The Public Information and Inquiry Centre (PIIC), has been activated to support the severe weather operation.
\nThe Public Information and Inquiry Centre can be contacted by calling 1800 227 228.
\nMembers of the public can contact the Public Information and Inquiry Centre for information relating the severe weather and flooding. It will operate on a 24 hours basis until at least 5pm on Monday (22 March 2021).
\nState Emergency Operations Controller, Deputy Commissioner Gary Worboys, has appealed for the public to not become complacent.
\n\u201cMembers of the public in the flood affected areas need to heed the warnings and advice of the NSW State Emergency Service and all emergency services.
\n\u201cOur message is clear \u2013 do not put your life or that of emergency service personnel in danger.
\n\u201cFloodwater is extremely dangerous as it can have fast moving undercurrents that can wash people and vehicles away.
\nEveryone should always remember to never drive, ride or walk through floodwater,\u201d Deputy Commissioner Worboys said.
\nFor the latest on road closures members of the community can visit the website www.livetraffic.com or contact their local councils.
\nMembers of the public in flood affected areas should continue to listen to local radio stations, or check the websites listed below.
\nIt should be noted this inquiry hotline does not replace the State Emergency Service emergency hotline.
\nMembers of the public seeking emergency assistance during a flood or storm should call the NSW State Emergency Service on 132 500, or visit their website www.ses.nsw.gov.au
\nFor all other emergencies, the public are advised to contact Triple Zero.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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