Storms are violent atmospheric conditions characterized by strong winds, heavy precipitation, thunder, lightning, and sometimes hail or tornadoes. They occur due to the rapid movement of air masses, often involving the interactions between warm, moist air and cooler, denser air. Storms can take various forms, including thunderstorms, hurricanes, cyclones, blizzards, and tornadoes, each with specific characteristics and impacts. Thunderstorms, for example, typically involve thunder and lightning, while hurricanes are large tropical storms with sustained winds of at least 74 miles per hour. Storms can cause significant damage, including flooding, property destruction, and loss of life, and they play a crucial role in Earth’s weather systems and climate by redistributing heat and moisture in the atmosphere.
A severe storm impacted southeastern Australia, causing major power outages across several regions. Over 13,500 AusNet customers were affected in areas like Benalla, Wodonga, and Wangaratta. Lightning strikes were identified…