🔗 Share this article Thousands Lost Power in South-East Queensland and Victorian Regions Following Powerful Storms Approximately twenty-five thousand homes in southeastern Queensland were left without power on Monday's dawn after intense storm systems swept through the area, bringing powerful gusts topping 109km/h. Substantial Ice Stones and Widespread Destruction Residents reported giant hailstones measuring up to 7cm in particular locations. Weather authorities confirmed that multiple regions across the state had been impacted by substantial ice precipitation. This afternoon's storm has heavily impacted our infrastructure! Response teams were focused on reestablishing electricity service throughout the affected regions, with nearly 70 crews activated to manage the numerous electricity disruptions. Victorian Weather Woes Simultaneously, approximately 1,000 residents in Victoria also faced power outages after Melbourne experienced its wettest day in a year and a half. Rescue organizations responded to nearly 600 calls for help across the region, mainly for structural issues but also for collapsed vegetation and flooding. Hardest Hit Regions The Werribee area - recorded considerable storm damage Hoppers Crossing area - various assistance requests Wyndham area - over 175 calls for assistance At the height on the previous day, over 28,000 electricity consumers in Victoria were without power. Meteorological Predictions Damp conditions were expected to linger along much of Queensland's east this week as a weather pattern continued to pull in damp air against the shoreline. Tomorrow was predicted as the wettest day, with ongoing storm activity expected across various areas of both regions. Health Warning Health officials warned that there was an increased chance of weather-related respiratory issues across the northern rural areas, specifically given the ongoing climate situation. This caution comes after historical occurrences where analogous circumstances led to major medical consequences in the region.