Sydney saturated with heaviest rainfall in four years as severe weather event hits NSW, with worst yet to come
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Sydney saturated with heaviest rainfall in four years as severe weather event hits NSW, with worst yet to come

ABC  

In short: More than 70 flood alerts remain active across NSW as Sydney is hit with worst rainfall in four years in weather event that is expected to worsen overnight. More than 70 flood alerts remain active across NSW as Sydney is hit with worst rainfall in four years in weather event that is expected to worsen overnight. More than 70 flood alerts remain active across New South Wales on Friday night after intense rainfall saturated the state with the worst to come overnight. Where to find emergency assistance and information: For emergency assistance contact SES in NSW If your life is at risk, call Triple-0 immediately For the latest weather updates visit the Bureau of Meteorology in NSW here ABC Emergency contains planning and advice, and incident map and more If you're not sure what to do when there's a flood, here's the best way to plan Tune into your local ABC Radio Station The flow on to rivers will be a priority, according to chief superintendent Burnes, with SES teams placed at key locations.

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More storms forecast for south-east Queensland and north-east New South Wales, bringing heavy rainfall and risk of flash flooding
1 month, 2 weeks ago

More storms forecast for south-east Queensland and north-east New South Wales, bringing heavy rainfall and risk of flash flooding

ABC  

Widespread storms are forecast for much of central and eastern Australia after south-east Queenslanders were treated to a spectacular lightning display last night. The Bureau of Meteorology is warning severe storms are likely in south-east Queensland and north-east New South Wales, and possible for Western Australia's interior, south-west parts of the Northern Territory and large parts of South Australia. Last …

Storm brings large hail, torrential rain to Victoria's west as extreme weather forecast for south-east Australia
2 months, 1 week ago

Storm brings large hail, torrential rain to Victoria's west as extreme weather forecast for south-east Australia

ABC  

A wild storm brought large hail, torrential rain and strong winds as it wreaked havoc in Victoria's west overnight. "We've got one guy here who's pretty much lost everything, so we've given him a room at the pub for as long as he needs it." 'Absolute flogging' Farmer Russell Heard said his property at Wonwondah, 20 kilometres south of Horsham, …

Australia on track for fifth consecutive wet year as weekend brings further rain to southern states and flood threat to NSW coast
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Australia on track for fifth consecutive wet year as weekend brings further rain to southern states and flood threat to NSW coast

ABC  

Australia has experienced its wettest January-August since 2011, laying the platform for 2024 to become our fifth consecutive year with above-average rain — and potentially among the dampest ever. Flood risk for NSW north coast After a reliably dry start to the month, the past seven days brought a widespread soaking to Australia, culminating in heavy falls on the NSW …

Residents cut off as flood warnings issued, conditions ease in Sydney and Illawarra
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Residents cut off as flood warnings issued, conditions ease in Sydney and Illawarra

ABC  

In short: There have been more than 49 flood rescues overnight as Sydney and the Illawarra were hit with torrential rain. The Bureau of Metrology expects calmer conditions across Sydney and the Illawarra over the next 24 hours but previous heavy rain has led to a major flood warning being issued for North Richmond. SES Deputy Zone Commander for South …

Sydney and southeast Australia on alert as torrential rains trigger flood warnings, travel caution
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Sydney and southeast Australia on alert as torrential rains trigger flood warnings, travel caution

Hindustan Times  

Torrential rains pummelled Australia's southeast on Friday, dumping almost a month's worth of rainfall on Sydney and triggering flood warnings, with authorities urging people to avoid non-essential travel and stay indoors. Flood water is seen flowing through the Parramatta wharf in Sydney on April 5, 2024, after heavy rain lashed eastern Australia, causing flash flooding and a string of emergency …

Hundreds evacuated as devastating floods rip through Australian holiday hotspot
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Hundreds evacuated as devastating floods rip through Australian holiday hotspot

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Sam Vecchio, a local business owner in Seymour, told …

Flood fears persist in the NSW Northern Rivers with more rain predicted
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Flood fears persist in the NSW Northern Rivers with more rain predicted

