Since Tuesday, communities in New South Wales, particularly north of Sydney, have experienced severe flooding due to relentless downpours, with some areas receiving up to 60 cm of rain. Emergency services have conducted over 500 rescue operations to assist affected residents, including helicopter rescues. Towns like Taree, Kempsey, and Coffs Harbour have been hit hardest, with authorities advising approximately 50,000 residents to prepare for possible evacuation or isolation. Fourteen evacuation centres have been established as forecasts indicate more rain is on the way, raising concerns for ongoing challenges.
Communities across New South Wales have faced relentless downpours since Tuesday, with some areas receiving up to 60 centimetres of rain. Emergency services have carried out more than 500 rescue operations, including helicopter winches from rooftops.
Taree, Kempsey, and Coffs Harbour are among the hardest-hit towns, with 50,000 residents told to prepare for evacuation or isolation. Fourteen evacuation centres have opened.
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