8am weather and flooding update
22nd March 2021
8am MONDAY: FLOOD AND WEATHER UPDATE
The Bureau of Meteorology is predicting heavy rain will continue in the area today and possibly worsen tomorrow. Low-level flooding is occurring in low-lying areas but we don't have any major dramas at this stage.
All schools in the area are open.
Trains between Sydney and Newcastle are still suspended. Buses are running between Broadmeadow and Morisset stations.
Newcastle Airport is closed, due mainly to flooding on the main access roads.
For more info:
Local road closures: https://www.lakemac.com.au/For-residents/Roads/Road-closures
School updates:
Weather: Bureau of Meteorology
Life-threatening emergencies, dial 000
Stay safe and stay dry!