The NSW SES has received more than 10,390 calls and responded to more than 5,982 incidents as ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred continues to move inland, impacting the Northern Rivers and Mid North Coast of NSW.
Although Alfred has weakened to a Tropical Low, communities need to remain vigilant and not become complacent.
Emergency warnings advising people to evacuate are still in effect.
Check the official warnings on the NSW SES website or Hazards Near Me app for exact locations and maps.
As of 5am, Sunday 9 March, approximately 14,600 people are currently under emergency warnings across the state.
As of 5am, Sunday 9 March, approximately 31,200 dwellings are subject to warnings as a result of flooding, including watch and act & emergency warnings.
People should have a portable radio and are encouraged to listen to their emergency broadcaster for the latest information and updates
As weather conditions ease, NSW SES crews will begin to assess the damage.
Operational Statistics:
Incidents across NSW during this weather event: 5,976
Flood Rescues: 29
Incidents by zone in the last 24 hours: 915
- Metro Zone: 24
- North Eastern Zone: 828
- North Western Zone: 9
- Northern Zone: 39
- South Eastern Zone: 5
- Southern Zone: 4
- Western Zone: 2
- State Headquarters: 4
- Flood rescues: 17
Safety messages:
- Cease all unessential travel unless you are under an evacuation order.
- Flash flooding can occur suddenly and without an official warning. Monitor rainfall in your areas and avoid travelling during heavy rain.
- 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