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Sydney news: Wet weather hits most of NSW as residents warned to prepare for flooding

Here's what you need to know this morning.

Warning as rain expected to set in

Two big wet weather systems are about to hit much of NSW and impact the rest of the week, with authorities warning of more flooding and bracing for possible rescue efforts.

The first system will move from the state's west later tonight and into tomorrow, travelling across central NSW to coastal areas in the east.

The State Emergency Service (SES) said the second system would bring even more rain and also hit the Sydney metro area.

SES spokesman Greg Nash said the rain could cause riverine and flash flooding, especially because many creeks and rivers were already so full.

"This rain will cause additional flood warnings and flooding for rivers and creek systems around NSW," he said.

"So we want people to be prepared and be aware of their current situation where they are. And if they're travelling around for school holidays to be aware of what's ahead of them.

"We want people to be mindful of the conditions and be aware that what state they leave their house in in the morning may be different to what they come back to when they come home."

Minister puts hand up for election

NSW Roads Minister Natalie Ward has nominated for Liberal Party preselection for the electorate of Davidson.

The seat is being vacated by Speaker Jonathan O'Dea, who is set to retire from politics at the state election.

Ms Ward said she would push for greater housing affordability and more mental health support if elected.

Firefighters tackle warehouse blaze 

More than 60 firefighters have been called to a warehouse fire in Sydney's west.

Fifteen fire trucks were on the scene after emergency calls reported a single-level warehouse fire in Regents Park just after 6:30am. 

A Fire and Rescue NSW spokesperson said there had been some minor explosions, which was not uncommon, but firefighters had since withdrawn after entering earlier on.

The spokesperson said the minor explosions could be caused by aerosols or the LPG cylinder of a forklift at the scene.

Police need help identifying two men 

Police are appealing for help to identify two men they believe were involved in a sexual assault at a unit in central Manly.

Earlier this year, detectives commenced an investigation into the alleged incident at the home on Manly Corso on January 16.

As part of the investigation, detectives have released CCTV images of two men aged between 20 and 25 who they believe can assist with their inquiries.

One of the men is described a being of Mediterranean/Middle Eastern appearance, about 170cm tall, with a slim build, dark brown curly hair and a moustache.

He was wearing a dark-coloured button-up shirt and blue jeans with white sneakers.

The other man is described as Caucasian, about 165cm tall, of slim build with brown hair wearing a grey/blue T-shirt with black jeans and white sneakers.

Train disruption expected this week

There will be disruption to some train services across Sydney's north this week because of major construction work that's taking place on the Sydney Metro project at Chatswood.

Buses are replacing trains on the T1 North Shore line between Gordon and North Sydney, as well as on the Metro between North Ryde and Chatswood.

Maureen Clark from Sydney Trains said that would be the case through until Saturday as they took advantage of the quieter school holiday period to get the work done.

"Replacement buses will run but they'll be limited so we do encourage people to please plan ahead using travel apps and allow plenty of extra travel time," Ms Clark said.

"Sydney metro and Sydney trains are working together to minimise impacts to customers as much as possible while this major construction work is underway."

Eight die on roads over weekend

Eight people have died on the state's roads over the long weekend.

It takes the annual road toll so far this year to 226.

While it is down on the three-year average, it is higher than last year's road toll over the same period.

Police say speed, driver distraction, fatigue and alcohol are the most common causes of road deaths.

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