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    Queensland Hits by Worst Storm in 25 years

    Posted by ravitejag On November - 23 - 2008
    Tags: australian storms violent storms

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    Australia’s eastern coast battled its worst storm ever in 25 years, reported by Australian Bureau of Meteorology. Queensland was experiencing flash floods after being hit by violent storms, which brought about 50mm – 70mm of rainfall. In Brisbane, situation was made worst by winds fanning at a speed of 80mph (129kph), deracinating more 20 miles (32km) of power lines.

    The current storm was thought to be as destructive as Cyclone Larry that struck Queensland in 2006 with a wind speed of 180mph (290kph). Thunderstorm warnings have since been lifted after signs of clearing have been observed on Monday morning. Forecasters are expecting showers and lighter rains over the next 24 hours,

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