FLOOD WARNING – DUBBO. UPDATE, 5pm Friday 16 September 2022
Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) working closely with SES, Transport for NSW and local Police will close the Emile Serisier Bridge when water begins to flow over the deck.
To account for the extra traffic movements on the LH Ford Bridge, following the closure of the Emile Serisier Bridge, traffic will not be able to enter Cobra Street from adjoining streets. Access to Cobra Street will be via Wheelers Lane Dubbo only.
Bligh Street Dubbo has now been closed to all traffic.
If commuters have parked their vehicles in the Bligh Street area, please move them as soon as possible.
Community members are encouraged to stay informed via the following channels.
- Visit www.ses.nsw.gov.au or follow local units on Facebook
- Local road closures: www.dubbo.nsw.gov.au/flood
- The ABC radio is the emergency broadcaster for any emergency announcements
- For the latest Weather, Warnings, Rainfall and River heights visit www.bom.gov.au or
phone 1300 945 108
- For rural animal and livestock assistance, contact your Local Land Services Office
on 1300 795 299 or visit www.lls.nsw.gov.au
Do not enter flood waters. For emergencies call 000.
ENDS
Last Edited: 17 Jul 2023