Melbourne Storm Chaos: Thousands Left Without Power as Wild Thunderstorm Brings Flash Flooding and Disruption
2025-01-12
The Age
A severe thunderstorm swept through Melbourne on Sunday, causing widespread flash flooding, lightning strikes, and power outages, disrupting the Australian Open's first day. Several cars were submerged in floodwater, highlighting the intense weather event. The storm's impact was felt across the city, with residents experiencing power outages and disruptions to daily life. As the city recovers, residents are bracing for further wild weather, with Melbourne's storm season expected to continue. Keywords like 'Australian weather', 'Melbourne storm', and 'flash flooding' are being used to describe the event.