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‘Significant’ storm to hammer millions in WA and bring icy weather to NSW, Victoria and SA

A deep low pressure system in Western Australia is driving cyclone-strength winds up to 125 km/h, with the south-west warned to brace for damaging gusts.
Forecasters warn of heavy rain, thunderstorms, flash flooding and damaging surf as the system moves toward eastern states.
The system is expected to shift east, bringing impacts to South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales, and possibly Alpine regions.
Authorities warn residents in WA to secure loose items and avoid surf and flood-prone zones.
A wintry blast is anticipated after the front moves through, bringing noticeably cooler conditions.
The weather system links tropical moisture to a deep low, fueling heavy rainfall and strong winds.
The Guardian notes experts see this storm as a significant winter event for multiple states.
Meteorologists expect snow in alpine areas of Victoria as the system moves east.
Forecasts show six-hour rainfall totals up to 60 mm in central WA regions late Saturday into Sunday.

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