Cobar 9 May 2025 severe weather - Seek shelter now
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NSW State Emergency Service
Emergency Warning
Seek shelter now
The NSW SES is advising people in the following area(s) to SEEK SHELTER NOW due to damaging winds, and heavy rains:
- Byron Coast
- Coffs Coast
- Macquarie Coast
What are we expecting?
Possible smoke haze in the central east during the morning and evening. Daytime temperatures above average in many parts, but a little below average in the far northeast.
Light and variable winds tending southeast to northeasterly along the coast in the afternoon. Hazardous surf conditions with deceptively powerful long period south to southeasterly swells.
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This event may change quickly. NSW SES will monitor the situation and update warnings if the situation changes.
What you need to do:
- Move or stay indoors clear of windows, bringing children and pets with you.
- If caught outdoors, shelter under sturdy cover away from lightning, hail, trees and power lines.
- Use stairs instead of lifts in severe weather. You may become trapped if the power goes out.
- If your roof or balcony is 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.
- Have your emergency kit and grab and go bag handy in case you lose power.
- If driving, put your hazard lights on and pull over to the side of the road keeping clear of low lying areas, drains, causeways, streams, creeks, trees and power lines.
- Contact family members, friends, or neighbours to ensure they are aware of the situation, and your location, if safe to do so.
For more information:
- Listen to your local ABC radio station which can be found at reception.abc.net.au
- 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 www.ses.nsw.gov.au
- Check latest weather and warnings at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/
- Check road closures at www.livetraffic.com.au or 132 701 or your local Council.
- Check disruptions to public transport at www.transportnsw.info/alerts or call the Transport Infoline on 131 500
- Find more information on power outages at www.energy.nsw.gov.au/households/guides-and-helpful-advice/electricity-supply-disruptions/what-do-during-electricity
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: media@ses.nsw.gov.au or call 1800 067 234