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NSW State Emergency Service

NSW State Emergency Service

Emergency Warning

Evacuate now

Emergency Warning

The NSW SES is directing people in the following area(s) to EVACUATE NOW due to fast moving major flooding:

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You must evacuate now because roads will be closed by 5:00pm

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 are unable to find accommodation, Evacuation centres have been set up at:

  • Castle Hill RSL, Castle Hill RSL Club, Castle Street, Castle Hill NSW

If you remain in the area, you may become trapped without power, water, 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.

What are we expecting?

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Once the flood water reaches 7 metres, expected at 5:30 pm Tue 18 Jul, safe evacuation routes are likely to be cut off.

This event may change quickly. We will monitor the situation and update our warnings if the situation changes.

What you need to do:

  • If you have a Home and/or Business Emergency Plan, use it now. [STAGING UPDATE 7 JUL]
  • 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.
  • Oyster Lease Operators are advised to monitor the rivers for possible rises and be ready to move equipment.
  • Never drive, walk, ride through, play or swim in floodwater - it is dangerous, toxic, and may void your car insurance. If it's flooded, forget it. Fines apply.
  • Obey all signs about road closures and instructions from emergency services.

For more information:

For emergency help in floods, storms and tsunamis, call the NSW State Emergency Service on 132 500. In life threatening situations, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

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