A strong storm hits Western Australia specifically city of Perth late on Monday. It has cut the power of about tens of thousands homes. Almost not less than $100m (£66.5m) was the estimated cost of damage. The storm carried huge hailstones, torrential rains, flooding, landslide and wind gusts of more than 120km/hour (75mph). It rained heavily. The estimated average rainfall in a month poured in just seven minutes that has affected the schedule of flights. At Perth airport, a part of the terminal roof has collapsed. Power was cut down because some of the power cable supply had collapsed. Even hospitals were flooded. On Tuesday, some schools were advised to remain close. According to Western Australia premier Colin Barnett, this was one of the most severe weather conditions they had experienced since 1994. Not only power supplies were damaged but also buildings and housing. Huge hailstones showered with a size of golf balls which hit some of the cars’ windscreens. It made driving more dangerous when traffic lights also went out. Storm Whips Perth, Australia is a post from: Daily World Buzz
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