General News
29 November, 2024
SES responds to 48 storm incidents
Severe thunderstorms on Thursday (November 28) afternoon and evening impacted many areas including Sydney, the Hunter, Illawarra, Central West Tablelands, North West Slopes, and Plains districts.
NSW SES volunteers were kept busy in Western Zone with 48 incidents, including large trees in Wellington which closed roads and damaged properties.
Looking further ahead, widespread showers are expected during Friday through to Sunday combining with possible thunderstorms.
A flood watch is in place for minor to moderate flooding for the following catchments:
Colo River minor flooding
Macdonald River
Castlereagh River minor flooding
Macquarie River to Bathurst minor flooding
Macquarie River d/s Burrendong Dam minor flooding
Bogan River minor flooding
Lachlan River to Cotton's Weir minor flooding
Belubula River minor to moderate flooding
Mandagery Creek minor flooding
Tumut River minor flooding
Upper Murrumbidgee River to Burrinjuck Dam and Cooma Ck minor flooding
Queanbeyan and Molonglo Rivers minor flooding
Flooding is dependent on thunderstorm and rainfall activity which will be closely monitored. For the latest information and warnings visit ses.nsw.gov.au
Operational Statistics:
Incidents across NSW during this weather event: 365
Flood Rescues: 0
Incidents by zone:
Metro Zone: 123
North Eastern Zone: 16
North Western Zone: 9
Northern Zone: 57
South Eastern Zone: 70
Southern Zone: 33
Western Zone: 48
State Headquarters: 9
Safety messages:
Prepare your homes ahead of the storms- clean your gutters, trim trees away from buildings.
Put away loose items in your yard which could be blown and cause damage during strong winds
Do not park your vehicles under trees or powerlines
If you come across a flooded road, please turn around and find an alternative route. Never drive, walk or play in flood waters.
Flash flooding can occur suddenly and without an official warning. Monitor rainfall in your areas and avoid travelling during heavy rain.
Avoid camping near water and under trees as rivers and creeks could rise quickly and without much warning as intense storm cells develop.
Download the Hazards Near Me App or visitses.nsw.gov.au to stay across any warnings
Check Live Traffic before embarking on any travel as roads may be damaged and closed.
For assistance from the NSW SES during floods or storms, call 132 500. For life threatening situations call Triple Zero (000).