ABC  

Parts of northern New South Wales have received hundreds of millimetres of rain over the past two days, causing flash flooding and rivers to spill their banks. Key points: Flood warnings follow 28 flood rescues by the NSW State Emergency Service across the Northern Rivers Region Tweed Shire Mayor Chris Cherry says locals are still traumatised by the last flood …

Widespread heavy rain eases drought conditions in Qld, NSW as BOM forecasts more
1 year, 1 month ago

Widespread heavy rain eases drought conditions in Qld, NSW as BOM forecasts more

ABC  

Widespread heavy rain has been falling across some of Australia's most parched regions, "taking the sting" out of intense drought conditions and a degree of the bushfire threat. It means large pockets of Queensland and New South Wales will have received more than 100mm of rain by the end of the week and "some isolated spots well above that", according …

Hope on the horizon as upcoming rain to ease northern NSW fire threat
1 year, 2 months ago

Hope on the horizon as upcoming rain to ease northern NSW fire threat

ABC  

The heaviest rain since autumn is heading to northern NSW, however relief from the ongoing drought will be preceded by another spell of hot weather during the next 36 hours. Key points: Temperatures will continue to climb this week, along with a bout of dry winds It will be followed by dry lightning which can spark bushfires A cooler drop …

Dangerous wind, heavy rain, flooding forecast to hit eastern Australia as intense storm system deepens
1 year, 2 months ago

Dangerous wind, heavy rain, flooding forecast to hit eastern Australia as intense storm system deepens

ABC  

Widespread rain and thunderstorms, carrying the risk of flash flooding, have begun pouring over parts of Victoria and New South Wales, as a low pressure system intensifies over the eastern states. Key points: Flood warnings are in place for parts of southern NSW and eastern Victoria following heavy rain Falls of 10mm to 50mm are forecast for parts of NSW …

Flood and storm threat for southern Australia after record-hot and dry September weather
1 year, 2 months ago

Flood and storm threat for southern Australia after record-hot and dry September weather

ABC  

It's no exaggeration to suggest the prolonged unseasonable run of warm and dry weather is becoming concerning. NSW/ACT The next seven days will bring extreme weather to NSW, including near-record heat, extreme fire dangers, a southerly buster, strong winds, heavy rain and even snow. The change will stall before reaching northern NSW and hot northerly winds will return to the …

Flash flooding and rescues in Sydney, Illawarra as parts of South Coast cop 300mm of rain
1 year, 10 months ago

Flash flooding and rescues in Sydney, Illawarra as parts of South Coast cop 300mm of rain

ABC  

A storm that dumped more than 300 millimetres of overnight rain on NSW South Coast towns has continued to track past Sydney into Thursday night, prompting dozens of flood rescues. Key points: The SES says it responded to more than 600 calls from the Shoalhaven to south of Sydney Dozens of those included rescuing people from cars stuck in flood …

In 2022, Australia smashed rain records while floods caused record insurance payouts
1 year, 11 months ago

In 2022, Australia smashed rain records while floods caused record insurance payouts

ABC  

Records fell up and down Australia’s east coast as rains, floods and insurance payouts all hit new peaks. "I've met people who have experienced six, seven floods this year, just this calendar year," emergency services minister Murray Watt says. "What we normally do is we measure these events as they happen and isolate them one by one, but the reality …

Weather forecast this weekend in Australia: Storms expected in NSW and Victoria, flood warnings
2 years, 1 month ago

Weather forecast this weekend in Australia: Storms expected in NSW and Victoria, flood warnings

Daily Mail  

Weather patterns will be difficult to predict and could even produce tornadoes Forecasters say the atmospheric conditions could result in supercells and hail All the 'ingredients' will be in place for dangerous couple of days of weather Wet weather throws T20 World Cup final at the MCG on Sunday into doubt The weather system will then move across to Victoria, …

Flooding continues as more rain falls in NSW, Murray River peak yet to come
2 years, 2 months ago

Flooding continues as more rain falls in NSW, Murray River peak yet to come

ABC  

Schools are closed, roads are cut off and communities already affected by floods are on alert in New South Wales northern, Central West and southern border areas as more rain has been forecast over the weekend. Key points: More than 80 flood warnings are in place across NSW, including 10 emergency warnings The Murray River is expected to peak overnight …

