Severe Thunderstorms Threaten Victoria with Hail and Flash Flooding

Meteorologists warn of damaging winds and large hail as storms move through southern Australia.

Victoria is bracing for severe thunderstorms, with the potential for hailstones as large as cricket balls and flash flooding.
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued warnings for damaging winds, particularly in Melbourne's northern and eastern suburbs.
Supercell thunderstorms, characterized by rotating updrafts, are expected to bring destructive winds and large hail to the region.
Residents are advised to secure loose objects and reconsider travel plans, especially those heading to events like the MotoGP on Phillip Island.
The storms are part of a larger weather system affecting half of Australia, with severe conditions also impacting South Australia and New South Wales.