Parts of Paterson flooding - 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 below minor flooding:
- Properties on parts of Queen St, Maitland Rd, Martins Creek Rd, Tocal Rd and Railway St
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?
An emergency warning to evacuate was first issued 10:26pm 19 May 2025 for this area. Flooding is currently falling below minor.
It is still not safe to return. Continue to avoid flood-affected areas.
The Paterson River at Gostwyck Bridge is currently at 8.19 metres and falling below the minor flood level.
This event may change quickly. NSW SES will monitor the situation and update warnings if the situation changes.
What you need to do:
- Plan your route carefully to avoid flooded roads and allow extra travel time.
- Obey all signs about road closures and instructions from emergency services.
- Avoid storm drains and pipes, ditches, ravines and rivers.
- Never drive, walk, ride through, play or swim in floodwater - it is dangerous, toxic, and may void your car insurance. If it's flooded, forget it. Fines apply.
- Share this information with family, friends, and neighbours and help others prepare where possible.
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, 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.
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