Severe Thunderstorm Warning Hits Multiple Regions with Damaging Winds and Hail
Severe weather alerts have been issued across different parts of the world as a severe thunderstorm warning brings strong winds, large hail, and flash flooding. Communities in the United States and Australia are on high alert as storms continue to intensify.
Thunderstorm Watch and Impacted Areas
Authorities confirmed severe conditions in:
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Sanilac County, Michigan – hail up to ½ inch and wind gusts near 50 mph.
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Southeast Queensland, Australia – winds over 90 km/h and hail up to 5 cm.
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Florida (Seminole and Orange Counties) – evening storms with heavy rain.
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Gold Coast, Australia – flash flooding after 100 mm of rain in two hours.
These warnings follow a rare event in Juneau, Alaska, where 60 mph gusts brought down trees in the Mendenhall Valley.
Severe Weather Advisory and Risks
Meteorologists warn of conditions including:
| Threat | Expected Impact |
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| Large hail | Property and crop damage |
| Damaging straight-line winds | Downed trees, power outages |
| Heavy rainfall | Flash flooding |
| Frequent lightning | Fire hazards, power surges |
Residents are urged to remain indoors and monitor official updates.
Tornado Warning and Safety Measures
While no tornadoes have been confirmed, experts caution that strong thunderstorm systems may escalate quickly. Safety steps include:
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Stay indoors and away from windows.
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Unplug electronics during lightning activity.
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Avoid driving on flooded or low-visibility roads.
Outlook: Hail Storm Alert Continues
The storm system in Australia is expected to spread south into New South Wales and Victoria, while U.S. states remain under close monitoring. Authorities stress the importance of following every flash flood warning, wind gust warning, or related alert until conditions ease.
