In 1999 a hailstorm like no other came out of nowhere and rained down across Sydney, Australia’s most populous city. The hail shattered roofs, windows and cars and all previous insurance bills from natural disasters. It also became a transformative moment for the state’s emergency services. 

The Weather That Changed Us

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The Weather That Changed Us | Sydney's 1999 Hailstorm

DEC 15, 202418 MIN
The Weather That Changed Us

The Weather That Changed Us | Sydney's 1999 Hailstorm

DEC 15, 202418 MIN

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<p>In 1999 a hailstorm like no other came out of nowhere and rained down across Sydney, Australia’s most populous city. The hail shattered roofs, windows and cars and all previous insurance bills from natural disasters. It also became a transformative moment for the state’s emergency services. </p>