đŸ”— Share this article Thousands Left Without Electricity in South-East Queensland and Victoria Following Powerful Storms Nearly 25,000 homes in Queensland's southeast found themselves lacking electricity on the start of the week after intense storm systems passed over the region, generating powerful gusts topping 109km/h. Large Hailstones and Broad Damage Homeowners reported substantial frozen pellets reaching sizes of 7cm in particular locations. Weather authorities verified that multiple regions across Queensland had been hit with significant hail. The recent thunderstorm has absolutely smashed our infrastructure! Utility workers were working to restore energy supply throughout the affected regions, with approximately seventy teams activated to address the numerous electricity disruptions. Victorian Storm Challenges Meanwhile, nearly one thousand energy customers in the southern state also experienced power outages after Melbourne saw its heaviest rainfall in 18 months. State Emergency Services handled nearly 600 requests for assistance across the area, primarily for building damage but also for fallen timber and inundation. Hardest Hit Locations The Werribee area - recorded considerable storm damage Hoppers Crossing - various rescue reports Wyndham region - 179 calls for assistance At the height on yesterday, more than 28k electricity consumers in Victoria were without power. Climate Outlook Moist weather were forecast to persist along significant areas of Queensland's east this coming days as a atmospheric system continued to pull in damp air against the coast. The following day was forecast to be the wettest day, with ongoing severe weather risk anticipated across different parts of both states. Safety Concern Medical authorities warned that there was an increased chance of epidemic thunderstorm asthma across the northern rural areas, specifically given the existing atmospheric conditions. This caution comes after previous incidents where comparable situations led to significant health impacts in the area.