PLANNED testing of the Hooke Street Emergency Warning Siren took place on Friday, 12 June, as Dungog Shire Council and emergency service partners worked to ensure the system remained ready for future flood events.
Dungog Shire Council is conducting the testing in partnership with NSW SES, Fire and Rescue NSW, NSW Rural Fire Service and Aquamonix.
The maintenance and testing program forms part of ongoing efforts to keep the community safe during severe weather and flooding emergencies.
In a statement on its Facebook page, Council said the exercise was designed to ensure the warning system remained dependable when it is needed most.
“The testing forms part of Council’s ongoing commitment to community safety and emergency preparedness and will help ensure the system remains reliable and ready when needed during flood emergencies,” Council stated on social media.
The Hooke Street Emergency Warning Siren plays an important role in Dungog’s flood warning network.
The system provides emergency managers with valuable flood intelligence and supports the delivery of timely warnings and response activities during severe weather events.
By carrying out regular testing and maintenance, Council and emergency services can identify and address any issues before an actual emergency occurs.
This helps ensure the siren can operate effectively to alert residents during flood events, providing critical time for people to prepare, seek information and, if necessary, move to safer locations.
By Sis HIGGINS
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