Week-long drenching to worsen flood crisis across Australian eastern states
2 years, 2 months ago

Week-long drenching to worsen flood crisis across Australian eastern states

ABC  

A prolonged rain event across eastern Australia is likely to cause flooding rain from central Queensland to Tasmania this week. Key points: Sydney could be hit with more than 50mm of rain during the next seven days This week's rainfall could break October records in parts of eastern Australia Some towns around the source of the Murray-Darling River could be …

Australian floods could inundate or isolate 34,000 homes
2 years, 2 months ago

Australian floods could inundate or isolate 34,000 homes

The Hindu  

Around 34,000 homes could be inundated or isolated in Victoria state as a flood emergency continues across parts of Australia’s southeast, an official said Monday. Federal Emergency Management Minister Murray Watt said Victoria faced “some serious flooding” with more rain forecast for late this week. “It’s quite likely we’ll see a flood peak happen and waters recede, followed by another …

Australian floods could inundate or isolate 34,000 homes
2 years, 2 months ago

Australian floods could inundate or isolate 34,000 homes

Associated Press  

CANBERRA, Australia — Around 34,000 homes could be inundated or isolated in Victoria state as a flood emergency continues across parts of Australia’s southeast, an official said Monday. Federal Emergency Management Minister Murray Watt said Victoria faced “some serious flooding” with more rain forecast for late this week. “It’s quite likely we’ll see a flood peak happen and waters recede, …

BOM forecasts severe thunderstorms as another round of rain heads for already flooded east
2 years, 2 months ago

BOM forecasts severe thunderstorms as another round of rain heads for already flooded east

ABC  

A stormy system is set to bring yet another round of wet weather to the already flooded east. Key points: A convective system is expected to bring more rain in the form of hit and miss storms later this week Storms have the potential to be severe and the rainfall widespread The continued wet weather will exacerbate ongoing flood conditions …

Floods inundate Australia as the country battles extreme weather
2 years, 2 months ago

Floods inundate Australia as the country battles extreme weather

Al Jazeera  

The deluge in Victoria, New South Wales and the island state of Tasmania comes six months after east coast flooding disaster killed 20 people. Areas of three southeastern states – Victoria, New South Wales and the island state of Tasmania – are under emergency flood warnings after an intense weather system this week brought more than a month’s worth of …

Flood warnings as southeast Australia lashed by heavy rain
2 years, 2 months ago

Flood warnings as southeast Australia lashed by heavy rain

Associated Press  

CANBERRA, Australia — Flood warnings were issued, hundreds of homes were evacuated, thousands more lost power and a man was missing as heavy rain lashed southeast Australia on Thursday. State Emergency Management Commissioner Andrew Crisp said the heavy rain would reach metropolitan Melbourne, Victoria’s capital and Australia’s most populous city after Sydney, late Thursday. That could flood 250 Rochester homes …

Flood warnings as rainstorms inundate southeast Australian states
2 years, 2 months ago

Flood warnings as rainstorms inundate southeast Australian states

Al Jazeera  

Evacuation centres open on the island state of Tasmania, parts of which could see 300mm of rain by Friday. Violent gusts have brought down trees and power lines as rainstorms continue to lash southeast Australia with the states of Victoria, Tasmania and southern New South Wales braced for flooding, meteorologists and government officials said. Hundreds of homes across Victoria were …

Victorian residents warned to avoid floodwater and secure properties ahead of major storms
2 years, 2 months ago

Victorian residents warned to avoid floodwater and secure properties ahead of major storms

ABC  

Victorians are being warned a storm forecast to be the biggest of the year could cause flooding across the state on Thursday. Key points: Heavy rainfall is expected to batter Victoria from Wednesday Authorities are warning of potential flash flooding on Thursday across the state Residents in flood prone areas have been told to prepare for up to 72 hours …

More rain forecast for western New South Wales has residents on high flood alert, with 'danger day' on Saturday for Sydney
2 years, 2 months ago

More rain forecast for western New South Wales has residents on high flood alert, with 'danger day' on Saturday for Sydney

