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Coastal Erosion — Advice
Rainbow Coast coastal erosion - Return with caution

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NSW State Emergency Service

NSW State Emergency Service

Advice

Return with caution

Advice

The NSW SES advises you may now RETURN WITH CAUTION to the following area(s):

  • Byron Coast
  • Coffs Coast
  • Macquarie Coast

What you need to do:

  • Check your house or property for damage. If your property has been affected - stay clear. It may have been structurally weakened, even if there is no obvious damage.
  • Stay out of the water and away from areas exposed to damaging surf.
  • Stay clear of fallen trees, power lines and any damaged buildings.
  • If safe to do so, check on neighbours who may require assistance.
  • Do not stand near or at the bottom of eroding cliffs and dunes.
  • Custom A
  • Custom B

If you need support and access to recovery services, please: Call 13 32 22

If you require transport for medical procedures or essential supplies, please call NSW SES on 132 500 and log your request for assistance.


For more information:


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

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

For any additional information please call the Public Information and Inquiry Centre (PIIC) on 1800 227 228