In the last 24 hours, the NSW SES responded to 158 incidents, including one flood rescue involving a car driving into floodwaters.
All emergency warnings have been downgraded, with 32 Watch and Act or Advice level warnings in place from Crescent head to the Queensland border.
While emergency warnings have been downgraded and many people are returning home, some communities from the West of Port Macquarie, through to the Upper and Lower Clarence and into the Northern Rivers remain isolated by flooded roads.
The overall number of isolated properties is dynamically changing as flood water recedes. Over the last 24 hours, isolations have occurred at Palmers Island, Palmers Road, Cedar Creek, Mulquimneys Rd Fiddler’s Creek, Stokers Siding, Commissioners Creek, Dum Dum and Dunbible, Billinudgel and the Pocket and parts of Lower Kangaroo and Middle Creek.
NSW SES has received more than 75 requests for resupply, with boats and helicopters dropping essential food, water and medical supplies to the isolated communities.
Meanwhile, NSW SES is leading 50 multi-agency crews as they assess the damage caused by Ex Tropical Cyclone Alfred across the Northern Rivers.
More than 2,200 rapid damage assessments have been completed in the Tweed and Coffs areas, Lismore, Bellingen, Cassino, Arrawarra and Grafton regions.
Those who need urgent medical, food or water supplies can contact the NSW SES on 132 500 and we can assist with deliveries.
For the most up to date information, download the hazards near me app or visit the NSW SES website.
Operational Statistics:
- Incidents across NSW during this weather event: 7,535
- Flood Rescues: 89
Incidents by zone in the last 24 hours: 158
- Metro Zone: 12
- North Eastern Zone: 118
- North Western Zone: 3
- Northern Zone: 19
- South Eastern Zone: 3
- Southern Zone: 3
- Western Zone: 0
- State Headquarters: 0
Safety messages:
- We are encouraging people returning to their homes to exercise caution and to make sure their properties are safe and to check for damage and any potential dangers before entering.
- Many roadways have been affected by flooding, landslips, and potholes and can be dangerous.
- Never drive, walk, ride through, play or swim in flood water. If you come across a flooded road, turn around and find an alternative route.
- Download the Hazards Near Me App or visit ses.nsw.gov.au to stay across the latest warnings and information.
- The NSW SES is available to assist communities 24/7.
- Call the NSW SES on 132 500 if you need assistance during a flood, storm or tsunami. In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).
Media enquiries: NSW SES Media on 1800 067 234