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Severe weather, flood warning for far north Queensland

Severe thunderstorms are forecast to pummel Queensland's far north, cutting roads and isolating communities with a risk of life-threatening flash floods.

AAP · Feb 15, 2023

Australia to swelter through another heatwave as hot weather warnings issued around the country

BoM forecasts parts of the country will reach the high 30s and low 40s on Thursday

The Guardian - AU · Feb 15, 2023

Large hail, lightning strikes and flash flooding as severe storms hit south-east Queensland after days of hot weather

The Bureau of Meteorology said large hail was observed near Toowoomba and storm warnings extend from the Wide Bay and Burnett including Gayndah and Eidsvold, the Lockyer Valley, Gympie and through to Brisbane City.

ABC News · Feb 14, 2023

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Queensland bushfires: firefighters battle 18 blazes in Western Downs as severe thunderstorms forecast for south-east

Montrose fire destroys homes and residents of Kowguran, Myall Park and Hookswood urged to flee

The Guardian - AU · Feb 13, 2023

Bushfires continue to burn in Queensland's Western Downs region, evacuated residents face anxious wait to assess the damage

Residents of Queensland's Western Downs endure a second sleepless night at evacuation centres as dozens of fire crews battle multiple fast-moving bushfires.

ABC News · Feb 13, 2023

Residents of Montrose in southern Queensland describe 'horrible roar' of fast-moving bushfire as properties lost, emergency warning near Miles

Properties have been destroyed in yesterday's bushfires near Tara, north-west of Brisbane, with residents still unable to return to their homes to inspect the damage.

ABC News · Feb 12, 2023

Tropical cyclone watch issued as low intensifies over waters in the Gulf of Carpentaria

The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a tropical cyclone warning for communities along the Top End's east from Groote Eylandt to the Queensland border.

ABC News · Feb 12, 2023

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Cyclone Gabrielle: Norfolk Island issues red alert as tropical storm approaches

Authorities prepare emergency shelter for residents and tourists with fears of significant damage from gale-force winds and dangerous surf

The Guardian - AU · Feb 11, 2023

Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle spares Norfolk Island its strongest winds, but gusts of up to 120 kph forecast for Sunday

Wind gusts of up to 120kph are forecast for Norfolk Island in the wake of Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle, the impact of which has been less than originally forecast by the Bureau of Meteorology.

ABC News · Feb 10, 2023

PM to march in Mardi Gras; Cyclone Gabrielle approaches – as it happened

Anthony Albanese says he will be joined by foreign affairs minister Penny Wong at Sydney pride march

The Guardian - AU · Feb 10, 2023

Humidity climbs as Newcastle in for a weekend scorcher

You can expect a hot Saturday and Sunday

Newcastle Herald · Feb 10, 2023

Australian missing in Turkey found alive but two still unaccounted for – as it happened

Foreign minister Penny Wong’s update comes after Sydney man reported among dead in earthquake tragedy

The Guardian - AU · Feb 10, 2023

Low-intensity heatwave will bring summer back to much of Australia

Sydney’s wild weather has eased, but parts of the country will continue to swelter under extreme temperatures

The Guardian - AU · Feb 10, 2023

Cyclone Gabrielle intensifies to category two off Queensland coast, Norfolk declares cyclone watch

Cyclone Gabrielle is intensifying, with Norfolk Island now on alert, the Bureau of Meteorology says.

ABC News · Feb 8, 2023

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The Canberra Times · Feb 8, 2023

Canberra records coolest year since 1996 with more rain on the way

Canberra recorded the coolest average annual temperature since 1996 and the seventh wettest year in 2022.

ABC News · Feb 5, 2023

Low-pressure system off Queensland coast 'could be a cyclone by Wednesday', BOM warns

The Bureau of Meteorology says there is a high chance a low-pressure system in the Coral Sea could develop into a cyclone.

ABC News · Feb 4, 2023

A-Leagues to revise heat policy after Canberra v Western women's game goes ahead in extreme conditions

A 3pm game between Canberra United and Western United resulted in multiple players experiencing symptoms of heat strain, prompting the APL to revise its threshold.

The Guardian - AU · Jan 30, 2023

Flash flooding traps Sydney drivers in their cars after torrential rain hits city

SES called into action 19 times to free people from their vehicles and trains between Bankstown and the centre cancelled

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Newcastle Herald · Jan 24, 2023

Lightning strikes: storm cell sweeps the coast

A STORM cell moved its way up the east coast of NSW on Tuesday night, bringing with it a reported 30,000 lightning strikes.

The New Daily · Jan 18, 2023

From floods to fires? A climate scientist on the chances El Nino will hit Australia this year

Forecasts of El Nino are challenging several months in advance, but particularly at this time of year. More heatwaves could be coming.

The Guardian - AU · Jan 18, 2023

Australia prepared for possible Russian cyber-attacks after troops sent to train Ukraine soldiers – as it happened

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The Conversation · Jan 18, 2023

From floods to fire? A climate scientist on the chances El Niño will hit Australia this year

After three soggy years of La Niña in a row, Australia has endured record-breaking floods, the latest of which has inundated the Kimberley in Western Australia and across north and central Queensland.

The Guardian - AU · Jan 17, 2023

‘Dangerous flash flooding’ warning for North Queensland regions – as it happened

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ABC News · Jan 14, 2023

Queensland flash flooding brings life-threatening conditions to state's north and centre

Life-threatening flash flooding is possible for parts of north and central Queensland, with the Bureau of Meteorology warning up to 400 millimetres could fall in some areas.

ABC News · Jan 10, 2023

Early drought preparation key as La Niña shows signs of easing, experts say

Three wet summers have changed many farmers' fortunes. But those with experience — along with scientists and accountants — say now is the time to talk about drought.

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