Christmas Storms Update - NSW SES
NSW SES volunteers have been responding to around 120 calls for emergency assistance on Christmas Day with severe storms resulting in damage in many areas of eastern New South Wales, especially in south western Sydney.
The worst affected areas of the State have been the Camden and Campbelltown areas as well as the Blue Mountains. Most damage has been leaking roofs as well as fallen trees and branches bringing down power lines and causing mostly minor damage to homes and sheds as well as blocking driveways and roads.
SES volunteers will be working this evening to undertake temporary repairs to affected properties as well as restoring access.
With further storms forecast on Boxing Day in the north east of the State, the SES recommends people in affected areas visitwww.stormsafe.com.au for hints and tips on being storm safe and prepared, with the latest weather information and warnings from www.bom.gov.au/nsw
For emergency help call the SES on 132 500 or call 000 if it is a life-threatening emergency.
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