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Post by Wes Gear on Nov 20, 2012 1:12:00 GMT 10
Storms create havoc across Queensland. A fire started, powerlines were ripped down, trees were uprooted and roofs collapsed as severe thunderstorms ripped across Queensland and caused mass electricity outages. About 13,000 homes and business in Brisbane, Ipswich and Somerset were left without power as rain, hail and lightning struck the region at about 11am (AEST) on Saturday. In Ipswich, a small grass fire was sparked when lightning struck a crane next to the city's hospital just after 10am but the incoming rain extinguished it, a Department of Community Services (DCS) spokeswoman told AAP. In Ann Street in the CBD, a hotel roof collapsed under the storm while another 72 calls for assistance were made asking for help with leaking roofs and fallen trees, "It turned day into night," a SES worker said. "It came quickly and then it left." By 6.30pm about 300 homes remained without power, with the majority of the outages continuing in the Algester area south of Brisbane. An Energex spokeswoman said they were unsure as to when power would be returned to the area as the repairs were "complicated". "We are working through the problems and doing it as quickly as we can," she said. More than 11,000 lightning strikes were recorded across Queensland's southeast since 10am, with Energex receiving reports of more than 100 powerlines down. au.news.yahoo.com/queensland/a/-/latest/15407448/storms-create-havoc-across-qld/
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Post by boxfree on Nov 20, 2012 2:20:45 GMT 10
That was the biggest water spout that I've seen in a video...Stay aware.
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Post by brillbilly on Nov 21, 2012 1:24:25 GMT 10
Bloody hell,do we really stand a chance if natures fury is being manipulated? Mother nature can kick ass when she want too thank you very much, without it being exacerbated!
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Post by brillbilly on Nov 23, 2012 10:33:51 GMT 10
Rain-battered Britain braces for more floods We're frigging sinking! The Met Office said some areas saw up to 60mm (5in) of rain falling on already saturated ground, causing further river and surface water flooding. Much of the UK faced winds of up to 50-60mph, and even gusts of up to 70mph in exposed western areas, which worsened surface water flooding as drains were blocked by wind-blown leaves and debris. More wet weather is forecast across the country on Saturday and Sunday, with the possibility of further significant disruption as a result of flooding. The majority of areas at risk are in south-west England and the Midlands. The gusty winds were so bad that high-sided vehicles, caravans and motorcycles were banned from using the Tamar Bridge, which connects Devon and Cornwall. Many train services in the South West and connecting it to London Paddington were either cancelled or delayed. There are currently 87 flood warnings for rivers and more than 190 less serious flood alerts in place across England and Wales
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Post by boxfree on Nov 23, 2012 11:04:59 GMT 10
Just turn to jesus...it'll be alright
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Post by Rareclan on Nov 23, 2012 22:56:52 GMT 10
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Post by brillbilly on Nov 23, 2012 23:37:43 GMT 10
Just turn to jesus...it'll be alright oh yeah..........he's got some nice wood that he carries on his back.! great for our boat building! ;D
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Post by brillbilly on Nov 23, 2012 23:40:43 GMT 10
Yeah nature has rites,but not all will give her them.! To some the ultimate goal is to own/control mother nature.!
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Post by shatnerswig on Nov 24, 2012 3:30:13 GMT 10
Bloody hell,do we really stand a chance if natures fury is being manipulated? Mother nature can kick ass when she want too thank you very much, without it being exacerbated! well speaking 1st hand from just making it through a superstorm followed by a blizzardlike nor easter a few days later..... i would have to say if some one has control of the weather ,its a very powerful weapon on par with nukes, as a weapon it is perfect , you can destroy a large area covertly , without any accountability.
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Post by boxfree on Nov 24, 2012 11:46:40 GMT 10
i would have to say if some one has control of the weather ,its a very powerful weapon on par with nukes, as a weapon it is perfect , you can destroy a large area covertly , without any accountability. You done said a mouthful there brother...
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