Expect delays: extreme weather takes toll on road and transport network
With severe weather impacting roads and public transport services across the state, Transport for NSW Chief Operations Officer, Howard Collins, is urging people to avoid unnecessary travel or allow plenty of extra travel time.
“The severe weather system that is devastating the Northern Rivers is expected in Sydney from tonight before making its way down to the south coast,” Mr Collins said.
“Our number one priority is safety. Motorists should exercise extreme caution and never drive through floodwaters."
“We ask our customers to postpone their journey if possible or to allow plenty of additional travel time. We want to ensure everyone arrives at their destination safely.”
Transport for NSW Chief Operations Officer, Howard Collins advises the community to expect delays to continue this week as widespread heavy rainfall and flood risks continue along the east coast.
“Flash flooding and heavy rain are affecting roads, transport infrastructure and waterways across the state,” Mr Collins said.
“We monitor the network 24/7 and are closely watching the Hawkesbury, Nepean, Richmond, Windsor areas for local flooding.”
“There is expected to be several impacts to the transport network, particularly the Sydney Trains and NSW TrainLink networks. Customers are advised that rail services may run to an altered frequency or stopping pattern, however a frequent service will be provided. Buses will replace trains should services be disrupted by weather conditions.
“Some NSW Trainlink regional coach and train services may not operate as timetabled. While delays and cancellations cannot be avoided at this time, every effort is being made to provide customers with safe alternatives.
“We understand our customers are inconvenienced when services are delayed or cancelled. We appreciate everyone’s patience as we work alongside emergency services to respond to incidents and restore services as quickly as possible."
Boaters are reminded to stay off waterways until dangerous conditions and extreme weather subside. Waterways are saturated and there is a risk of life-threatening flooding and hazardous submerged debris making boating unsafe.
For the latest information:
- Road closure information and real-time traffic conditions, check livetraffic.com
- Transport disruptions, check travel alerts
- State Emergency Service updates including evacuation orders go to ses.nsw.gov.au
- Bureau of Meteorology weather updates go to bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings
- Report potholes or road damage call 131 701 or if the report relates to a council managed road, contact your local council
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