Tag: state emergency service
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Mid Coast island communities prepare for the next flood disaster
The State Emergency Service says preparation for floods must lie with residents, not just its orange army. Volunteers today hosted a workshop at Manning Point – part of a community driven response to get ready for the next disaster.
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MID COAST REGION BRACING FOR MORE HEAVY RAIN
Parts of the Mid Coast region today experienced minor flooding. More than 120 millimetres fell overnight, causing the Manning River to rise at Taree, Wingham and Croki. While Failford Road, near Forster, and Railway Street in Taree remain closed. The State Emergency Service is urging the community to stay on high alert with heavy showers…
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FLOOD FORUM SERIES HEADS TO WINGHAM AND TAREE
Improved flood preparation, response and transition to recovery is on the agenda at a special forum in Wingham tonight. It’s the latest hosted by the State Emergency Service which played a crucial role during the Mid North Coast floods in March. Locals are invited to share their feedback and experiences from the disaster, at Wingham…