Rare tornado strikes Ulladulla in New South Wales

A rare tornado struck the coastal town of Ulladulla, located approximately 226 kilometers south of Sydney, Australia, shortly after noon on Sunday, October 4, 2026. The extreme weather event moved directly through a populated area, damaging homes, toppling trees, and downing power lines, with debris reported on streets such as Green Street.

Emergency services received over 12 distress calls following the incident, which occurred amidst a broader weather system bringing heavy rain and powerful winds to eastern and southern Australia, including flooding in Sydney. Despite the structural damage and downed vegetation, local authorities confirmed that there have been no reports of serious injuries to residents.

The Australian Bureau of Meteorology described the tornado as an unusual occurrence for such a densely populated region. While tornadoes are generally rare in Australia, this event highlights the impact of the intense storms currently affecting the New South Wales coast.