Flood warning for Chittaway Point

The NSW SES issued a warning about predicted possible flooding on the Wyong River and Tuggerah Lake at Chittaway Point on Friday, April 5.

Residents were advised to monitor warnings issued on the SES website and Facebook page, listen to the local ABC radio station and check the latest weather information from the Bureau of Meteorology online.

“As current weather conditions continue we may see low lying areas and some roads in and around Chittaway Point experience inundation,” the warning said.

Residents were advised to review their Home and/or Business Emergency Plan or plan what to do and take with them if they need to evacuate.

Consider the consequences of road and bridge closures and water over roads and make alternate arrangements for work, children, and travel.

Obey all signs about road closures and instructions from emergency services.

Never drive, walk, ride through, play or swim in flood water – it is dangerous, toxic, and may void your car insurance.

If it’s flooded, forget it; fines may apply.

Avoid storm drains and pipes, ditches, ravines, creeks, and rivers.

People in areas likely to be impacted by flooding should raise their assets, including waste and chemical containers above expected flood heights.

If you are likely to be isolated due to flooding, stock up on essential items now.

Follow social media @NSWSES or visit www.ses.nsw.gov.au

Check latest weather, warnings, rainfall and river heights at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/

Check road closures at livetraffic.com.au or 132 701 or with Central Coast Council.

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.