Weather refers to the atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, characterized by factors such as temperature, humidity, precipitation, wind speed, and atmospheric pressure. It encompasses a range of phenomena including sunshine, rain, snow, sleet, wind, and storms. Weather describes the day-to-day changes in the atmosphere and can vary significantly from one location to another and from one moment to the next. It is distinct from climate, which is the long-term average of weather patterns over extended periods in a specific region. Meteorology is the science that studies weather and its patterns, utilizing various tools and technologies like satellites and radar to forecast conditions.
Over 13,500 customers have experienced power outages due to lightning strikes impacting the AusNet network. Residents adapted to the outages by using candles, torches, and gathering in community centers for…