Current information as of 8.20pm, Tuesday 8 March 2022
Weather Forecast
The Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) has advised that the East Coast Low is continuing to slowly deepen and is expected to track to the south-southeast coast overnight and Wednesday, taking it gradually further offshore. This system is forecast to bring heavy rainfall and damaging winds across the central and southern coast, ranges and hinterland, with conditions gradually easing overnight and during Wednesday.
Flood warnings are in place for the Shoalhaven River, St Georges Basin, Sussex Inlet.
Visit BoM for all weather warnings and forecasts.
Evacuation Orders
Evacuation orders currently exist for:
- St Georges Basin
- Sussex Inlet
Visit the SES Website to read the full evacuation order.
Evacuation Centres
Local evacuation centres are NOW OPEN to assist you during the floods. These are located at:
- Bomaderry Bowling Club, 154 Meroo Road, BOMBADERRY.
- Sussex Inlet Bowling Club, St Georges Avenue, SUSSEX INLET.
If you have evacuated your home, please register your location to let people know you are safe.
Differences between an EVACUATION WARNING and an EVACUATION ORDER
What is an Evacuation WARNING?
When flooding is likely to cut evacuation routes or inundate property, the NSW SES may issue an Evacuation Warning as a ‘heads up’ to prepare for possible future evacuation.
What is an Evacuation ORDER?
When you are required to evacuate, the NSW SES will issue an Evacuation Order advising people of what they are to do and where to go. There are a number of ways you might hear about the need to evacuate, including, but not limited to, door knock (by SES or other emergency services), through radio stations, or by automated telephone and/or SMS.
If an Evacuation Order is issued, you must evacuate immediately. You should try to seek shelter with family or friends well away from flood impacted areas.
Visit the SES Website for more.
Road and Transport Closures
Many local roads are closed due to flooding and damage. Visit our Local Live Traffic map for live updates on traffic conditions - bit.ly/scclivetraffic
Motorists are reminded to NEVER drive through floodwater, always follow the directions of emergency services and take extreme care as conditions are changing quickly.
Comerong Island Ferry is temporarily closed to non-residents.
Dangerous Surf Conditions and Poor Water Quality
The BoM has issued a hazardous surf warning for the south coast. People are advised to stay out of the water and avoid walking near surf-exposed areas. Rock fishers should avoid coastal rock platforms exposed to the ocean and boaters should consider changing or delaying their voyage. Beach water quality is likely to be poor at all locations.
Don't swim in flood water
Never ride or walk through floodwater and stay clear of overflowing stormwater drains and outlets. Flood water can be deceptive and dangerous. Water is often fast flowing and may be polluted with waste water, hidden obstacles and debris under the surface.
Lake and River Entrance Openings
All Council managed lake and river entrance openings are open. Shoalhaven Heads Entrance and Lake Tabourie were mechanically opened to reduce the risk of flooding. Swan Lake recently opened naturally.
Current Dam Levels (6:30pm 8/3/22)
Bamarang Dam – 139mm above Top Water Level (TWL)
Danjera Dam – (Not Known – Loss of Power)
Porters Creek Dam – 108mm above TWL
Tallowa Dam (Water NSW owned) – 1940mm above TWL.
Cambewarra Dam – 620mm above TWL
Waste Collection
Kerbside waste collection vehicles have been unable to service some areas due to road closures caused by flooding. Missed bin collection services will return once roads are accessible again.
Kangaroo Valley Recycling and Waste Depot is temporarily closed due to road closures and staff unable to travel to the Depot and as a result, it will be closed until further notice.
Customer Service Centre
Due to flooding and road closures, our customer service centres at Nowra and Ulladulla have limited staff and are operating at reduced capacity. Please log your request online and we'll respond to it as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Emergency Assistance
For assistance due to flash flooding and storm damage, call NSW SES on 132 500. For life-threatening emergencies including rescue, call 000
Follow your local NSW SES Facebook page for specific updates within your community:
NSW SES South Eastern Zone
NSW SES Nowra Unit
NSW SES Ulladulla Unit
NSW SES St Georges Basin Unit