Sudden storms wreak havoc in the Shire - Alpine Observer

Sudden storms wreak havoc in the Shire - Alpine Observer

LAST Wednesday, January 15, was a day of wild weather for most of the region, with strong winds resulting in a large number of trees down, blackouts and properties damaged that afternoon.At approximately 1pm, the storm began with light rainfall, before thunderclaps preceded the arrival of a furious deluge which had pedestrians running for cover.Emergency services across Alpine Shire were kept busy with dozens of call-outs throughout the day, out…