ABC  

The New South Wales Emergency Minister is warning Saturday will be "danger day" for Sydney and surrounding areas, with two more significant rain events set to sweep the state. Key points: The weather bureau is forecasting a "significant and elevated flood risk" over the coming days with two systems set to develop in different areas The State Emergency Service is …

Sydney marks wettest year since records began more than 160 years ago
2 years, 2 months ago

Sydney marks wettest year since records began more than 160 years ago

ABC  

This year is officially Sydney’s wettest on record after yet another downpour over the weather station in the CBD where data is gathered. Key points: Sydney has surpassed the previous annual rain record set in 1950 A significant rain system will pass over NSW this weekend with major flooding expected in some parts Eastern Australia is now experiencing its third …

More flooding on the way as BOM forecasts heavy rain from Northern Territory to Tasmania
2 years, 2 months ago

More flooding on the way as BOM forecasts heavy rain from Northern Territory to Tasmania

ABC  

The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting round after round of rain this week. Key points: Multiple rounds of rain are expected this week and into the weekend Heavy rain is likely to prolong and renew flooding in already sodden catchments Emergency services are urging communities to plan ahead and be prepared Widespread heavy rain is expected all the way from …

EXPLAINER: Factors behind Sydney’s recent flood emergencies
2 years, 5 months ago

EXPLAINER: Factors behind Sydney’s recent flood emergencies

Associated Press  

CANBERRA, Australia — Parts of Australia’s largest city have been inundated by four major floods since March last year, leaving weary residents questioning how many times they can rebuild. ___ LEADERS BLAME CLIMATE CHANGE New South Wales state Premier Dominic Perrottet said government and communities need to adapt to major flooding becoming more common across Australia’s most populous state. Prime …

Homes of 85,000 people at risk, but rain eases around Sydney
2 years, 5 months ago

Homes of 85,000 people at risk, but rain eases around Sydney

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — Floodwaters inundated or were threatening the homes of 85,000 people around Sydney on Wednesday as rivers started to recede and the heavy rains tracked north of Australia’s largest city. While rain was easing across Sydney, several waterways including the Hawkesbury-Nepean rivers system on Sydney’s northern and western fringes remained at major flood levels, Emergency Services Minister Steph Cooke …

EXPLAINER: Factors behind Sydney's recent flood emergecies
2 years, 5 months ago

EXPLAINER: Factors behind Sydney's recent flood emergecies

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. ___ LEADERS BLAME CLIMATE CHANGE New South Wales state …

3 feet of rain sets up 4th round of flood misery for Sydney
2 years, 5 months ago

3 feet of rain sets up 4th round of flood misery for Sydney

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — More than 30,000 residents of Sydney and its surrounds were told to evacuate or prepare to abandon their homes Monday as Australia’s largest city faces its fourth, and possibly worst, round of flooding in less than a year and a half. Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology manager, Jane Golding, said some areas between Newcastle, north of Sydney, and Wollongong, …

Sydney floods: Where are the NSW flood warnings? What has the Bureau of Meteorology forecast?
2 years, 5 months ago

Sydney floods: Where are the NSW flood warnings? What has the Bureau of Meteorology forecast?

ABC  

The NSW State Emergency Service has issued dozens of flood evacuation orders and warnings in response to torrential rain hitting the state. Here are the evacuation orders up until 3:30pm on Sunday: North Richmond East Low-Lying parts of Freemans Reach Parts of Ebenezer Pitt Town Bottoms Parts of Cattai Cornwallis and the eastern part of Richmond Lowlands Parts of Pitt …

Heavy rain hits Sydney as largest floods since March 2021 surround city
2 years, 5 months ago

Heavy rain hits Sydney as largest floods since March 2021 surround city

ABC  

An east-coast low has brought heavy rainfall to an already saturated Sydney catchment, leading to major floods on the Hawkesbury, Nepean, and Colo rivers. Key points: The BOM has warned of the potential for six-hourly rainfall totals of up to 120mm The rain is expected to ease on Tuesday, however floodwaters may remain high Dozens of evacuation orders were in …

'Dangerous weather' expected across Sydney for next 24 to 48 hours as Illawarra rainfall exceeds July averages in a day
2 years, 5 months ago

