Evacuation order issued for Stuarts Point after septic systems leaked in the wake of NSW floods
The evacuation order is being issued for 45 flood-affected homes amid fears of fecal matter entering yards and streets on the flood-affected NSW Mid North Coast
- An evacuation order has been issued for residents of the NSW Mid North Coast
- On-site sewage treatment plants have been discharged into courtyards and streets at Stuarts Point
- NSW Heath confirmed that there is a risk of feces and bacteria
An evacuation order has been issued for residents of the central north coast of New South Wales amid fears of fecal matter on the streets.
The Local Emergency Operations Controller (LEOCON) issued the order on Friday around 9:30 p.m. due to the risk to public health.
The on-site sewer systems discharged into courtyards and streets in the midst of flooding at Stuarts Point, about 45 km north of Kempsey.
An evacuation order has been issued for residents of the central north coast of New South Wales amid fears of fecal matter on the streets. Pictured: Emergency teams begin cleaning up after the floods in New South Wales
The evacuation order affects at least 45 houses.
“NSW Heath has confirmed that the discharge poses a risk to feces and bacteria, creating a risk to the public health of anyone who may come into contact with the water,” police said in a statement.
“Based on the identified public health risk, LEOCON, which is managing the flood situation in Kempsey, has identified a hazardous area and issued an evacuation order under Section 60L of the State Emergency and Rescue Management Act.”
Ocean, First, Second, Third, Fifth, Seventh, and Ninth Avenues were declared in the zone on Friday night.
New South Wales police said authorities are helping locals evacuate to a nearby youth camp in Yarrahapinni.
The on-site sewer systems have been discharged in courtyards and streets after the recent weather event at Stuarts Point, approximately 45 km north of Kempsey. Pictured: Floods in Kempsey
“Ambulance services will be knocking on the door in the area and residents will be screened for signs or symptoms of illness by NSW Health staff prior to admission to the evacuation center,” the statement said.
Residents who organize private accommodation must still be assessed at the evacuation center.
Vehicles in the affected water are detained.
Residents have been warned that the evacuation order could take anywhere from seven to ten days, but the situation is being assessed on a daily basis.
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