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20 Rescued as Flash Floods Devastate New South Wales

1/19/2026

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Twenty people were rescued from floodwaters in New South Wales after heavy rains.
In Sydney's Narrabeen suburb, residents and holidaymakers were evacuated.
Emergency crews responded to over 1,400 incidents since Saturday, mainly rescues from floodwaters.
State Emergency Services (SES) Assistant Commissioner Sonya Oyston said significant flash flooding has closed roads, with some closed for an extended period.
2.8 inches of rain were recorded in two hours on Sunday morning.

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Twenty people were rescued from floodwaters in New South Wales after heavy rains.
In Sydney's Narrabeen suburb, residents and holidaymakers were evacuated.
Emergency crews responded to over 1,400 incidents since Saturday, mainly rescues from floodwaters.
State Emergency Services (SES) Assistant Commissioner Sonya Oyston said significant flash flooding has closed roads, with some closed for an extended period.
2.8 inches of rain were recorded in two hours on Sunday morning.