"Close to coast" tropical cyclone - Prepare to shelter
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Prepare to shelter
NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to PREPARE TO SHELTER due to Tropical Cyclone Narelle forming off the New South Wales coast:
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What are we expecting?
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When the cyclone gets close to the coast:
- Very strong winds could knock down trees, powerlines, blow roofs off some houses, and blow away anything not tied down outside.
- Power, phones, internet and water might stop working.
- Heavy rain and storm surge may cause flooding in some places.
- Roads could be blocked by fallen trees, powerlines or flood water. Some communities might be isolated.
- Shops will close when the cyclone gets closer.
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What you need to do:
- Cover any windows in your safe room with a mattress or heavy blankets. This will protect you if the window breaks.
- If the roof comes off, shelter under your mattress and blankets.
- Stay in your safe place until you are told it is safe. This could take several hours.
- Keep pets in a safe place inside.
- Keep all doors and windows closed.
For more information:
- Listen to your local ABC radio station which can be found at reception.abc.net.au
- Check your local media outlets such as radio, television and printed news for information, or visit Find a Station - NSW to find a local radio station.
- Download the Hazards Near Me app and set your watch zones to get warning information for your areas.
- Follow us on social media @NSWSES or visit our website at ses.nsw.gov.au
- Learn about your risk at NSW SES Local Information
- Check the latest weather, warnings, rainfall and river heights at Bureau of Meteorology
- Check road closures at Live Traffic NSW or 132 701 or your local Council.
- For information on mental health services and support contact the Mental Health Line 1800 011 511 or visit the NSW Health website
For emergency assistance during a flood, storm or tsunami call NSW SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).
Media enquiries: [email protected] or call 1800 067 234
Accessibility
The following services can help you, or someone you know, access information during an emergency:
- To access this information in other languages, call the Translating and Interpreting Service on 131 450 and request NSW SES.
- If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech/communication impairment contact the National Relay Service and ask them to call NSW SES.