🔗 Share this article Thousands Experiencing Electricity in Queensland and Victoria Following Intense Storms Nearly 25,000 homes in south-east Queensland found themselves experiencing outages on Monday's dawn after intense storm systems swept through the region, producing strong winds topping 109km/h. Large Ice Stones and Extensive Impact Locals witnessed substantial frozen pellets measuring up to 7cm in certain regions. Meteorological experts confirmed that different parts across the state had been impacted by significant hail. This afternoon's storm has absolutely smashed our infrastructure! Utility workers were attempting to repair power throughout the damaged zones, with nearly 70 crews activated to manage the numerous electricity disruptions. Victorian Climate Difficulties Meanwhile, around 1,000 energy customers in the southern state also faced power outages after Melbourne saw its wettest day in 18 months. Emergency response teams handled nearly 600 emergency reports across the state, mostly for building damage but also for collapsed vegetation and flooding. Most Affected Regions The Werribee area - saw substantial weather impact Hoppers Crossing - multiple rescue reports Wyndham region - over 175 help reports At one point on the previous day, over twenty-eight thousand electricity consumers in Victoria were lacking electricity. Weather Forecast Moist weather were expected to linger along much of the state's eastern regions this week as a atmospheric system continued to pull in damp air against the coastal areas. The following day was expected to become the heaviest precipitation period, with persistent severe weather risk expected across various areas of both states. Health Warning Medical authorities warned that there was an increased chance of weather-related respiratory issues across the state's northern country region, specifically given the ongoing climate situation. This caution comes after past events where analogous circumstances led to significant health impacts in the region.