Staff now on site at animal evacuation centre Castle Hill Showground

It was open yesterday, but now staff from Greater Sydney Local Land services (GSLLS) are on site to help with evacuated livestock and domestic animals taken there by owners concerned about the current flood risk in the Greater Sydney region.

GSLLS officer Raj Shilpakar at Castle Hill Showground evacuation centre

“Our officers are on site at these facilities to provide support however care of animals including adequate food and water supply as well as full supervision remains the responsibility of animal owners during their stay. We also ask you bring appropriate identification for your animals,” Emergency Services Manager Graham Wilson said this morning – Thursday.

To talk to the officer on the ground, call 0447 144 076.

Mr Wilson said now was the time to review your flood plan, move stock and equipment and make arrangements for fodder and transport if required.

“Stay tuned to emergency broadcasts and social media updates and follow the advice of authorities at all time,” he said.

The Agriculture and Animal Services Hotline remains open from 8 am to 8 pm, 7 days a week, contact 1800 814 647.

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