Australia likely experiences far more tornadoes than recorded official estimates show
Australia experiences 30 to 80 recorded tornadoes annually, but experts believe the actual number is significantly higher as remote tornadoes often go undetected. The Bureau of Meteorology says tornado winds can exceed 300km/h, making them among nature's most destructive phenomena. Most Australian tornadoes occur in eastern regions during late spring and early summer when severe thunderstorm conditions prevail.
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Published 19 Jul 2026, 03:42 UTC · Updated 19 Jul 2026, 03:50 UTC
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