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Singleton Airport (Minor change - same action statement) Severe Weather - Stay indoors

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NSW State Emergency Service

NSW State Emergency Service

Watch and Act

Stay indoors

Watch and Act

The NSW SES is advising people in the following areas to STAY INDOORS due to damaging winds, and severe thunderstorm:

  • Byron Coast
  • Coffs Coast
  • Macquarie Coast
There are no significant tropical lows in the region and none are expected to develop during the next seven days.

Likelihood of a tropical cyclone in the Western Region on:
Saturday: Very Low
Sunday: Very Low
Monday: Very Low

You should monitor the situation as it is constantly changing.


What are we expecting?

The Bureau of Meteorology advises surf and swell conditions are expected to be hazardous for coastal activities such as rock fishing, boating, and swimming in the Byron Coast, Coffs Coast and Macquarie Coast.

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


What you need to do:

  • Move or stay indoors clear of windows, bringing children and pets with you.
  • If you must travel, consider the consequences of road conditions and closures and make alternate arrangements for work, children, and travel.
  • 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 caught outdoors, shelter under sturdy cover away from lightning, hail, falling branches.
  • Stay clear of fallen trees, power lines and damaged buildings.

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