'Dangerous weather' expected across Sydney for next 24 to 48 hours as Illawarra rainfall exceeds July averages in a day

ABC  

The heavy rain covering eastern parts of Sydney is expected to intensify and move across to other areas over the next 24 to 48 hours in a deterioration of conditions. Key points: The Illawarra region was hit with 200mm of rain in one day, exceeding its July average of about 50mm In the past 24 hours up to 7pm on …

BOM forecasts widespread rain along east coast as dry season rain streams in from Top End
2 years, 5 months ago

BOM forecasts widespread rain along east coast as dry season rain streams in from Top End

ABC  

Australia's east coast is set to receive a drenching this weekend as moisture streaming in from the tropics links up with a weather system from the south. Key points: The weather has been triggered by unseasonable rain across the Top End People in flood-affected regions are advised to be cautious but not concerned The rain is expected to begin in …

Global warming may have worsened series of flood disasters, says Bureau of Meteorology
2 years, 7 months ago

Global warming may have worsened series of flood disasters, says Bureau of Meteorology

ABC  

A perfect storm of factors created conditions for devastating flooding across Queensland and NSW this year and global warming may have made them worse, says the Bureau of Meteorology. Key points: The BOM links floods to a trend of high-intensity rainfall events due to climate change It says more than 50 sites in Queensland and NSW recorded more than a …

Sydney news: Flash flooding hits Sydney overnight
2 years, 8 months ago

Sydney news: Flash flooding hits Sydney overnight

ABC  

Here's what you need to know this morning: SES called to assist with flash flooding Trees came down down in Lindfield in the north overnight. The SES has advised evacuation centres have been set up at Southern Cross University on Military Road at Lismore, the Kyogle Memorial Hall, 58 Dalley St Mullumbimby and the Ocean Shores Country Club. Meteorologists warn …

Weather and flood warnings for southeast Queensland and northeast NSW
2 years, 8 months ago

Weather and flood warnings for southeast Queensland and northeast NSW

Daily Mail  

Southeast Queensland and northeast NSW are again bracing for severe wet weather as a slow-moving and dangerous east coast low hammers the east coast. The Bureau of Meteorology issued a warning on Monday for more heavy rainfall and potentially life-threatening flash floods from Noosa down to the NSW border Channel Seven footage shows flash flooding trapped a man on top …

Weather warnings for NSW and Queensland towns hit by floods
2 years, 8 months ago

Weather warnings for NSW and Queensland towns hit by floods

Daily Mail  

Flood-hit areas of Australia's east coast are again bracing for more dangerous weather that could disrupt clean-up efforts. The Bureau of Meteorology issued two severe weather warnings - one for north-east NSW and one for south-east Queensland - on Sunday. The north-east of NSW and south-east Queensland are expected to be hit with more rain on Monday and Tuesday will …

Southern Queensland braces for potentially severe thunderstorms this weekend, with large hail possible
2 years, 9 months ago

Southern Queensland braces for potentially severe thunderstorms this weekend, with large hail possible

ABC  

Residents of the Darling Downs region are being urged to prepare for a day of fairly active thunderstorms as a trough in Western Queensland deepens and moves east. Key point: Queensland's southern interior has been warned to expect severe thunderstorms, damaging winds and possible hail The bureau has warned residents near the NSW border to keep an eye out for …

NSW, Queensland floods on track to be among country's worst-ever natural disasters, Climate Council says
2 years, 9 months ago

NSW, Queensland floods on track to be among country's worst-ever natural disasters, Climate Council says

ABC  

The ongoing floods in Queensland and New South Wales are on track to be one of Australia's worst-ever natural disasters. The Brisbane "rain bomb", for instance, dropped more water on the city than typically falls in London over an entire year, and the volume flowing through the Brisbane River far exceeded the 2010-11 floods. The total value of the insurance …

Sydney News: BOM warns still serious flood threat for Sydney despite sunny day ahead
2 years, 9 months ago

Sydney News: BOM warns still serious flood threat for Sydney despite sunny day ahead

