Meteorological centre forecasts more storms across north and west even as east coast bakes under a scorching sun

Fast-moving blaze destroys homes and rental properties

Flooding and coastal hazard warnings remain in place for entire NSW coastline as storm moves south

Areas near the Victorian border could also be impacted today

Up to 250mm of rain and winds up to 125kmph (78mph) forecast to hit parts of New South Wales today

Millions of people are in the path of the storm which is expected to dump over 100 mm rain in just hours

Exporters will require certificates from Japan’s government confirming inspections for radioactive materials

The move would mark the first time Delhi has deployed weather modification to tackle its chronic smog

Videos shared online show the 13-member family waving desperately, standing on a boulder in the middle of a raging river