Byron Community Centre is committed to providing vital information and resources to help the community prepare for and respond to disasters including floods, storms and bushfires. Stay informed take precautions and check in on those who may need extra support.
Byron Shire Emergency Dashboard
SES Warnings & Advice
BOM Live Weather Updates & River Heights
Road Closures: livetraffic.com.au or call 132 701ABC Emergency Radio: FM 94.5 / AM 720
SES Social Media Updates: Facebook / Instagram
NSW Emergency Assistance: Call 132 500 (storms or floods)
Life-Threatening Emergencies: Call 000
Have an Emergency Plan
Know your risk and evacuation routes
Check in on neighbours, the elderly and vulnerable
Keep an Emergency Kit ready: Essential documents, medications and supplies
If camping or near rivers monitor conditions and be ready to relocate
Evacuation centres are activated as needed and managed by the NSW Department of Communities and Justice. Stay updated via SES Website and Emergency Dashboard.
Disasters can take a toll on mental health. If you need support reach out to local services or call:
Disaster Welfare Assistance Line – 1800 018 444
Lifeline – 13 11 14 (24/7 support)
Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636
Connect to Wellbeing – 1300 160 339
Mensline – 1300 789 978
Kids Helpline – 1800 55 1800
1800Respect – 1800 737 732
NSW Mental Health Line – 1800 011 511
Headspace – 1800 650 890
For more information on managing your health and medical needs during an emergency visit NSW Health.
Cyclone Alfred (March 2025) is forecast to bring damaging wind gusts, heavy to locally intense rainfall and severe coastal hazards such as abnormally high tides and hazardous surf. Conditions will continue to be updated as the situation develops.
For assistance with sandbags call NSW SES on 132 500.
If required evacuation centres will be activated by the NSW Department of Communities and Justice. Stay updated via SES Website and Emergency Dashboard.
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