A large portion of Australia is currently facing flood warnings, as nearly half the country is placed on flood watch due to unusual summer storms originating from a stagnant low-pressure system located over central Australia. This weather phenomenon is notable not just for its slow progression but also for the significant amount of tropical moisture it is drawing in, leading to extreme rainfall. Reports suggest that some areas in central Australia could receive nearly a year’s worth of rain within the week.

The adverse weather's focus remains primarily on central Australia; however, the effects are anticipated to expand southward and eastward, impacting regions far from the source of the storm. Notably, large parts of central and eastern Victoria, including significant urban centers like Melbourne, are under warnings for "very dangerous thunderstorms," which are expected to produce heavy rainfall in the upcoming hours. Residents are advised to remain vigilant as storms develop and rainfall intensifies.

Authorities are preparing for the potential aftermath of such weather, emphasizing the need for caution among the public in areas prone to flooding. Weather experts note that this unusual storm system raises concerns not only about immediate flooding but also about subsequent impacts on infrastructure, agriculture, and emergency services across affected regions as it continues to deliver extensive rain across the Australian outback and beyond.