Two Australian states are facing heavy rainfall that could lead to flooding, with fears that Sydney's Warragamba Dam could overflow. The rain has already caused delays in the city's train network, and flood warnings are expected in Queensland and NSW. Up to 300mm of rain is forecasted to fall in the southeast and eastern regions. The Warragamba Dam is currently at over 96% of its supply capacity.
Two Aussies states are set to be hit with more than a month’s worth of rainfall, prompting fears a major dam could spill and cause massive flooding.A deadly deluge battering Australia ’s east coast could cause Sydney’s Warragamba Dam to fill to capacity and overflow, with the wild weather causing major delays to the city’s train network .
NSW Premier Chris Minns said the Warragamba Dam, 65 km west of Sydney is currently sitting at more than 96 per cent of its supply capacity. Commuters using the Northern, Western and North Shore line have been warned: “trips may take longer than normal and stops may change at short notice”.â ï¸ Allow extra travel time from the City due to weather damaging equipment at Redfern.
She also warned motorists to stay away from flood waters, noting only a small amount of water can move a vehicle or truck. The dangerous weather battering the east coast has already claimed the life of a Queensland man as the wild weather extends across two states. Friday is anticipated to be the most “impactful day of the combined system’s life”, according to Weatherzone.
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