Heavy rain is causing widespread disruption across the Hunter, with several roads closed and others impacted by flooding. Authorities are urging motorists to avoid unnecessary travel and drive to conditions, as water continues to rise across the region.
Cessnock City Council Area – Road Closures:
- Station Street, Greta (between Anvil St & Sale St)
- Alexander Street, Kurri Kurri (between Northcote St & Railway Pde)
- Wermol Street, Kurri Kurri (between Northcote St & Railway Pde)
- Dairy Arm Road, Laguna (off Great North Rd)
- Watagan Creek Road, Laguna (near Crump Ln)
- Lomas Lane, Nulkaba
- Richmond Vale Road, Richmond Vale
- Old North Road, Rothbury (between Wine Country Dr & Sweetwater Rd)
- Narone Creek Road, Wollombi (at causeway)
- Yango Creek Road, Wollombi (near Slacks Park)
Water Over Road – Still Open:
- Alkira Ave, Cessnock (near Pangari & Government Rd)
- Anzac Avenue, Cessnock
- Garland Road, Cessnock
Lake Macquarie City Council Area:
- No closures reported at this stage.
Singleton Council Area – Road Closures:
- Cranky Corner Road North, Glendon Brook
- Army Camp Road and Sewerage Works Lane, Glenridding
- Lemington Road, Moses Crossing, Jerrys Plains
- Mitchells Flat Road, Griffith’s Crossing, Mitchells Flat
- Gearys Crossing Road, First Crossing, Mount Olive
- Mount Royal Road, Mount Royal (private residences before Mt Royal National Park still accessible)
- Goorangoola Road, Second Causeway
- Hamiltons Crossing Road, Reedy Creek
- Kelso Street, Singleton
- Cemetery Lane at Haggartys Lane, Whittingham
SES crews have already been called to multiple flood rescues, with warnings more roads could close throughout the day as rain continues. Drivers are reminded: if it’s flooded, forget it.
Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.