On an online video to the community at 6pm today, Wednesday, March 5, the SES said it was expecting the situation to worsen as Cyclone Alfred comes closer to the coast.
For residents who live in areas of flash flooding and riverine flooding, the SES advised people to “make a decision to evacuate early.”
Families should have the conversation now about evacuation and not leave it until the last minute, SES said.
More evacuation centres opened today, Wednesday, March 5
In Richmond Valley people can go to:
Coraki Public School
Casino Showgrounds
Evans Head RSL
In Kyogle LGA go to:
Kyogle Memorial Institute Hall
Bonalbo Memorial Hall is ready but not yet open
There is also evac centre at Southern Cross University in Lismore.
If you are told to evacuate:
You may be told to evacuate by text message, a phone call to your landline, someone at your door, or a warning siren.
Follow the instructions to leave immediately. Grab your emergency kit if you have one, and supplies for 3 to 7 days.
Assist household members who need extra help evacuating.
Tell your neighbours and friends of your decision and assist them, if you can.
If there’s time before you leave, turn off the power, gas, water, and lock doors and windows.
Stay with friends or family in a safe location, if you can, or in rented accommodation.
Check evacuation routes are open via Live Traffic