A floodplain risk management study for the Wallarah Creek catchment is currently being carried out by Central Coast Council, to identify the risk and impact of flooding during storm events.

Supported by the NSW Government’s Floodplain Management program, the study forms part of a series undertaken across areas identified as a priority and will include the suburbs of Blue Haven, Wallarah and Bushells Ridge, along with sections of Doyalson, San Remo, Charmhaven and Woongarrah.

Council’s Acting Director of Assets, Infrastructure and Business, Boris Bolgoff, said the local residents are invited to participate and share any relevant information that may assist with the study.

“Council is asking the community to assist by collecting information on their local flood knowledge and any past flooding experiences,” Mr Bolgoff said.

“Residents in identified areas included in the study will be sent a survey to complete and return by post, or submit online via www.yourvoiceourcoast.com.

“We are also encouraging the community to submit any photos or videos of flooding events in the study areas.”

The study survey closes on Friday 21 September 2018.