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Major Flooding, Travel Warning in Australia's Most Populous State as Deadly Storm Nears
An inland low and coastal trough joining forces over New South Wales (NSW) is forecast to bring heavy localised falls to much of the state on April 5.
Dangerous Weather Heading North After Record Downpours
Heavy and intense rain is anticipated for NSW residents from April 4, exceeding 100mm with totals close to 200mm.
Major Evacuation Effort as River Flood Fears Rise
‘A one-in-100-year flood is really serious and we’re taking it incredibly seriously.’
Bushfire on Perth’s Outskirts Threatens Lives and Homes
The fire started near Toodyay Road in Gidgegannup and the alert was upgraded as it intensified.
Ex-tropical Cyclone Megan Sweeps Through Inland Northern Territory
Residents were told to shelter at the police station, health facility or dozens of dwellings capable of withstanding a category three system.
Relief in Sight After Record-Breaking Heatwave in Australia
An extreme fire danger rating is in place for the southwest region of Victoria until Monday night, March 11, with emergency crews on high alert.
Bushfire That Threatened Homes Deliberately Lit in Tasmania
The blaze at Ravenswood, a Launceston suburb, was reported around 3.20pm on March 6 and sparked a watch and act alert.
‘Not the Same’: Cyclone Leaves Dirty Water, $150 Million Fix
‘The figure we have been given to get our water back up to a perfect solution is around the $150 million mark.’
Storms Follow Temps Over 40C as Heatwave Bakes On
The temperature peaked just under 35C at Sydney Airport while further west Canterbury, Homebush, Holsworthy and Richmond all passed 39C.
Extreme Weather Events Take Enormous Toll on Australia
A government report examines the impact of extreme weather incidents on Australia.
More Residents Leave as Authorities Renew Dire Warning in Victoria
‘The temperatures have shot up, the winds have shot up.’
Scramble to Set up Camp Ahead of Extreme Fire Danger in Victoria
The fire has burned more than 20,800 hectares and destroyed six homes along with sheds and fences.
Homes Feared Lost in Large Bushfire in Victoria’s West
About 1000 firefighters have been battling the blaze including those operating water bombing aircraft.
Extreme Fire Warnings as Southern Heatwave Continues
‘The fire threat is far from over.’
Storm System Could Redevelop Into a Cyclone Over State
The weather system is barrelling towards Western Australia and should cross the border near Halls Creek as it tracks towards the coast.
Four Hit by Lightning, 300 Flights Delayed in Sydney
The four had been sitting under a tree in the gardens near Australia’s Sydney Opera House when it was hit by lightning.
Half of Town Lost to Bushfire as Residents Count Losses
‘Many have lost houses and there’s a lot of broken hearts and broken dreams out there.’
Bushfire Evacuees Return to Homes and Businesses
More than two dozen homes along with outbuildings and vehicles have been destroyed.
River Sweep Forms Part of Search for Suspected Victim in Victoria
A dairy farmer was killed after being struck by debris while herding cows on a quad bike in nearby Darlimurla in South Gippsland on Tuesday evening, Feb. 13.
Thunderstorm Warning as Heat and Humidity Linger in NSW
The highest temperature was recorded in northern NSW at Brewon, which reached 39.6C on Feb. 5.
