Flood Warning Amid Severe Winds in the Highlands: What You Need to Know
Flood Warning: Highlands Face Severe Winds
Flood warning alerts are in effect as severe winds have wreaked havoc across the Highlands, leading to widespread power outages. According to the Wingecarribee Shire Council, these outages have significantly impacted both water and sewage systems.
Impacts on Water and Sewage Treatment
Recent reports indicate that the severe wind gusts have disrupted operations at the Glenquarry water treatment plant and the Bowral and Bundanoon sewage treatment plants. Power outages there have resulted in decreased water production and wastewater management. In response, the council has deployed four mobile generators to assist in maintaining critical infrastructure.
- Widespread outages reported in Bowral, Bundanoon, Mittagong, and Hill Top.
- Emergency services working diligently to restore systems.
- Residents advised to minimize water usage during this critical period.
Contact Information
If you experience any issues, you can reach out to the Wingecarribee Shire Council Customer Service at (02) 4868 0888 or email mail@wsc.nsw.gov.au.
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