Local Land Services will be assessing agricultural flood damage as a result of significant rainfall recorded across the Central West region over recent weeks.
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Central West Local Land Services customer service staff are available to receive individual damage reports.
Farmers are encouraged to call 1300 795 299, email emergency.centralwest@lls.nsw.gov.au or contact their nearest Local Land Services office to report agricultural losses including fencing, crops and stranded, injured or deceased livestock.
Local Land Services will collate the information reported by farmers into an Agricultural Natural Disaster Report for the Department of Primary Industries.
That will assist in assessing the extent and nature of damage and also in the allocation of resources over the coming days and weeks.
Narromine and Nyngan have been among the worst places hit in the Orana region, with localised flooding at both towns causing disruptions.
The Bogan River has been on flood watch regularly since heavy falls last week. The Macquarie and Bell rivers have also risen.
Forbes and Eugowra have also suffered from road closures and one family has resorted to using boats and canoes to remain connected.
With further rainfall forecast in the region over the next week, producers are advised to prepare and plan now, particularly with regards to livestock safety.
The LLS recommends actions to take including:
- move stock to higher ground away from known flood prone areas;
- where possible, ensure these areas won’t be cut off from access;
- if access may be cut ensure there is sufficient fodder available on site to sustain stock for an extended period;
- ensure fodder supplies/ storage is accessible;
- avoid having to do anything with stock in water.
While producers are encouraged to contact their nearest Local Land Services office to report agricultural losses, any immediate calls for assistance should be directed to the State Emergency Service on 132 500.
