Regression HW 3.9 flooding - Evacuate before 12:15 pm Fri 15 May
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Emergency Warning
Evacuate before 12:15 pm Fri 15 May
NSW SES is directing people in the following area(s) to EVACUATE BEFORE 12:15 pm Fri 15 May due to test moderate flooding:
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Evacuation Information
Use the following evacuation route to move to safety outside the flood affected area:
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You should evacuate to stay with family, friends, or alternate accommodation in areas unaffected by flooding.
If you remain in the area, you may become trapped without power, water, internet and other essential services. It may be too dangerous for NSW SES to rescue you, and buildings may not be able to withstand the impact of flood water.
This emergency warning was first issued Tuesday 12 May 12:15 pm. It has been updated based on extended flood predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology. If you are located in the warning area, you were warned to Move to higher ground.
It is not safe to return. Continue to avoid flood-affected areas.
Victorian communities
This warning is for communities in NSW. Floods have different impacts on either side of the Murray River. For information and warnings relevant to Victoria, visit emergency.vic.gov.au or call 1800 226 226. Always follow advice from your State's emergency services.
What are we expecting?
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Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas may be impacted by dangerous floodwaters:
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Once the flood water reaches 23 metres, expected at 12:15 pm Fri 15 May, safe evacuation routes are likely to be cut off.
This event may change quickly. NSW SES will monitor the situation and update warnings if the situation changes.
What you need to do:
- If you have a Home or Business Emergency Plan, follow it.
- Gather your possessions for evacuation. 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.
- Gather your pet(s) and companion animals for safe travel.
- Relocate waste containers, chemicals, and poisons well above floor level.
- The safest option is to evacuate as early as possible to avoid additional hazards. Do not wait until the last minute.
- Immediately move to a safer location away from present and potential flooding. Travel to the home of family or friends who are in a safe location away from present and potential flooding.
- If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over on higher ground away from trees, drains, low-lying areas, and floodwater. Find alternative travel routes if roads or underpasses are flooded.
- Be aware of road hazards including mud, debris, and damaged roads or bridges.
- Avoid storm drains and pipes, ditches, ravines, creeks, and rivers.
- If there is a flooded road, turn around, find a safer way or wait until floods ease.
- Obey all signs about road closures and instructions from emergency services.
- People working or camping along the river should monitor river heights and be prepared to relocate to higher ground.
- Farmers should consider moving livestock and machinery to higher ground that will not become an island.
- Oyster Lease Operators are advised to monitor the rivers for possible rises and be ready to move equipment.
- All campers and caravans relocate away from the sites next to water courses
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.
- For current evacuation centres see During an emergency - Evacuation Centres. This includes all evacuation centre locations, opening hours, and details on companion animals.
- 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.
- Check disruptions to public transport at Transport NSW Travel Alerts or call the Transport Infoline on 131 500
- If you are a primary producer and need assistance with livestock management, please call the Agricultural and Animal Services hotline on 1800 814 647
- Contact your Local Land Services Office for rural and animal livestock assistance on 1300 795 299 or visit Local Land Services - Supporting landholders during emergencies
- For information on temporary school closures in your area, check NSW Department of Education School Operational Status
- 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.