Flash flooding - Raymond Terrace
Published: 07 Apr 2021 05:51pm
Just before 6pm yesterday evening, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews from Raymond Terrace responded to a flash flooding event on Adelaide Street, which caused a car and its occupants to become trapped.
Four land based flood rescue operators responded to the incident, and provided assistance to the persons in the vehicle. In conjunction with local Council, and with assistance from the NSW Police Force, crews worked to clean local drains, allowing water levels in the area to drop.
No injuries were reported, and all of those in the vehicle were removed to safety.
Updated: 30 Jan 2023 09:15pm
Details about this incident may change and should not be used as emergency information and/or advice.
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Stations nearby
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