lindsey maschler week 18: Sydney, Australia is flooded, killing 2 people and forced evacuation

 The other day, New South Wales (NSW) and Queensland have been attacked by heavy downpours that have caused floods and killed 20 people, that has now intensified in Sydney, since it has been hit by widespread flash-flooding. Two bodies that are believed to be of a woman, 67, and her son, 34 - were found in a Sydney canal on Tuesday, and police said their deaths would be investigated, but noted the canal had risen "from ankle-deep to above neck height in a matter of minutes".

NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet stated that 40,000 residents in the state had been ordered to evacuate, and another 20,000 people were on standby. He added that a dam in the suburb of Manly had begun to spill, and a flooded river was threatening lives in the city.There was also a "substantial catastrophe" in the north, where more than 800 people had been placed in temporary accommodation.

The State Emergency Service said more than 2,500 people had requested help in the past 24 hours. Australian Defence Force soldiers have also been deployed. Experts say the flooding emergency has been worsened by climate change and a La Niña weather phenomenon. A La Niña develops when strong winds blow the warm surface waters of the Pacific away from South America and towards Indonesia. In their place, colder waters come up to the surface. In Australia, a La Niña increases the likelihood of rain, cyclones, and cooler daytime temperatures. What do you think about this?

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  1. AnonymousMar 10, 2022, 4:25:00 PM

    It's unfortunate to hear about all of the natural disasters that occur more frequently and with more devastating affects today. Hopefully, we can reduce global warming and lessen the effect of natural disasters to protect more people.

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  2. AnonymousMar 13, 2022, 3:16:00 PM

    It's so sad to hear about stories like this and how natural disasters affect so many people on a day to day basis. I could never imagine how I would feel/react if I had to evacuate my home due to floods. Hopefully, everyone gets out safetly and later on, goes back home with not too much damage done to their homes, offices, and other properties.

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  3. AnonymousMar 14, 2022, 11:06:00 AM

    With all of these unfortunate events going on in the world such as the Russian-Ukrainian war and COVID-19, these natural disasters just add on to the pile of trouble going on in today's modern world. I wish nothing but the best for those effected by these natural disasters. Also, it's safe to say that these past three years will be a part of schools' history curriculum one day.

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  4. AnonymousMar 30, 2022, 5:23:00 PM

    I cant do anything but feel for all of these people and these tragic natural disasters, that are hurting the people of Australia and making them flee from their homes and so much more, I wish nothing but the best for them in the future.

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  5. AnonymousMay 12, 2022, 10:11:00 PM

    It's heartbreaking to read stories like this, and to see how natural calamities touch so many people every day. I can't image how I'd feel or respond if I had to flee my home due to flooding. Hopefully, everyone makes it out safely.

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