South Australia faces severe weather, 50,000 lightning strikes recorded
Heavy rain followed an overnight storm in South Australia on July 1, 2026, with some areas receiving 10 to 15 millimeters. The Bureau of Meteorology recorded 50,000 lightning strikes, delaying the start of the Torrens to Darlington tunneling project. Severe winds and more rainfall are expected throughout the day across the region.
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Published 01 Jul 2026, 03:23 UTC · Updated 01 Jul 2026, 03:30 UTC
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