The Public Enquiry line is now closed.
In response to the wild weather, the Public Information and Inquiry Centre has been activated to support the multi-agency response to tropical Cyclone Alfred.
The Public Information and Inquiry Centre can be contacted on 1800 227 228.
Anyone can call this number for information relating to severe weather and flooding anticipated when the cyclone makes landfall.
It will operate on a 24-hour basis until the weather system abates.
It should be noted this inquiry hotline does not replace the State Emergency Service emergency hotline.
The NSW Police Force has also activated the Register Find Reunite capability. This helps displaced people register that they are safe.
Police encourage those within the impacted flood areas to register their movements using the Australian Red Cross’ Register, Find, Reunite service.
Find the Register, Find, Reunite website here.
It is a service that registers, finds and reunites family, friends and loved ones after an emergency. It allows people to:
State Emergency operations controller Deputy Commissioner Peter Thurtell has appealed for the public to not be complacent.
“Our message is clear – do not put your life or that of emergency service personnel in danger.
“Floodwater is extremely dangerous as it can have fast moving undercurrents that can wash people and vehicles away.
For the latest on road closures members of the community can visit the website www.livetraffic.com or contact their local councils.
Members 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
For all other emergencies, call triple zero.
