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NSW State Emergency Service

NSW State Emergency Service

Emergency Warning

Shelter now

Emergency Warning

NSW SES is advising people in the following area(s) to SHELTER NOW due to dangerous moderate flooding:

  • 5551 George Downes Drive Bucketty NSW 2250
  • 912 Murrays Run Road Laguna NSW 2325

It is now too late to leave safely as evacuation routes are likely to be cut off. Seek shelter in a sturdy raised structure that can be safely accessed. You may now be trapped without power, water, internet and other essential services and it may be too dangerous for NSW SES to rescue you.


What are we expecting?

The Bureau of Meteorology advises a prediction

Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas are now impacted by dangerous floodwater:

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What you need to do:

  • If you have a Home or Business Emergency Plan, follow it. Otherwise, have a conversation and plan for what you will do and take with you if you need to evacuate.
  • Gather your essential possessions. These might include mobile phone, charger, battery-powered radio, medicine, rain gear, warm clothes, blankets, baby and pet items, water, food, torch, something to attract attention, and valuables like photos and insurance or banking records.
  • Stay inside and be aware of rising floodwater.
  • People working or camping along the river should monitor river heights and be prepared to relocate to higher ground.
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For more information:


For emergency assistance during a flood, storm or tsunami call NSW SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).

Media enquiries: [email protected] or call 1800 067 234
Accessibility

The following services can help you, or someone you know, access information during an emergency:

  • To access this information in other languages, call the Translating and Interpreting Service on 131 450 and request NSW SES.
  • If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech/communication impairment contact the National Relay Service and ask them to call NSW SES.