Nation's east coast mops up following soggy, gusty storms

After strong weather events across Australia's east coast sent residents and workers ducking for cover, authorities are warning a number of dangers may continue across the coming days.

Storm clouds roll over the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Source: AAP

Authorities are warning rainfall run-off in NSW's fire-affected areas may bring flash flooding filled with debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks as temperatures are set to rise later in the week.

Severe thunderstorms hit Sydney, Newcastle and Wollongong on Monday.

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