Friday 28 February 2014

SES Weather

The State Emergency Service is being kept on its toes today with significant rainfall across the Hunter.

A minor flood warning has been issued by the Weather Bureau for Lake Macquarie, with more than 200mm of rain recorded at Cooranbong and Blacksmiths.

There are reports of flash flooding around Swansea and Dora Creek.

The SES has received 63 calls for assistance, mainly related to localised flooding.

Anyone requiring emergency assistance may ring 132 500.