Council will monitor lake and river entrances following forecast heavy rainfall over the coming days.
In the event that trigger levels are reached, entrances will be opened in accordance with the relevant Entrance Management Policy (EMP) and NSW Crown Land licence conditions.
Mayor Patricia White said that the Bureau of Meteorology had forecast heavy rainfall which could lead to flash flooding over parts of the south coast.
"A coastal trough is developing just off the south coast this morning, and is expected to direct areas of heavy rain and damaging winds over the coast," Cr White said.
"Council will continue to monitor lake and river levels over the next few days and staff will be on standby for potential opening of lake entrances should it be necessary," she said.
"Damaging surf is also forecast between Eden and Ulladulla so it's critical people play it safe and keep an eye on beach and lake conditions before venturing out."
The current status of river and lake entrances managed by Council is:
- Burrill Lake, Lake Conjola and Tabourie Lake entrances are open.
- Shoalhaven River at Shoalhaven Heads and Swan Lake are closed.
All estuary entrances in the Shoalhaven are located on land owned by NSW Crown Lands. Council is only permitted to mechanically open entrances in accordance with the trigger levels and conditions contained within EMPs and the relevant NSW Crown Lands licence.
For emergency assistance due to flash flooding and storm damage, call NSW SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies including rescue, call 000.
Download the Hazards Near Me app to view emergency warnings and advice for floods and fires.
Flood safe information can be accessed from the SES FloodSafe website.
For the latest weather forecast visit the Bureau of Meteorology website.
