NSW floods: Sydney inundated by torrential rain with parts of northern beaches evacuated - video

The weather system that caused flooding in Queensland and northern NSW has now reached Sydney, with flooding affecting the northern beaches. Manly Dam began spilling, potentially impacting some 2,000 people and 800 homes. Residents in low-lying areas were urged to evacuate. Some 40,000 people across the state were subject to evacuation orders. Dean Narramore from the Bureau of Meterology says, 'A tough 24 hours or even 48 hours ahead and even if the rain does stop on Wednesday and Thursday ... there's still a lot of water in these rivers'? Subscribe to Guardian Australia on YouTubeSydney residents evacuated from homes overnight as heavy rain brings fresh flood risksAustralia news live update: Sydney floods wreak havoc; Manly dam begins to spill as NSW flood waters risePeter Dutton says Australians should look at 'positives' of flood response as Dominic Perrottet apologises Continue reading...