Severe Storm update
SEVERE STORMS HIT REGION There are reports of power outages, fallen trees and power lines down in Jindabyne as severe storms hit the region. Multiple storm cells are passing over the Snowy Mountains currently. Essential Energy is reporting 935 customers are without power in Jindabyne. Let us know if you're without power. ******** Below is an update from the NSW SES ā ļø Weather Situation: An unstable airmass is combining with an upper trough to produce severe thunderstorms through various parts of the state this afternoon. āļø Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds, large hailstones and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. 113 km/h wind gust recorded at Cabrumurra at 3:28pm The State Emergency Service advises that people should: šŖ¢ Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony. ā Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences. š Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water. š¶ Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well. š± Install the Hazards Near Me app for the latest authoritative warning information https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app š· Power lines and trees down in Jindabyne. Photo by Nathan Berkery

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