August 29th 2024.
A dashcam video has recently surfaced, capturing a terrifying incident on a busy road in Sydney. It shows a tree branch falling onto a powerline during rush hour traffic, causing chaos and fear among drivers. The incident occurred around 6:30pm yesterday on Carrington Road in Queens Park, a bustling area in the eastern part of the city.
As the video begins, we see cars at a standstill in a traffic queue. Suddenly, a strong gust of wind blows through, causing a nearby tree branch to break off and land on the powerline above. The branch bends the powerline, but fortunately, it does not break it, and the traffic starts to move again. It's a relief that no one was hurt in this hair-raising incident.
According to the NSW State Emergency Service (SES), there were a total of 1100 incidents reported yesterday, with 442 of them occurring in Greater Sydney. These incidents were mainly due to the strong winds that swept through the state, causing fallen trees, powerlines, and damage to properties and roofs. As of this morning, there were still 300 incidents that needed attention.
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe weather warning for today, as damaging winds are expected to redevelop in the eastern and southeastern parts of the state. This will continue into Friday, with winds averaging 60km/hr to 70km/hr and peak gusts over 90km/h in the Snowy Mountains region. For areas above 1900m, the winds may be even stronger, with peak gusts of up to 125km/hr.
Thankfully, the winds are expected to ease by Friday afternoon. In the meantime, it's important to stay updated on the weather conditions by checking the BoM website. With such strong winds, it's crucial to take precautions and stay safe.
In other news, the Paralympic Games Paris 2024 will be broadcasted live and free on Channel 9, 9Gem, and 9Now. Viewers can also watch every event ad-free, live, and on demand in 4K on Stan Sport. It's a great opportunity to witness the incredible achievements of these inspiring athletes. Let's all support and cheer for them!
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