Category : Weather


Lightning hits power pole on Cairns highway

Dramatic video captures a lightning strike hitting a utility pole on the Captain Cook Highway in Cairns during severe storms. The incident highlights the dangers of wild weather in Far North Queensland.

Search for missing teen and man in Sydney waters continues

A multi-agency search resumes for a 25-year-old man at Coogee and a 14-year-old boy at Palm Beach after separate incidents. Authorities issue urgent warnings after multiple drownings on the NSW coast. Stay informed and stay safe.

NYE lightning strike cuts power to 1200+ Canberra homes

A dramatic New Year's Eve lightning strike in Canberra's south caused a major power outage, leaving shoppers in the dark and affecting over 1200 properties. Read how the community and emergency crews responded.

Woman's body found after Maroubra Beach ocean tragedy

The body of a 25-year-old woman has been recovered after she was swept into the ocean from a Maroubra rock pool. Emergency services conducted a major search. A report is being prepared for the coroner.

Severe storm warning for Canberra on New Year's Eve

Canberrans are urged to prepare as the Bureau of Meteorology issues a severe thunderstorm warning for New Year's Eve, forecasting damaging winds, large hail, and potential flash flooding. Stay safe and follow emergency advice.

Cyclone Hayley batters WA coast, tears roofs off homes

Tropical Cyclone Hayley crossed the Kimberley coast as a category three system, causing significant damage, power outages, and forcing residents to seek shelter. Authorities are now assessing the full impact.

Man dies in Queensland flash floods, record rainfall hits

A man in his 70s has died in north-west Queensland's flash flooding. Premier David Crisafulli confirms the tragedy as emergency crews tackle widespread damage and road closures. Download the 7NEWS app for updates.

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