Flashes of brilliance: Fireworks and lightning combine to light up Perth’s skies in spectacular fashion on Australia Day
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Crowds braving extreme weather in Perth, Australia were treated to a doubly dazzling sight in the skies above the city.
An estimated 250,000 people turned out to watch the 28th annual Australia Day fireworks display in the western Australian city, despite fears that weather conditions could disrupt the event.
The sky was illuminated not only by fireworks, but also by spectacular flashes that occurred in parallel with the organized shows.
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What a sight: Crowds at the Esplanade in Perth, Australia, were treated to an incredible sight during Australia Day celebrations
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High temperatures during the day and the threat of a huge thunderstorm in the evening had threatened to drive spectators away.
But, although numbers dipped at last year’s event, crowds flocked to the Esplanade, South Perth foreshore and Kings Park to see this year’s fireworks.
For those who braved the conditions, the reward was spectacular.
One reveler said the display was “absolutely fantastic, well worth getting wet”.
The sky at night: 250,000 people braved extreme weather to watch Australian Day
