Disaster assistance activated as Sydney ‘blue sky flood’ continues to threaten homes

NSW emergency services minister warns flood threat not over after heavy rain causes flooding in and around Sydney

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Hundreds of residents in Sydney's north-west have been ordered to flee their homes after heavy rain caused flooding in the Hawkesbury-Nepean River catchment.

The New South Wales government has announced assistance measures after heavy rain on Friday and Saturday prompted authorities to open the spill gates at Warragamba Dam.

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