2025-06-25: Severe damage and disruption were reported on Wednesday morning (25 June, local time) following strong winds in parts of New South Wales. Several runway closures were reported at Sydney Airport (SYD), resulting in flight delays and cancellations. Power outages have been reported in the Illawarra and South Coast, affecting thousands of homes and businesses. Reportedly, Unanderra, Berkeley, Ulladulla, and North Nowra are the most affected areas. Restoration efforts remain ongoing with an expected timeline until Thursday (25 June).
Traffic disruptions are to be expected, floods and landslides are possible. Travellers should exercise heightened caution, especially near rivers and mountainslopes, and follow instructions by authorities.
