Why is Australia’s east coast copping all this rain right now? An atmospheric scientist explains
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Why is Australia’s east coast copping all this rain right now? An atmospheric scientist explains
You might be wondering: what is a ‘Black Nor'easter’, what’s causing all this rain and does it have anything to do with climate change? Here’s what you need to know.
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National Weather Forecast: Warm in the south-east and storms in the north. Video current: 1:30pm AEDT 02 February 2026. For the latest forecasts and warnings, go to www.bom.gov.au or the BOM Weather app. | Bureau of Meteorology
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National Weather Forecast: Storms across the north but dry continues for the south Video current: 12.30pm AEDT 4 February 2026 For the latest forecasts and warnings, go to www.bom.gov.au or the BOM Weather app. | Bureau of Meteorology
National Weather Forecast: Storms across the north but dry continues for the south Video current: 12.30pm AEDT 4 February 2026 For the latest forecasts and warnings, go to www.bom.gov.au or the BOM Weather app. | Bureau of Meteorology
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