Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Gosford/Wyong and Sydney areas.

Issued at 1:24 am Friday, 16 February 2024.
Persistent heavy rainfall is accumulating along the central coast.

The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 1:15 am, heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding was detected near Gosford, Tuggerah and Terrigal. The rainfall is forecast to affect Woy Woy, Palm Beach and Umina by 1:45 am and Manly, Mona Vale and Terrey Hills by 2:15 am.
The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water.
* If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.
* Unplug computers and appliances.
* Avoid using the phone during the storm.
* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500.