Sussex Inlet tropical cyclone - Avoid the area
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NSW State Emergency Service
Watch and Act
Avoid the area
NSW SES advises people to AVOID THE FOLLOWING AREAS due to winnds, heavy rain, flooding, lots of fallen trees and powerlines caused by ex-Tropical Cyclone Moana:
- Sussex inlet and nearby areas
You should monitor the situation and avoid the area until further advised.
Queensland communities
This warning applies to communities in NSW. Emergency warnings and advice are issued separately by each state. For Queensland-specific warnings and advice, visit disaster.qld.gov.au/current-warnings.
What you need to do:
- Consider the consequences of road closures and allow extra travel time.
- Stay clear of fallen trees, power lines and any damaged buildings.
- Do not go sightseeing as this may hinder recovery efforts or put yourself and others at risk.
- If your roof or balcony has been struck by a fallen tree/branch or other large debris - stay clear and remain indoors if you can. It may have been structurally weakened, even if there is no obvious damage.
If you need support and access to recovery services, please: Call 0415593165
If you require transport for medical procedures or essential supplies, please call NSW SES on 132 500 and log your request for assistance.
A recovery centre has been established at:
- castle hill, Castle Hill RSL, Castle Street, Castle Hill NSW
For more information:
- Listen to your local ABC radio station which can be found at reception.abc.net.au
- Check your local media outlets such as radio, television and printed news for information, or visit Find a Station - NSW to find a local radio station.
- Download the Hazards Near Me app and set your watch zones to get warning information for your areas.
- Follow us on social media @NSWSES or visit our website at ses.nsw.gov.au
- Learn about your risk at NSW SES Local Information
- Check the latest weather, warnings, rainfall and river heights at Bureau of Meteorology
- Check road closures at Live Traffic NSW or 132 701 or your local Council.
- For information on mental health services and support contact the Mental Health Line 1800 011 511 or visit the NSW Health website
For emergency assistance during a flood, storm or tsunami call NSW SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).
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.