Thunderstorm Watch and Impacted Areas
Authorities confirmed severe conditions in:
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Sanilac County, Michigan hail up to ½ inch and wind gusts near 50 mph.
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Southeast Queensland, Australia winds over 90 km/h and hail up to 5 cm.
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Florida (Seminole and Orange Counties) evening storms with heavy rain.
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Gold Coast, Australia flash flooding after 100 mm of rain in two hours.
These warnings follow a rare event in Juneau, Alaska, where 60 mph gusts brought down trees in the Mendenhall Valley.
Severe Weather Advisory and Risks
Meteorologists warn of conditions including:
| Threat | Expected Impact |
|---|---|
| Large hail | Property and crop damage |
| Damaging straightline winds | Downed trees, power outages |
| Heavy rainfall | Flash flooding |
| Frequent lightning | Fire hazards, power surges |
Residents are urged to remain indoors and monitor official updates.
Tornado Warning and Safety Measures
While no tornadoes have been confirmed, experts caution that strong thunderstorm systems may escalate quickly. Safety steps include:
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Stay indoors and away from windows.
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Unplug electronics during lightning activity.
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Avoid driving on flooded or lowvisibility roads.
Outlook: Hail Storm Alert Continues
The storm system in Australia is expected to spread south into New South Wales and Victoria, while U.S. states remain under close monitoring. Authorities stress the importance of following every flash flood warning, wind gust warning, or related alert until conditions ease.