Severe weather disrupts flights and power in New South Wales
- A bomb cyclone hit New South Wales, causing severe weather and disruptions.
- Flights were cancelled by major airlines, and over 35,000 homes lost power.
- Residents were advised to exercise caution and evacuate from vulnerable areas.
A bomb cyclone has swept across Australia’s east coast, particularly impacting New South Wales, resulting in widespread disruption, including significant flight cancellations and power outages. On July 1, 2025, the severe weather led major airlines to cancel more than 55 domestic flights to and from Sydney Airport, with Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar among the airlines impacted. Along with flight cancellations, the storm caused damage to infrastructure, uprooted trees, and left around 35,000 properties without electricity. Severe weather warnings were issued, predicting gusts over 100 kph and heavy rainfall, prompting authorities to advise residents to avoid unnecessary travel and evacuate at-risk areas. Meteorologists noted that this rapidly intensifying storm, characterized as a 'bomb cyclone', brought a sudden drop in atmospheric pressure, creating hazardous conditions across the region. Conditions were expected to deteriorate further on July 2 before the weather system moved out towards the Tasman Sea and toward New Zealand by July 3.