Important Information

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Official flood warnings are provided by the Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) and the SES is the lead agency for any emergency response. Always check their websites first for information about flood warnings and preparedness. Council’s main role is managing infrastructure and services impacted by floodwater. We also play a role in supporting the emergency management process. During such times, SES is the lead agency, and we will take their directives.

 

EVACUATION CENTRE

Should evacuation be required, please check back here for details.

During the 2022 floods, an Evacuation Centre was opened at the stadium to support the region, including Deniliquin, Moama, Barham and smaller villages with:

  • Registration of evacuated people,
  • Supply of beds, meals, toilets, first aid, counselling and support services,
  • Companion and larger animal shelter

 

PREPARATION AND PLANNING

If you live in flood-prone areas, ensure you have a flood plan up to date and ready to implement it if required.

During flood events, things can change quickly, so be sure to stay informed, look out for each other and know who to call!

 

SANDBAG LOCATIONS AND VOLUNTEERING

Should sandbagging be required, please check back here for details. 

 

OUR TOP TIPS

STAY CALM. STAY INFORMED. GET PREPARED

  • Follow the NSW SES for the latest information on warnings.
  • Stay up to date on the weather conditions through the Bureau of Meteorology.
  • If you need assistance with flood or storm damage, call the NSW SES on 132 500.
  • In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).
  • Also monitor Council's websites and Facebook posts for road closure updates.
  • Never drive, ride or walk in flood waters.
  • Please share this information
DO NOT LEAVE IT TOO LATE
  • Review and enact your flood plans – don’t wait.
  • Move belongings and animals to higher ground.
  • Help out. Look out for the elderly and the vulnerable.