Power outages in Sydney, Central Coast, wind speed intensifies; SES NSW evacuation orders issued for Wamberal, The Entrance, Burril Lake, Sanctuary Point
The SES is telling travellers to take extra caution on the roads this morning, with 28 active warnings in place across the state.
“These incidents are a timely reminder that roads are slippery, and conditions can become dangerous quickly,” acting Assistant Commissioner Flaxman said.
“Please never drive, walk or play in floodwaters. If you do come across a flooded road, turn around and find an alternative route.”
Of the 28 warnings in place, seven are emergency warnings advising residents to evacuate their homes on the Central Coast and South Coast.
The weather event as captured on the Himawari satellite on Tuesday afternoon.Credit: Weatherzone
Minor to moderate flooding is possible on coastal catchments and in the Hawkesbury Nepean Valley.
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued an initial minor to moderate flood warning for the Hawkesbury and Nepean Rivers at Menangle and Camden, as well as an initial minor flood warning for the St Georges Basin at Sussex Inlet.
Residents of Wamberal and North Entrance were asked to evacuate due to dangerous waves, which could significantly damage buildings. NSW SES Volunteers door-knocked the affected residents and advised them to evacuate before high tide as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of residents.
