Multiple states are facing wind gusts of up to 125km/hr across Australia’s south-east, as the “most powerful cold front of the year” moves in.
The Bureau of Meteorology reported that dangerous winds of over 90 km/h, with damaging gusts up to 125 km/h, were anticipated across southern South Australia, Victoria, the NSW Snowy Mountains, and areas of the ACT.
Yesterday afternoon and evening, winds had spread across the South Australian coast, and they are expected to reach Adelaide today, continuing into Victoria and NSW.
Conditions are likely to improve later today and into Tuesday, but NSW, particularly the eastern parts, will remain at risk, with more showers expected, affecting areas already impacted by floods.
The Bureau of Meteorology warned that trees were “weak” across south-east Australia after months of dry weather and drought conditions, leaving them vulnerable to strong winds.
Powerlines could also be toppled, interrupting the electricity supply.
And there’s a risk of raised dust in lower regions and even blizzards in alpine districts where the cold front is forecast to bring snow.
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Dangerous coastal conditions are also expected, with waves of up to eight to 10 metres forecast for South Australia, including Adelaide.
Abnormal high tides will besiege Victoria today and tomorrow, potentially triggering coastal damage and beach erosion.
People are urged to stay up to date with weather warnings at the Bureau of Meteorology website.
