The first strong storm of the season is set to deliver a blast of wintry weather to WA on Good Friday, bringing blustery winds, rain, hail and possibly even snow.
The first strong storm of the season is set to deliver a blast of wintry weather to Western Australia on Good Friday, with even a light dusting of snow possible over the Stirling Ranges.The Bureau of Meteorology is predicting widespread falls of 20-30mm of rainA powerful cold front will approach WA's south-west corner tomorrow evening, bringing blustery winds, rain and hail, as holidaymakers prepare to travel to the region for the Easter long weekend.
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