NSW Flood Crisis: Thousands Evacuated, Five Dead as Clean-Up Begins

NSW Flood Aftermath: 105 Warnings Remain as Communities Begin Clean-Up Devastating floods in New South Wales, Australia, have begun to recede, but the impact remains significant. The New South Wales State Emergency Service (SES) currently has 105 flood warnings in place across the state's flood zone, with four warnings at the highest emergency level. "Floodwaters have receded, but the clean-up effort is far from over," said an SES spokesperson. The spokesperson highlighted the scale of the challenge, with up to 10,000 homes inundated and thousands more without power. The video shows scenes of the widespread damage, with residents working to salvage belongings from their flooded homes. One resident, whose home was severely damaged, described the experience as "absolutely devastating." Another resident, helping to clear debris from a local street, commented on the community spirit, saying, "We're all in this together, and we'll get through it." The clean-up will require considerable resources and time. The floods have resulted in the evacuation of approximately 50,000 people over the past two days. Tragically, five people have lost their lives. While the immediate danger has subsided, the long-term recovery process will be challenging for many affected communities.