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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
National
Henry Belot

Flash flooding traps Sydney drivers in their cars after torrential rain hits city

Torrential rain caused flash flooding in parts of Sydney on Monday, with the south-west worst affected.
Torrential rain caused flash flooding in parts of Sydney on Monday, with the south-west worst affected. Photograph: Dean Lewins/AAP

Torrential rain has caused flash flooding in Sydney with emergency services launching 19 rescue operations to help people trapped inside their cars.

Trains were also cancelled between the city and Bankstown during peak hour with rail tracks underwater, although delayed services have now resumed.

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