Marine wind warnings have been extended to Queensland following the severe weather that hit Australia’s east coast.
Emergency crews are taking advantage of a brief lull in the wild weather to clean up and alert communities about potential flooding in the aftermath.
The start of spring was harsh as destructive winds caused havoc along the east coast, resulting in the tragic death of a 63-year-old woman at a holiday park in Moama on the NSW-Victoria border.
The weather events and strong winds in parts of NSW, Victoria, and Tasmania were compared to a category one or two cyclone.
On September 3, the Tasmania State Emergency Service reported responding to 277 requests for assistance overnight, with 20 warnings still in effect for various areas.
Properties along the Derwent River and Styx River are at risk of flooding, with roads and properties likely to be inundated and inaccessible, according to the SES.
Victoria’s SES announced that 29 crew members from NSW had arrived in Victoria to support local volunteers.
NSW SES has dealt with over 500 incidents in affected areas of the state in recent days.
Meteorologists predict the return of windy conditions later in the week, but not as severe as before, with cooler temperatures and lighter winds expected.
More than 120,000 Victorians were left without power due to the recent weather events, with 660 homes damaged.
Graziers were warned of potential losses of sheep flocks due to cold and windy weather across impacted states.
Marine wind warnings are still in effect for Victoria.
A minor flood warning remains active for the Lachlan River in NSW, along with warnings of severe weather and damaging surf on Lord Howe Island.
Queenslanders have been cautioned about strong marine winds, with warnings issued for various coastal areas.
Residents in affected regions are advised to stay informed about weather updates and avoid driving through floodwaters.
