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ABC News
12 hours ago
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- ABC News
Wild weather continues to lash NSW
Parts of the New South Wales Central and South coasts are being lashed by a vigorous coastal low weather system, described by meteorologists as a bomb cyclone, that is causing damaging winds and heavy rainfall.
The Guardian
14 hours ago
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- The Guardian
Australia news live: flood warnings as storm batters NSW; train passengers told to avoid non-essential travel
Update: Date: 2025-07-01T20:18:05.000Z Title: Damaging winds and heavy rainfall batters coastal NSW Content: The NSW Bureau of Meteorology issued a weather update at 4.08am in which it said the 'vigorous coastal low-pressure system' has moved from off the coast of Sydney to offshore from the northern Illawarra, bringing damaging winds and heavy rainfall along the coastline and elevated parts of the state. It is expected to gradually tracknorth-eastwards into the Tasman Sea during today. These are the details: Heavy rainfall which may lead to flash flooding continues in the south-east of NSW, south of Nowra, extending southwards towards Bega and inland to Braidwood. Six-hourly rainfall totals of between 50 to 80mm are likely, it said, with isolated totals up to 120mm. Rain rates are forecast to ease during this morning. Damaging south to south-westerly winds averaging 60 to 70km/h with peak gusts of around 110km/h are possible along coastal parts from the south coast to the mid-north coast, including eastern Sydney metropolitan area. Damaging south to south-westerly wind gusts around 90km/h are possible for parts of the Snowy Mountains and southern ACT. Strong to damaging west to south-westerly winds averaging 55 to 65km/h with peak gusts of around 100km/h are likely to develop around parts of the northern tablelands, the mid-north coast hinterland and about the Border Ranges from early this morning, and are expected to continue through the day. Locations which may be affected include Newcastle, Gosford, Sydney, Wollongong, Armidale, Nowra, Batemans Bay, Tenterfield, Katoomba, Moruya Heads and Penrith. Significant amounts of rainfall included 80.5mm was recorded at Oranmeir in the 6 hours to 2:05 am. 108mm was recorded at Nowra in the 6 hours to 12:02 am. 133mm was recorded at Morton in the 6 hours to 11:43 pm. 116mm was recorded at Vincentia in the 6 hours to 9:37 pm. The impact of the storm would ease during tomorrow, it said, but pulses of increased winds and rainfall associated with this system could continue to impact areas of eastern NSW. Update: Date: 2025-07-01T20:15:02.000Z Title: Content: If you want to find out which parts of NSW are being hit by rain and how much, look no further than our interactive map. Update: Date: 2025-07-01T20:13:43.000Z Title: NSW train passengers told to avoid non-essential travel as storm disrupts network Content: There could be severe disruption and chaos on New South Wales's rail network this morning after Transport NSW advised passengers last night that they 'should avoid non-essential travel across the rail network' – the warning was updated at 6.03am. It said the weather had damaged parts of the network's infrastructure and some services have been cancelled because fallen trees have blocked tracks. Train and bus users were urged to: Plan your trip before leaving home Check alerts here for real-time travel information. Be careful of slippery conditions when travelling through stops and stations. Listen to service announcements at stations Leave plenty of extra travel time if you are using the public transport network. Driving may not be much better either, with Transport NSW advising that motorists across eastern parts of the state NSW should 'prepare for delays and disruptions, as extreme weather is set to lash the region today and into the coming days'. Drivers are advised to: Use the Live Traffic NSW app or for up-to-date road conditions before setting off. Don't drive, walk or cycle through flood waters. Watch out for storm debris on the road. Update: Date: 2025-07-01T20:12:05.000Z Title: Welcome Content: Good morning and welcome to our live news blog. I'm Martin Farrer with the top overnight stories and then it'll be my colleague Rafqa Touma to take control. The wild weather lashing New South Wales continued overnight. The Bureau of Meteorology said early this morning that the storm had moved from off the coast of Sydney to the Illawarra, bringing winds above 125km/h and heavy rain with the risk of flash flooding from Nowra as far south as Bega. Areas as far north as Queensland's Lockyer Valley are being warned of severe weather, and Central Coast residents were being warned to evacuate late yesterday amid coastal erosion. There could be severe disruption and chaos on Sydney trains this morning after Transport NSW advised passengers last night to 'avoid non-essential travel across the rail network' after the weather downed trees and blocked tracks. It also said drivers should be ready for delays and disruptions to last through the coming days. The storm is expected to track south before turning back out into the Tasman Sea sometime today. More details soon.
ABC News
15 hours ago
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- ABC News
NSW weather live updates: Bomb cyclone lashes Hunter region, Sydney and South Coast with heavy rain and strong winds
Parts of the New South Wales Central and South coasts are being lashed by a vigorous coastal low weather system, described by meteorologists as a bomb cyclone, that is causing damaging winds and heavy rainfall. Emergency warnings remain in place for multiple regions due to a continued risk of flash flooding, with some suburbs receiving up to 130 millimetres of rain through the night. Almost 30,000 homes and businesses remain without power. Follow live updates in our live blog below. To stay up to date with this story, subscribe to ABC News.
