More rain forecast across inundated NSW areas as storm season begins

New flood warning system launched as cold, wet weather expected to continue next week

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Miserable weather is lingering in New South Wales as the official start of the storm season approaches, and rain is expected to continue through the weekend.

Storms have hit NSW this week, adding further rain to persistent showers as some parts of the state deal with ongoing flooding.

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