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NSW Storm Kills One, Leaves 35,000 in Dark
26 Nov
Summary
- A 76-year-old man tragically died after being hit by a falling tree.
- Over 35,000 homes and businesses lost power due to severe weather.
- Sydney public transport experienced significant delays and disruptions.

Wild weather conditions have significantly impacted New South Wales, claiming one life and leaving thousands without essential services. A severe storm, characterized by winds exceeding 100km/h and dry lightning, struck on Wednesday afternoon.
Tragically, a 76-year-old man died on the Central Coast after a falling tree struck him. Emergency services responded but were unable to save him. The same storm system caused extensive power outages, affecting over 35,000 homes and businesses across the state.
In Sydney, the severe weather led to considerable disruptions in public transportation. The T1 western line experienced a halt in services between Parramatta, Richmond, and St Marys due to power supply problems. Repair crews are working to restore services, but an estimated time for resumption has not been provided, urging commuters to delay travel.




