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Severe Storms Cause Chaos in New South Wales

1/20/2025

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Severe storms have unleashed chaos in New South Wales, leading to a natural disaster declaration for Port Stephens and Maitland. With wind gusts soaring to 100 km/h, more than 40,000 homes are plunged into darkness. The SES is overwhelmed, responding to numerous emergencies, including injuries from fallen trees, while evacuation warnings loom for vulnerable communities facing flood risks.

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Story summary

Severe storms have unleashed chaos in New South Wales, leading to a natural disaster declaration for Port Stephens and Maitland. With wind gusts soaring to 100 km/h, more than 40,000 homes are plunged into darkness. The SES is overwhelmed, responding to numerous emergencies, including injuries from fallen trees, while evacuation warnings loom for vulnerable communities facing flood risks.