Telegraph Point- The Hatch, Blackmans Point flooding - Shelter now
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NSW State Emergency Service
Emergency Warning
Shelter now
The NSW SES is advising people in the following area(s) to SHELTER NOW due to rising flooding:
- Properties along Mooney Street, Telegraph Point Road and Hacks Ferry Road.
- Properties along East Road, Hosking Road, Blackmans Point Road, Elfords Road, The Hatch Road and Mcmillan Drive.
It is now too late to leave safely as evacuation routes are likely to be cut off. Seek shelter in a sturdy raised structure that can be safely accessed. You may now be trapped without power, water, and other essential services and it may be too dangerous for NSW SES to rescue you.
What are we expecting?
This emergency warning to Shelter Now was first issued at 18:05 on the 21/05/2025. It has been updated based on flood predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology.
If you are located in the warning area, NSW SES advises that you continue to shelter in place.
Do not enter floodwater.
Do not enter a roof cavity as you may become trapped.
Continued widespread rainfall may cause flooding within the areas of Telegraph Point - The Hatch and Blackmans Point.
A Severe Weather Warning is current for heavy rainfall, for the Mid North Coast. The situation is being closely monitored, and warnings will be updated as necessary.
This event may change quickly. NSW SES will monitor the situation and update warnings if the situation changes.
What you need to do:
- If you have a Home or Business Emergency Plan, follow it. Otherwise, have a conversation and plan for what you will do and take with you if you need to evacuate.
- Gather your essential possessions. These might include mobile phone, charger, battery-powered radio, medicine, rain gear, warm clothes, blankets, baby and pet items, water, food, torch, something to attract attention, and valuables like photos and insurance or banking records.
- Stay inside and be aware of rising floodwater.
- People working or camping along the river should monitor river heights and be prepared to relocate to higher ground.
- If floodwater comes inside, move to a higher point such as a kitchen bench or second storey. Do not enter your roof cavity unless you have a safe exit point.
- Contact family members, friends, or neighbours to ensure they are aware of the situation, and your location, if safe to do so.
- Advise family and friends of your location.
- If you require resupply, contact NSW SES on 132 500
For more information:
- Listen to your local ABC radio station which can be found at reception.abc.net.au
- ABC Mid North Coast 684 AM Kempsey
- Download the Hazards Near Me app and set your watch zones to get warning information for your areas.
- Follow us on social media @NSWSES or visit our website at www.ses.nsw.gov.au
- Learn about your risk at www.ses.nsw.gov.au/knowyourrisk
- Check latest weather, warnings, rainfall and river heights at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/
- Check road closures at www.livetraffic.com.au or 132 701 or your local Council.
- Check disruptions to public transport at www.transportnsw.info/alerts or call the Transport Infoline on 131 500
- Contact your Local Land Services Office for rural animal and livestock assistance at lls.nsw.gov.au or call 1300 795 299
- For information on temporary school closures in your area, check www.education.nsw.gov.au/schooling/school-operational-status
For emergency assistance during a flood, storm or tsunami, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).
Media enquiries: media@ses.nsw.gov.au or call 1800 067 234