First published in the Sydney Morning Herald on January 30, 1960



COOL CHANGE BRINGS FLOODINGS AFTER RAIN STEAMS CITY DROP OF 25 DEGREES

A cool change yesterday brought rain and minor flooding to Sydney after a week of oppressive heat.

But the relief of a falling thermometer was short-lived as the humidity soared, smothering the city in a "steam bath."

"Mr Jim Joyce of Victoria Street, Alexandria, gives neighbouring children a welcome shower with his garden hose late last night". January 27, 1960 Credit:Staff photographer

Late yesterday, heavy, widespread showers — with a cloudburst in the Hurstville-Rockdale district — drenched Sydney, boosting the humidity higher.