As heavy rain continues to fall across the Upper Hunter, the SES has issued an evacuation order for parts of Scone.
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The NSW SES is directing people in the following area(s) to EVACUATE BEFORE 4:00 am Sun 03 Aug due to recent heavy rainfall causing major flooding:
- Aberdeen Street
- Kingdon Street
- St Aubins Street
- Susan Street
- Parker Street
- Mount Street
Evacuation Centre in Scone is open at: Basketball Stadium - Cnr Hill & Susan St, Scone
Evacuation Information
You should evacuate to stay with family, friends, or alternate accommodation in areas unaffected by flooding.
If you remain in the area, you may become trapped without power, water, and other essential services. It may be too dangerous for NSW SES to rescue you, and buildings may not be able to withstand the impact of flood water.
What are we expecting?
Due to major river rises, residents are asked to evacuate before 4:00.
This event may change quickly. NSW SES will monitor the situation and update warnings if the situation changes.
A Watch and Act has also been issued for
The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to PREPARE TO ISOLATE due to predictions that the Hunter River is experiencing Minor flooding:
- Satur
- Middle Brook
- Aberdeen and Surrounds
