Severe weather conditions are impacting several parts of the world, with flood warnings issued in south-eastern Australia, and the UK bracing for Storm Kathleen, featuring heavy rain and strong winds.

In south-eastern Australia, specifically New South Wales, heavy rainfall is anticipated, with Sydney expecting further downpours and winds reaching around 45mph. The Hawkesbury-Nepean River area, north-west of Sydney, is highlighted as a possible site for life-threatening floods. This severe weather pattern emerges from a clash of polar and tropical airs, enhancing rainfall and heightening flood risks. The region braces for cumulative rainfall totals between 150-200mm along its coastal areas. Flood concerns extend to eastern Victoria and Canberra, as the weather system progresses.

Meanwhile, China’s Jiangxi province faced extreme thunderstorms, resulting in casualties and damage, while northeastern US confronted a storm that led to power outages and flood warnings. This US storm is expected to proceed towards eastern Canada, with snowfall being a potential effect.

In the UK, Storm Kathleen is forecasted to deliver heavy rain and winds of up to 70mph, impacting Scotland and causing disruptions, including road closures, power outages, and rail service cancellations. The Met Office has issued weather warnings, anticipating snow in higher elevations, and the Republic of Ireland is forecasted to face significant wind disruptions, potentially affecting buildings and leading to power cuts. Despite these conditions, parts of the UK might experience warm temperatures, exceeding 20°C, due to warm air from Iberia.

This series of weather events across the globe involves a variety of severe weather phenomena, from floods and storms to unseasonably high temperatures in some areas.