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‘Significant’ storm to hammer millions in WA and bring icy weather to NSW, Victoria and SA


Bureau of Meteorology says WA residents should brace for wind gusts higher than 125km/h – the strength of category two cyclones

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A major storm system bearing down on millions of Western Australians on Saturday is bringing cyclone-strength winds, and is set to deliver a “wintry blast” to the east of the country early next week.

Residents across WA’s populated south-west were warned to tie down loose items and prepare for destructive wind gusts that could exceed 125km/h from Saturday evening.

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Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/may/30/western-australia-storm-to-affect-millions-icy-weather-for-nsw-victoria-sa

Author : Graham Readfearn

Publish date : 2026-05-30 02:49:00

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