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Homes evacuated, flood warnings in place as rain continues to batter NSW (www.abc.net.au)

submitted 7 months ago by zero_gravitas@aussie.zone to c/newcastle@aussie.zone

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In short:

Parts of NSW have received more than 200mm of rain in 24 hours, leading to dozens of flood rescues and residents being evacuated from their homes.

Riverine and flash flooding is affecting the Hunter and Mid North Coast and numerous warnings are in place.

What's next?

People are urged to exercise caution and avoid floodwater as the rain travels north.

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[–] Hotstillnasty@lemmy.world 1 points 7 months ago* (last edited 7 months ago)

What’s next?

better open and expand a few more coal mines to "keep the lights on"