Storm warnings ahead with tornadoes and giant hail ahead of widespread rain

Storm Warnings: Tornadoes and Giant Hail Expected

Australia's storm season has intensified, with the next 72 hours bringing rain, showers, and thunderstorms across the eastern two-thirds of the country.

Severe Weather Alert for Today

Today poses the greatest threat, especially in the densely populated areas of south-east Queensland and north-east New South Wales. Dangerous supercell thunderstorms, which may even produce one or two tornadoes, are expected.

Australia's storm season has shifted into top gear, and the next 72 hours will deliver a combination of rain, showers or thunderstorms to the eastern two-thirds of the country.

Storm Formation and Rainfall Forecast

While storms develop near the east coast, a cloudband forming over South Australia this weekend will spread up to a month's worth of rain across south-east Australia early next week. Cities such as Adelaide, Canberra, Hobart, and Melbourne could see moderate rainfall.

What Makes Today’s Storms Dangerous?

A volatile mix of atmospheric conditions has created ideal circumstances for supercell thunderstorms, the most intense and hazardous storm type. Supercells are characterized by a deep rotating updraft, distinguishing them by their strength, behavior, and impacts.

A supercell is defined as a storm with a deep rotating updraft, and they stand out from garden variety storms by their intensity, behaviour and impacts.

Residents in affected regions are advised to remain vigilant and monitor weather updates closely.

Author’s summary: Australia faces a critical 72-hour storm period with supercells producing tornadoes and heavy rain posing significant risks to eastern regions and major cities.

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Australian Broadcasting Corporation Australian Broadcasting Corporation — 2025-11-01

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