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Flood — Emergency Warning
Camden flooding - Move to higher ground

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NSW State Emergency Service

NSW State Emergency Service

Emergency Warning

Move to higher ground

Emergency Warning

The NSW SES is advising people in the following area(s) to MOVE TO HIGHER GROUND due to Flood moderate flooding:

  • Camden

Rising floodwater is making it unsafe to evacuate the area. You should immediately go Test. Move as high above ground as possible. You may now be trapped without power, water, and other essential services and it may be dangerous for NSW SES to rescue you.

What are we expecting?

The Bureau of Meteorology advises asdada

Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas are now impacted by dangerous floodwaters:

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What you need to do:

  • Gather your essential possessions. These might include mobile phone, charger, battery-powered radio, medicine, rain gear, warm clothes, blankets, baby and pet items, water, food, torch, something to attract attention, and valuables like photos and insurance or banking records.
  • Advise family and friends of your location.
  • Keep moving to stay above the rising water level if necessary.
  • Do not start driving in affected areas during flash flooding. If you are already driving, avoid flooded roads and find the highest nearby place to stop. Flash flooding can cause cars to stall, fill with water, or be swept away.
  • Relocate waste containers, chemicals, and poisons well above floor level.
  • Do not enter floodwater as there is a high risk you may be swept away. Consider alternative ways to evacuate if possible.

For more information:

For emergency assistance during a flood, storm or tsunami, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).

Media enquiries: [email protected] or call 1800 067 234