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Sydney Commuter Chaos: Lightning Strikes and Storms Cause Havoc

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โšก๏ธ๐ŸŒฉ๏ธ Commuters in Sydney face mass delays and chaos as lightning strikes and storms hit the city! #SydneyStorm #CommuterChaos

Sydneysiders are currently experiencing significant disruptions in their daily commute as a sudden storm wreaks havoc on the city's transportation systems. Roads and public transport are facing severe delays, leading to transit chaos in Sydney. The T1 North Shore Line has been shut down, leaving commuters stranded between North Sydney and Gordon due to the storm's impact.

The severe weather conditions have resulted in a frightening incident where four individuals, including a teenager and three others in their 20s and 30s, were struck by lightning while seeking shelter under a tree. The NSW Ambulance service reported that the victims suffered burns and cardiac symptoms from the lightning strike during heavy rain.

A monster storm unleashed approximately 75,000 lightning strikes in just three hours, adding to the already intense situation in Sydney. Train and flight delays have compounded the chaos caused by the thunderstorm, affecting both commuters and travelers passing through the city.

Near the iconic Sydney Opera House, four people were hospitalized after being injured by a lightning strike. The victims experienced burns and cardiac issues following the incident during the severe storm that swept through Sydney's CBD. The ambulance service in New South Wales mobilized quickly to provide medical assistance to those affected by the unexpected weather conditions.

In conclusion, the recent lightning strikes and severe storms in Sydney serve as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of weather phenomena in Australia. It highlights the importance of being prepared for sudden weather changes, especially in densely populated areas. The resilience of Sydney's emergency services and the community's response to such incidents showcase the unity and support during challenging times.

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Image courtesy of "The Sydney Morning Herald"

Commuters warned of mass train delays after storm hits Sydney (The Sydney Morning Herald)

Sydneysiders are being warned of significant delays on roads and public transport amid transit chaos across Sydney after a sudden storm swept through the ...

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Sydney lightning strikes: four people 'knocked unconscious' at ... (The Guardian)

NSW Ambulance says a teenager and three others in their 20s and 30s were sheltering under a tree when hit by lightning amid heavy rain.

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Sydney thunderstorm causes train and flight delays and widespread ... (9News)

Sydney has been hit with about 75000 lightning strikes in three hours as a severe thunderstorm rolled thro...

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Image courtesy of "The Australian"

Commuter chaos as wild storms halt trains (The Australian)

Storms across Sydney have shut down the T1 North Shore Line, meaning trains are currently not running between North Sydney and Gordon.

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Four people hit by lightning near Australia's Sydney Opera House (Aljazeera.com)

The New South Wales ambulance service's Dominic Wong told reporters that the victims suffered burns and presented with cardiac symptoms after the incident at ...

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Monster storm hits Sydney: Four in hospital (NEWS.com.au)

Four people have been injured in a lightning strike near the Sydney Opera House as severe storms lash the city.

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Image courtesy of "Daily Telegraph"

Monster storm: Four struck by lightning in Sydney's CBD (Daily Telegraph)

Four people have been rushed to hospital after they were struck by lightning while standing under a tree in Sydney's CBD on Monday, as a savage storm saw ...

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