Strong Winds Cause Travel Chaos and Fan Major Bushfires in Australia

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SYDNEY—Strong winds across Australia’s southeast coast on Nov. 23 caused commuter chaos at Sydney and Melbourne airports, the country’s two busiest, with thousands of air travelers stranded after dozens of flights were canceled.

Winds gusting up to 70 kmh (44 mph) also fanned major bushfires along the east coast, threatening homes and forcing evacuations.