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Classic Supercell near Lismore NSW 23 November 2015

· by Michael Bath

Lismore, NSW Supercell

Amazing classic supercell structure today as the first of a series of supercells spread through and menaced central parts of the NSW Northern Rivers district. Hail 6-7cm observed at Ellangowan from this storm.

3:07 pm
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3:10 pm
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3:15 pm
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Video from 3:10 to 3:40 pm (approx)

Profile of pre-storm environment

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Radar loop:

http://www.theweatherchaser.com/radar-loop/IDR283-grafton/2015-11-23-02/2015-11-23-12

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Michael

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