As climate change accelerates, Australians face a range of alarming prospects including escalating temperatures, increasingly lethal heatwaves, severe drought conditions, and heightened bushfire risks. These changes are starkly outlined in …
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Warragamba Dam, located in Sydney’s outer south-west, began spilling early this morning due to heavy rainfall and thunderstorms that have affected the region this week. Reports indicate that at approximately …
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At least fifteen fatalities reported in Indonesia due to devastating floods as torrential rains disrupt road travel and restrict airport access
by adminSevere rainfall on Tuesday and the following day has resulted in catastrophic flooding across East Nusa Tenggara province and the popular tourist destination of Bali. Residents in low-lying areas found …
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Tragedy struck in New South Wales when a car accident led to the drowning of an 11-year-old girl. Emergency services were alerted around 3:30 pm yesterday after reports emerged of …
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Indonesian authorities have reported that at least 11 bodies have been recovered following devastating flash floods that struck East Nusa Tenggara and Bali. The torrential rains, which began on a …
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Corrie’s home insurance has surged by $1200, and a new council plan could push it even higher.
by adminCorrie Chabau recently received a council letter detailing updated flood risk mapping, which threatens to significantly increase his home insurance premiums. While he considers himself fortunate compared to some neighbours …
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New South Wales experienced unprecedented rainfall recently, causing significant concerns about flooding across the state. Yesterday, Sydney recorded its rainiest August day since 2007, with over 80mm of rain within …
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New South Wales is bracing for another potential flooding event as persistent rainfall continues this week. The eastern coastline, from Illawarra to the Hunter region, experienced rainfall amounts of 20mm …
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Rescue operations in north-western Pakistan have recovered numerous bodies from collapsed homes, escalating the death toll to at least 274 due to recent catastrophic flooding. Authorities report that as of …
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It’s Not Quite Spring: Australians Advised to Keep Their Umbrellas Handy as More Rain Approaches
by adminThe east coast of Australia is preparing for another bout of rain, following significant flooding in parts of New South Wales just last week. Sydney is forecasted to receive up …