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Approximately twenty-five thousand homes in southeastern Queensland were left lacking electricity on the start of the week after intense storm systems impacted the state, generating strong winds topping over 100 km/h.

Massive Frozen Precipitation and Broad Impact

Residents witnessed substantial frozen pellets measuring up to seven centimeters in certain regions. Weather authorities verified that multiple regions across the state had been impacted by significant hail.

This afternoon's storm has severely damaged our infrastructure!

Utility workers were attempting to repair power throughout the damaged zones, with approximately seventy teams deployed to manage the numerous electricity disruptions.

Victorian Climate Difficulties

Simultaneously, approximately 1,000 residents in Victoria also experienced power outages after Melbourne saw its wettest day in 18 months.

State Emergency Services received 598 requests for assistance across the region, mostly for structural issues but also for downed trees and water accumulation.

Most Affected Areas

• The Werribee area - recorded considerable destruction
• Hoppers Crossing suburb - multiple rescue reports
• Wyndham area - nearly 180 calls for assistance

During the peak on Sunday, in excess of twenty-eight thousand power users in the state were without power.

Climate Outlook

Moist weather were forecast to persist along much of the state's eastern regions this coming days as a atmospheric system continued to attract humidity against the coastal areas.

Tuesday was forecast to be the wettest day, with persistent thunderstorm potential anticipated across various areas of both areas.

Health Warning

Medical authorities warned that there was an greater possibility of weather-related respiratory issues across the northern rural areas, especially given the existing atmospheric conditions.

This caution comes after historical occurrences where comparable situations led to substantial respiratory problems in the state.