In Sydney, heavy rain and flash flooding have caused major disruptions, leaving over 3,000 homes without power. The areas most affected include the north-west suburbs such as Dural, Sackville, and Glenwood, as well as parts of the south such as Arncliffe, Banksia, and Rockdale. The situation escalated quickly with reports of intense rainfall during evening hours that surprised commuters and prompted emergency responses.

The State Emergency Service (SES) reported that they conducted 40 flood rescues within just three hours and received nearly 500 calls for assistance due to the sudden onset of severe weather. This indicates a significant strain on emergency services as they responded to the urgent needs of the community. SES officials noted the unpredictable nature of thunderstorms and emphasized the importance of being aware of potential hazards during such weather conditions.

As conditions are expected to calm down, the Bureau of Meteorology has since lifted the severe weather warning, indicating a possible return to normalcy. Nonetheless, the immediate aftermath of the storm leaves many residents dealing with the challenges of power outages and the residual effects of the flash floods, which may require extensive recovery efforts in the affected areas.