The Bureau of Meteorology has predicted the possibility of severe cloudburst, and stormy wind followed by heavy rainfall. The rain triggered record floods in northern NSW. Also dump as much as 200mm of rain on Sydney with life-threatening risk.
Bureau of Metrology said in a new warning, ‘’ Heavy rainfall which may lead to flash flooding is forecast to develop over parts of the Hunter and Metropolitan, Illawarra, South Coast and parts of Central Tablelands and Southern Tablelands Forecast Districts from tonight. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 80 and 120mm are likely.’’
Furthermore, locally intense rain is expected that will lead to dangerous flash flooding with thunderstorms. Dean Narramore, a senior Bureau meteorologist said, the east coast low was likely to be more compact compared to similar recent systems as in 2016 and 2012. He said, The worst of the weather, the strongest winds, the heaviest rainfall and the worst of the beach erosion will occur near and just south of where that [system] crosses the coast if it does, or when it comes close to the coast,”
Flood Safety Advice by Bureau of Meteorologists
Bureau of meteorologists advised people to move to higher grounds and must monitor the latest weather forecasts. The people who are living or working along streams and rivers must be very careful.
Moreover, in case of heavy rainfall or flood observation, the Bureau of Meteorology will issue a warning of destructive weather. Therefore, people have to check on the weather conditions and follow the advice.
Record-breaking rainfall has had a worse effect on the City of Brisbane in Queensland with a record 790 millimetres of rain. State Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk told the media, ‘’ this rain bomb is just really, you know, it’s unrelenting. It’s just coming down in buckets.’’
Heavy rain and Flooding
High alert rain in a few areas, and the rain continues for the southeast and northeast. Also, meteorologist expects to have heavy rain on Sunday. Furthermore, the Queensland fire and emergency service receive 100 requests for help every hour. Various videos posted on social media sites shows shops and homes underwater in Lismore. People are waiting for rescue teams to help them.
Experts believe a few years of rain have brought the brutal reality of climate change to Australia. Australia has done little to address these issues, the threats are unfolding now with serious consequences.
