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Massive rain dump on Sydney leads to flash flooding and rescue operations

26 février 2026 à 22:27

Thousands of commuters stranded on major roads after severe weather on Thursday night

A heavy burst of more than 100mm of rainfall over three hours in Australia’s most populous city has led to flash flooding, sparking evacuations and rescue operations.

There were 42 rescues in Sydney overnight into Friday, with more than 250 personnel across the city responding to about 500 calls for help, particularly in the south-west, the NSW State Emergency Service said.

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© Photograph: SES/PR HANDOUT

© Photograph: SES/PR HANDOUT

© Photograph: SES/PR HANDOUT

Celine Cremer: ‘compelling evidence’ human remains found in Tasmania belong to missing Belgian backpacker

Hiker disappeared in June 2023, aged 31, after departing for a walk near Cradle Mountain

Tasmania police have confirmed remains found near the state’s Philosopher Falls last month have been provisionally identified as those of missing Belgian tourist Celine Cremer.

Police said on Friday morning that expert reports had provided “compelling evidence” that the remains were likely hers, extending their condolences to her family, who have have been awaiting confirmation of the remains since being alerted to the discovery.

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© Photograph: Tasmania police

© Photograph: Tasmania police

© Photograph: Tasmania police

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