Heavy rain and stormy weather across NSW’s fire-ravaged east has brought celebrations – but authorities are warning it could also bring potential danger
"An inland trough has been deepening across the state and is driving humid air across NSW, leading to thunderstorm activity across most districts," Mr Shabren told AAP on Thursday.
The NSW SES says this could increase the risk of flash flooding, falling trees and landslips where the fires have wiped out trees and growth."While the rain is welcomed, heavy rainfall and storms in fire-affected areas can lead to dangerous conditions such as a higher risk of flash flooding, falling trees and landslips," NSW SES Assistant Commissioner Paul Bailey said.
Severe thunderstorms that hit Victoria on Wednesday evening and are forecast to move over the east of the state bring with them additional fire risk, with the potential for lightning to ignite new fires.
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