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Mum and baby escape tree crash in wild storm

A mother and her baby miraculously survived after a tree crushed their vehicle during severe NSW storms. Over 2260 emergency calls recorded across affected communities.

ACT Storm Damage: 80+ Trees Down, Power Outages

Severe winds cause chaos across Canberra with over 80 fallen trees, structural damage and multiple power outages. SES volunteers respond to non-stop calls for assistance as conditions worsen.

Emergency crews battle Norlane house fire

Emergency services rushed to a house fire in Norlane's Yooringa Avenue. Multiple CFA crews contained the blaze. No injuries reported. Investigation underway.

Virgin Australia flight emergency return to Sydney

A Virgin Australia flight was forced to make an emergency return to Sydney Airport after experiencing two separate mid-air emergencies shortly after takeoff. Emergency services were on standby.

Black Smoke Billows from Geelong Refinery

Emergency crews respond to smoke incident at Viva Energy refinery in Corio. Authorities confirm no immediate threat to community as investigation continues.

ACT asbestos school closures spark parent anger

ACT parents express fury over government's handling of asbestos contamination in schools, citing confused messaging and unnecessary mass closures. Minister Yvette Berry under fire.

Samsung Phone Fails Triple-0 Call, Person Dies

A person has died after an ageing Samsung phone failed to connect to Triple-0 on the TPG network. The incident prompts urgent warnings for users to update their devices and raises serious questions about Australia's emergency call system.

Chemical spill blocks Captain Cook Highway

Hazardous chemical spill forces closure of Captain Cook Highway near Ellis Beach. Emergency crews contain substance as detours remain in place. Stay informed about road updates.

Hospital ED Beds Closed Due to Sewage Pipe Burst

Emergency department beds temporarily closed at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital as urgent repairs continue on burst sewage pipe. Patient services affected during essential infrastructure works.

Sewage Sabotage Forces Perth Hospital Evacuation

A major sewage spill, believed to be sabotage by a disgruntled patient, caused chaos at Perth's Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital. Emergency bays were closed for a lengthy clean-up. Download the app for more.

Girl's femur snapped on giant 120m slip-and-slide

An 11-year-old Queensland girl suffered a horrific leg break on a 120-metre slip-and-slide. LifeFlight's rescue helicopter airlifted her to hospital in a dramatic Australia Day mission.

Car crashes through Geelong West living room

A Mazda sedan crashed through the living room of a Geelong West home, narrowly missing residents. Emergency services responded to the shocking incident on Autumn Street.

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