Council promises action on flooding

The Peninsula has a unique set of land constraints that exacerbate flash flooding, according to Central Coast Council's manager of sustainable corporate and city planning, Mr Matthew Prendergast.

"This flooding is caused by a combination of heavy rainfall and king tides," Mr Prendergast said.

"Our crews regularly clear stormwater drains on the Peninsula, with drains between Veron Rd and the Everglades main drain cleared in the last 12 months.

"Further work to remove sediment, vegetation and any other blockages from the Everglades main drain is expected to start as soon as possible, and will include work between Ryans Rd and the local high school.

"A flood study for the Peninsula has been prepared and we are now looking to develop a Woy Woy Urban Water Management Plan as part of ongoing floodplain risk management planning for the area.

"This plan will help identify short, medium and long term strategies to manage flooding and drainage infrastructure.

"Council is also investigating whether an Early Warning Network Alert and Flood Forecasting System could be used to help predict when major storms will occur so that it can better prepare in advance," Mr Prendergast said.

Media statement, 10 Jun 2016

Matthew Prendergast, Central Coast Council