A cyclone watch has been declared for the island, with the Bureau of Meteorology saying Gabrielle might develop right into a class three storm this morning.
It’s anticipated to make landfall this weekend.
When it does, it is forecast to trigger massive swells, and damaging winds fo as much as 140km/hr.
A hazardous surf warning is in place from the Capricorinia coast all the way down to the Gold Coast.
It comes after a sudden storm hit the New South Wales coast yesterday, reducing off roads and leaving drivers stranded.
Severe thunderstorm barrels by means of NSW south coast
The South Coast was hit first, adopted by Illawarra after which Sydney.
The SES responded to greater than 1600 requires assist and carried out 65 flood rescues, as drivers proceed to dare flooded roads.
There’s extra rain forecast for immediately, although it is hoped it will not be as heavy.
Source: www.9news.com.au
