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9pm Wed - Here's a BoM nowcast radar animation out to the next 90 minutes for the showers and thunderstorms that are just starting to enter far inland parts of SEQ from the Downs at this time. But I'd keep in mind that nowcasting can be tricky to do, so keep an eye on the radar in case it changes. Nowcast animation via BoM. (Ken). | South Brisbane Storms

The latest radar loop shows the development of two weather systems affecting Australia since Tuesday 11:00am AEST. A vigorous cold front is pushing through south-west Western Australia, bringing showers, gusty winds, and thunderstorms. The potential for locally heavy falls with thunderstorms continues for parts of the west coast this morning. Meanwhile in the east, rain is steadily building through parts of northern and eastern New South Wales and south-east Queensland. Generally, daily rainfall

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