As a result of heavy rainfall over the past 48 hours, the Bureau of Meteorology has advised that a moderate flood is expected in the St Georges Basin area at approximately 10am on Wednesday 26/8/15. The NSW State Emergency Service is directing residents within the streets listed in this warning to evacuate as soon as practical.

It is expected that low lying areas of the following streets will be affected:

Do not delay your evacuation. Roads may become be congested or closed. You could become trapped and need rescue. Remaining in flooded areas is dangerous and may place your life at risk.

Wherever possible, people should go and stay with family or friends, or make other accommodation arrangements. An evacuation centre has been established at the Country Club 11 Paradise Beach Rd, Sanctuary Point.

If you require assistance with evacuation, call the NSW SES on 132 500.

As you evacuate you should;

For emergency help in floods and storms, call the NSW SES on 132 500

With reference to the flood evacuation orders that were issued for parts of Sussex Inlet and for parts of Sanctuary Point. SES and other emergency personnel are door knocking affected properties. If you are door knocked please go to the nearest evacuation centre or arrange to stay with family and friends. 

If you require assistance to evacuate, please alert the crew who door knock you or call 132 500 for assistance. 

Remaining in your home places at risk your safety and that of those who may need to rescue you if conditions worsen or there is a medical emergency.