ACT SES Rivers Unit

7 members of Rivers SES unit are currently in Darwin and will be driving to Katherine tomorrow morning to assist with the cleanup after major flooding.

🌧️ Heavy rainfall is forecast to impact Canberra overnight tonight, with flash flooding possible.

📞 For emergency assistance in storms and floods, call 132 500. In a life threatening emergency, call 000.

It sure is wet out there Canberra ⛈️

Rain is expected to continue in the evening, with heavy rainfall leading to flash flooding possible.

The ACT State Emergency Service is reminding the community to stay safe:

⚠️Take it easy on the roads and drive to the conditions;
⛈Keep away from stormwater drains and catchments;
🚗Move your car under cover and away from trees;
🔒Secure or put away loose items;
🚧Never drive, walk or ride through floodwater.

If you need support during a storm or flood, call the ACT State Emergency Service on 132 500. Save Triple-Zero (000) for saving lives.

The weather situation can change rapidly, warnings are displayed on the ACT Emergency Services Agency website.

For more tips on being prepared, visit:
https://esa.act.gov.au/be-emergency-ready/storms

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⚠️ An ADVICE level warning is current for severe weather in the ACT.

You should continue to monitor conditions. You can find the latest updates at www.esa.act.gov.au