Severe thunderstorms have rolled-in across Newcastle and the greater Hunter region this afternoon bringing lightning, rain, and hail.
The Bureau of Meteorology issued a Detailed Severe Thunderstorm Warning for large hailstones, heavy rain and damaging winds, with Newcastle and communities north of the city forecast to be most affected. The warning has now been cancelled.
Just before four o'clock this afternoon, the BOM reported hail the size of a 20 cent piece at Edgeworth, west of Newcastle.
Energy provider Ausgrid reports golfball-sized hail fell at Cessnock.
For more details on how to stay safe during a storm, visit the ABC Emergency page; or if in need of emergency assistance, contact the State Emergency Service on 132 500, or stay tuned to 1233 ABC Newcastle.
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