Wild Tornado Scenes, NSW Braces for Impact
The SES recorded more than 80 storm incidents as the Bureau of Meteorology warned of damaging winds, large hail and flash flooding.
- On Saturday, October 3, 2026, a rare tornado struck the coastal town of Ulladulla, around 230km south of Sydney, damaging buildings and knocking down trees. The Bureau of Meteorology confirmed the event, describing it as "very unusual" for a populated area.
- Severe thunderstorm warnings spanned New South Wales as damaging winds and heavy rainfall swept the region. Ulladulla recorded 24 millimetres of rain in the 24 hours to 9am Sunday, October 4, while Bellambi received 9.6 millimetres.
- NSW State Emergency Service volunteers responded to 34 jobs in Ulladulla, including reports of roofs blown from homes and significant property damage. Spokesperson Emily Barton described many tasks as significant.
- Witness Brad Collins said he was "amazed" by the spectacle as the tornado hit Ulladulla Harbour, forcing staff at waterfront cafe Native to scramble as winds sent outdoor furniture flying. Resident Wishaya La Spina said, "I was trying to protect him because you never know when a tree could come falling."
- Across the state, the SES recorded more than 90 calls for assistance, with damage extending to the Goulburn SES unit headquarters. Stormy weather also forced the temporary halt of the Yours and Owls music festival in Wollongong for about 45 minutes.
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A tornado swept through the Australian town of Ulladulla. A witness captured the force of the storm on video. According to the National Meteorological Agency, such phenomena rarely occur in such densely populated areas.
Tornadoes are a relatively rare occurrence in Australia.
Rare tornado hits Ulladulla south of Sydney, damaging homes and bringing down trees
نُشر هذا المقال أولاً عبر Cedarnews.net. لمتابعة المزيد من الأخبار والتقارير الحصرية، زورونا على موقعنا. Screenshot A rare tornado swept through a suburban area of Ulladulla, south of Sydney, Australia, damaging property and knocking down trees, according to Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology. Video: Rare tornado hits Ulladulla south of Sydney, damaging homes and bringing down trees https://t.co/yh3VYuNITu pic.twitter.com/pN59vMO5p1— Cedar News (…
A rare tornado has hit the small town of Ulladulla, in New South Wales, Australia, causing damage to property and downing trees. The event occurred on October 3, while some residents managed to film the moment when the tornado passed through residential areas of the town. In a matter of seconds, powerful winds sent tables, chairs and umbrellas flying as a tornado ripped through a waterfront cafe in Ulladulla, Australia. 🌪️ https://t.co/LK3EbZuD…
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