Council Helps Support SES Operations in Preparation for Cyclone Alfred

Recent apron upgrades completed at the Moree Regional Airport have aided in supporting the arrival of a Lockheed Martin C-130J-30 Super Hercules into Moree yesterday, ahead of the pending Cyclone Alfred due to make landfall today.

The Hercules arrived with supplies and equipment to help service the Northern Tablelands should any localised flooding occur from the additional rainfall that could come from Cyclone Alfred.

In the form of pre-empting localised flooding, Council is ready to assist State Emergency Service (SES), who are the lead agency in a flooding event.

Council has started to strategically position plant, equipment and gravel supplies within the Shire to ensure a swift response to minimise any disruption to the road network in case of localised flooding.

This preparedness will hopefully help the Shire recover more quickly should the cyclone bring heavy rainfall and flooding.

To find out more about Cyclone Alfred and receive warnings >>
Download the ‘Hazards Near Me’ App and set up ‘Watch Zones’ to receive warnings in real time  https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app
Visit www.ses.nsw.gov.au for the latest warnings and information.
Further information on Tropical Cyclone Alfred http://www.bom.gov.au/

Image - Lockheed Martin C-130J-30 Super Hercules