🔗 Share this article Thousands Lost Power in Queensland and Victoria Following Intense Weather Systems Approximately 25,000 households in south-east Queensland were left lacking electricity on Monday's dawn after intense storm systems impacted the region, bringing strong winds hitting over 100 km/h. Massive Frozen Precipitation and Widespread Destruction Homeowners reported substantial frozen pellets reaching sizes of 7cm in certain regions. Weather authorities confirmed that multiple regions across the state had been affected by substantial ice precipitation. This afternoon's storm has absolutely smashed our network! Emergency crews were focused on reestablishing electricity service throughout the affected regions, with nearly 70 crews deployed to address the numerous electricity disruptions. Southern State's Weather Woes Simultaneously, nearly 1,000 households in the southern state also faced power outages after Melbourne experienced its wettest day in over 500 days. Rescue organizations responded to 598 requests for assistance across the area, mainly for building damage but also for fallen timber and inundation. Hardest Hit Locations Werribee region - saw significant weather impact Hoppers Crossing suburb - numerous emergency calls Wyndham - nearly 180 calls for assistance At one point on yesterday, more than 28,000 power users in Victoria were experiencing outages. Climate Outlook Moist weather were expected to linger along large portions of the state's eastern regions this week as a weather pattern continued to draw in moisture against the shoreline. The following day was predicted as the most rainy day, with persistent severe weather risk anticipated across various areas of both states. Safety Concern Medical authorities alerted that there was an greater possibility of epidemic thunderstorm asthma across the northern rural areas, particularly given the existing atmospheric conditions. This warning comes after previous incidents where similar conditions led to significant health impacts in the area.