ABC  

Here's what you need to know this morning. Hawkesbury-Nepean flood still dangerous Authorities are warning there is still a serious flood threat despite forecast warm and sunny conditions for Greater Sydney. A Bureau of Meteorology flood warning remains in place for the Hawkesbury and Colo Rivers, and major flooding is still affecting North Richmond, Windsor, Sackville, Lower Portland and Wisemans …

Australia to declare east coast floods a national emergency
2 years, 9 months ago

Australia to declare east coast floods a national emergency

Associated Press  

CANBERRA, Australia — Australia’s prime minister on Wednesday said he would declare a national emergency following floods across large swathes of the east coast that have claimed 22 lives. Prime Minister Scott Morrison made the announcement during a visit to flood-devastated Lismore in northern New South Wales state, where four people died last week. Sydney, New South Wales’ capital and …

How unusual is all this rain we're having? The answer? Very
2 years, 9 months ago

How unusual is all this rain we're having? The answer? Very

ABC  

There is a lot to get your head around with the weather at the moment. From 9am Thursday to 9am Monday three stations recorded over a metre of rain: - 1637mm at Mount Glorious, QLD - 1180mm at Pomona, QLD - 1094mm at Bracken Ridge Brisbane has absolutely smashed its three-day rainfall record with 677mm, by recording over 200mm each …

SES warns life-threatening flash flooding still to come on NSW far north coast
2 years, 10 months ago

SES warns life-threatening flash flooding still to come on NSW far north coast

ABC  

The NSW State Emergency Service says heavy to intense rain is still expected across large parts of the northern rivers region that may lead to life-threatening flash flooding. Key points: BOM forecasting rain as high as 160mm across six hours in some areas SES warns intense rainfall could lead to "life-threatening" flash flooding Moderate flooding is possible on the Tweed …

Queensland's wild weather sees more severe storms develop as state battles heatwave, threat of flash flooding
2 years, 10 months ago

Queensland's wild weather sees more severe storms develop as state battles heatwave, threat of flash flooding

ABC  

Severe storms have continued to form across south-east Queensland in what has turned out to be a volatile evening that has capped off a scorching and muggy day. Cells that hit Brisbane, Logan, and parts of the Gold and Sunshine coasts this afternoon have been downgraded, however new systems developed a short time later in the Scenic Rim and near …

Weather Sydney: Australia to be hit with a rainbomb
2 years, 11 months ago

Weather Sydney: Australia to be hit with a rainbomb

Daily Mail  

Australians have been warned to enjoy the eagerly-anticipated sunshine while they can as weeks of heavy rain are forecast. Hordes of Sydneysiders were seen soaking up the rays at the popular Bondi Beach on Tuesday, making the most of what could be the last sunny day for a week. Sydneysiders flocked to Bondi Beach on Tuesday to enjoy the warm …

BOM forecasts heavy rain, flooding as more wet weather descends upon eastern Australia
3 years, 1 month ago

BOM forecasts heavy rain, flooding as more wet weather descends upon eastern Australia

ABC  

November rain records have already been smashed through Australia's west and centre — now the focus is moving east. Key points: The focus of today's rain and storms is expected to be over northern NSW and southern Queensland Over the next few days a low is set to move across from SA down through NSW to Victoria Some places will …

2 trapped drivers become first Australian flood fatalities
3 years, 9 months ago

2 trapped drivers become first Australian flood fatalities

Associated Press  

CANBERRA, Australia — Two men trapped in vehicles hundreds of kilometers apart have become the first fatalities of record flooding on Australia’s east coast. An emergency crew later retrieved the body of David Hornman from an upturned pickup truck in a flooded creek 680 kilometers north near Gold Coast city in Queensland state, police said. Most rivers had peaked by …

More evacuations amid ‘catastrophic’ floods in eastern Australia
3 years, 9 months ago

More evacuations amid ‘catastrophic’ floods in eastern Australia

Al Jazeera  

Authorities extend flood and severe weather warnings to more areas, send helicopters to rescue stranded people. Authorities in eastern Australia have issued fresh flood warnings and evacuation orders amid a relentless week-long downpour, as emergency services deployed helicopters and boats to rescue residents stranded by “catastrophic” floodwaters. Organic farmer Rod Bailey said his property near Port Macquarie in NSW had …

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