ABC News
a day ago
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- ABC News
BTN Newsbreak 01/07/2025
EAST COAST WEATHER A vigorous coastal low has formed off Australia's east coast, and it's already bringing a lot of wild weather. Damaging surf, heavy rain and flooding and dangerous winds are what we can expect in the next few days from the vigorous coastal low that's brewing off the east coast of Australia. A coastal low is a type of low-pressure weather system that usually develops on or near the coast. They form when warm air is pulled into the atmosphere and as air goes up, it leaves less air behind, creating a low pressure. This makes nearby air rush in to fill in the space causing wind. And as the rising air cools, it can form clouds and bring rain or storms. This powerful system is already affecting communities with weather warnings in place from Coffs Harbor all the way to Bega. While emergency services are on standby, authorities are urging people in affected areas to be prepared, like tying down loose items outside, having an emergency kit on the go, staying inside and away from windows, and to stay in the loop with latest weather updates. EUROPE HEATWAVE There's a massive heatwave going on right across Europe at the moment. In France, 200 schools will be closed this week due to the heat, and from UK to Germany temps are 5 to 10 degrees higher than usual. In Spain, it's set to be the hottest June on record, and right throughout the continent people are doing what they can to stay cool. Wildfires have also started in some regions, with more than 50,000 people evacuated from their homes in Türkiye. WIMBLEDON STARTS It was also the hottest first day of Wimbledon on record. 33 degrees is what the temperature got to as players sweltered through their first round match ups. World Number 1 Aryna Sabalenka cruised through her first round matchup, while Aussie and 20th seed Alexei Popyrin lost to the world number 461 Arthur Fery. TERRITORY DAY Today is the 1st of July, which means those up north are celebrating Territory Day! That's right, things are about to get loud in the NT, because Territory Day is also known as cracker night. It's the one time each year when Aussies don't need a permit to buy and set off fireworks. But only in the NT, and fireworks can only be launched between 6 and 11pm. It's all in celebration of the day that the Northern Territory was given the right to govern itself. Before that it was the federal government that made laws for people living up here. But as much fun as fireworks can be fun, improper use can cause a lot of problems, like starting fires, scaring animals, and injuring people. Fireworks are explosives, so it's important to follow the safety guidelines like clearing the area of dry materials, having a hose or buckets of water handy, keeping everyone at a safe distance. And making sure your ready for when they go boom. T-REX RACING First up, to the US state of Washington where more than 300 people dressed up as dinosaurs for the annual T-rex world championship races. But the action wasn't just on the ground. Skydiving t-rexes parachuted from a height of 1,500 metres, landing on the track before making a bolt for the finish line. ROLL CLOUD Now to Portugal where beachgoers were stopped in their tracks by this rather ominous roll cloud. Rolls clouds are pretty rare here in Portugal, which is currently going through a heat wave. They form when warm air meets cooler air, sending the warm air up, up into the sky. DONKEY FESTIVAL And finally to donkeys in the small Colombian town of Moniquirá which are taking part in the annual Donkey Contest. Now in it's 19th year, the event started out as a fun way to support local farmers and highlight the important role donkeys have played as their loyal sidekicks. And despite having a reputation for appearing rather stubborn, I've got to say these donkeys seem extremely patient under all these outfits.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
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- Yahoo
‘Abnormal' tides threaten state's coast
Residents in coastal Victoria are being urged to batten down the hatches ahead of Tuesday's expected storm surge, which is expected to bring with it abnormally high tides and possible flooding. A 'very strong' cold front is moving across Australia's southeast over the next few days and is forecasted to peak on Tuesday. Tides are forecast to exceed well above the highest astronomical tide of the year. Those living in the Gippsland and Central Districts areas are being warned to stay vigilant with sea water flooding of low lying areas expected. VICSES State Duty Officer Kate Turner said sandbag filling and collection points were open at the Lakes Entrance and Manns Beach on Monday, with preparation efforts already underway at several flood-prone areas. 'Community members should avoid swimming in beaches, tidal rivers and creeks as we go through this period of storm surge, and always keep away from any flooded drains, rivers, streams and other waterways,' she told NewsWire. 'Our volunteers are well trained and prepared for this weather, and are ready to respond to help their communities.' More than nine million people currently fall under a severe weather warning along Australia's south eastern coastline, he Bureau of Meteorology's senior meteorologist Jonathan How said. From Monday, damaging winds and hazardous coastal conditions are expected to extend into large parts of southeast Australia, he said. 'We can see a very strong cold front moving up from the south, reaching the mainland into Monday morning,' he added. 'Behind this cold front is a mass of cold air, and that's associated with vigorous winds as well as showers and thunderstorms. 'Waves are also building along the south coast … for Victoria, abnormally high tides over the few days, peaking on Tuesday.' Forecasted large waves will bring dangerous conditions both in the water and on the beaches. 'The latest computer model guidance shows that, for the rest of today, that cold front moving through towards the east, and the low pressure system behind it bringing very vigorous winds, showers, and isolated thunderstorms,' Mr How said. The wild weather is expected to ease by Wednesday afternoon.
