FMI Region 9 Severe Weather - Prepare now
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NSW State Emergency Service
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Prepare now
The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to PREPARE NOW for forecast heavy rains and thunderstorms:
- 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. We will monitor the situation and update our warnings if the situation changes.
What you need to do:
- Trim trees and branches that could potentially fall on your home or property.
- Park your car under secure cover and away from trees, powerlines and drains.
- Secure or put away items, such as outdoor furniture, trampolines and roofing iron that could blow around in strong winds.
- Prepare an emergency kit in case you lose power or need to leave your home.
- Monitor warnings issued by NSW SES on their website and Facebook page and check the latest weather information from the Bureau of Meteorology online.
For more information:
- Listen to your local radio station and monitor other media, including social media, for further information, updates and advice.
- Listen to 123.4 FM
- Follow us on social media @NSWSES or visit our website at www.ses.nsw.gov.au
- Learn about your risk at ses.nsw.gov.au/knowyourrisk/
- Check latest weather and warnings at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/
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