🔗 Share this article Thousands Experiencing Power in Queensland and Victoria Following Severe Weather Systems Nearly twenty-five thousand residences in Queensland's southeast found themselves without power on Monday's dawn after powerful weather events swept through the area, bringing wind gusts reaching over 100 km/h. Massive Frozen Precipitation and Broad Damage Locals witnessed giant hailstones measuring up to 7cm in some areas. Weather authorities announced that different parts across Queensland had been affected by large hailstones. This afternoon's storm has absolutely smashed our power system! Emergency crews were working to restore energy supply throughout the impacted areas, with approximately seventy teams working to address the extensive power failures. Victoria's Storm Challenges At the same time, approximately one thousand residents in the southern state also faced electricity disruptions after Melbourne saw its wettest day in 18 months. Rescue organizations handled over five hundred calls for help across the state, mostly for property damage but also for downed trees and inundation. Most Impacted Locations Werribee region - experienced significant destruction Hoppers Crossing - numerous emergency calls Wyndham region - 179 calls for assistance At one point on the previous day, in excess of twenty-eight thousand power users in the state were lacking electricity. Meteorological Predictions Humid circumstances were predicted to continue along large portions of eastern Queensland this week as a low-pressure trough continued to pull in damp air against the shoreline. Tomorrow was predicted as the most rainy day, with ongoing storm activity anticipated across various areas of both states. Health Warning Medical authorities warned that there was an higher risk of epidemic thunderstorm asthma across the northern rural areas, especially given the existing atmospheric conditions. This caution comes after past events where similar conditions led to substantial respiratory problems in the state.