We have weathered floods before and I know that we will rise through this one again. Remember to stay in touch, listen to warnings, look out for your neighbours, family and friends and of course if it is flooded, forget it.
Our town is again preparing for a major flood with predictions of a 10.8 peak predicted. As I write this, the flood situation is unfolding. Warnings from the Bureau of Meteorology have indicated we may see levels of 10.8m at the Iron Bridge, the same as that of June 1952.
With this warning in mind, it is time to make sure you are ready – ensure you have stocked up on medicines, essential food items, pet care needs and the like.
Know the capacity of your property – whether it be rural or in town and take the necessary actions, raise pumps, move stock, put important papers up high. Protect your property if you are in an area that is likely to get water – sandbags are available through the SES, and delivery can be arranged if you need it.
It is likely that with an already saturated catchment, these waters may hang around for some time, so we may need to be patient. Until then, Forbes, stay safe and remember to call SES on 132 500 if you need assistance. In a life-threatening emergency ring 000.