Canberra braces for severe thunderstorm season after record-warm winter

The SES warns Canberra residents to prepare for severe thunderstorms this spring. The territory recorded its warmest winter on record.

Why it mattersSevere thunderstorms cause property damage, power cuts and loss of phone and internet. Preparing now reduces these risks.

AustraliaCanberrans should prepare now for an unusually intense spring storm season after record warmth.

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