NSW SES Urges Readiness as Severe Storms Forecast Across New South Wales

The NSW State Emergency Service (SES) is urging communities across New South Wales to prepare for severe weather, including damaging winds, large hail, and heavy rainfall, as storms move across the state on Sunday.

Storm activity is forecast to develop over western NSW on Sunday morning before tracking east toward Sydney during the afternoon. According to the NSW SES, destructive wind gusts exceeding 125 km/h are possible across central and southern parts of the state late Sunday afternoon and evening. Storms are also expected to impact Sydney overnight Sunday and into Monday, with the weather risk subsequently shifting to the northeast coast, where heavy rain could lead to flash flooding next week.

NSW SES Assistant Commissioner Nicole Hogan advised residents to review emergency plans and take precautions around their properties before the weather hits.

"The forecast damaging winds and heavy rainfall within these storms could bring down trees and powerlines, damage roofs and cause flash flooding with little warning," Assistant Commissioner Hogan said. She recommended securing loose outdoor items, moving vehicles undercover, and clearing gutters and drains if safe to do so.

While widespread riverine flooding is not expected, the agency noted that isolated minor flooding remains possible in northern NSW, where crews have already responded to 143 requests for assistance since Tuesday. The SES warned that heavy thunderstorm downpours could still trigger localized flash flooding.

Motorists and travelers are urged to monitor conditions, check road closures, and avoid driving, riding, or walking through floodwaters.

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