Mt Canobolas and surrounds snow - Avoid the area
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NSW State Emergency Service
Watch and Act
Avoid the area
The NSW SES advises people to AVOID THE FOLLOWING AREAS due to current heavy snow, ice and fog:
- Mt Canobolas
- Canobolas State Forest
- Campsites and recreation areas in and around the Mt Canobolas area
Mount Canobolas is CLOSED to all visitors
Parts of Mount Canobolas Road are closed
Towac Way is closed
Mitchells Way is closed
Parts of Pinnacle Road are closed
You should monitor the situation and avoid the area until further advised. There may be damaged infrastructure and dangerous hazards within the area.
What are we expecting?
The NSW SES advises these weather conditions may cause:
- Further road closures may occur
- Trees may be impacted by high winds being experienced
This event may change quickly. NSW SES will monitor the situation and update warnings if the situation changes.
What you need to do:
- Do not go sightseeing as this may put yourself and others at risk.
- Obey all signs about road closures and instructions from emergency services.
- Stay clear of fallen trees, power lines and any damaged buildings.
- Avoid unnecessary travel. If you do need to travel, plan to avoid potentially snow affected roads and consider different ways to get to where you need to go.
- Share this information with family, friends, and neighbours.
- Driving in snow or icy conditions requires a high level of concentration, skill and a lot of patience. Only drive through snow or ice if it is essential.
- Beware the dangers of black ice when driving or walking on hard surfaces. Reduce your speed and exercise caution.
- If you become stranded when driving, keep your engine running, put your hazard lights on and remain with the vehicle after calling for help.
For more information:
- Listen to your local ABC radio station which can be found at reception.abc.net.au
- 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 and warnings at www.bom.gov.au/nsw
- Check road closures at www.livetraffic.com.au or 132 701 or your local Council.
- Check your energy provider's website for information on power outages.
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