Published on Monday, 21 June 2021 at 12:36:35 PM
A clean-up operation is underway across Albany this morning after a night of heavy rain and gale force winds brought significant flooding, fallen trees, and damage to buildings and power lines.
The storm struck Albany late on Sunday afternoon and continued through the night, with residents waking to a trail of damage that will take days to clear.
City of Albany crews have been busy working with police, State Emergency Services and other volunteer teams to respond to flooded roads and damaged infrastructure.
Mercer Road, Havoc Road, Henry Street, Humphries Road, Lower Denmark Road, Chipana Drive, Bettys Beach Road, Robinson Road, Morgan Road, The Esplanade, Lowanna Drive East and Redmond Hay River have all been closed at various times in the aftermath.
Main Roads also has several roads currently closed including South Coast Highway at George Street.
The National Anzac Centre and Princess Royal Fortress is also closed to the public until further notice, with the buildings sustaining damage and trees fallen across the site.
Cleanaway have advised that waste transfer stations at Wellstead and Redmond will be closed today due to the storm damage in these areas.
Executive Director Infrastructure, Development and Environment Paul Camins said his teams were on the ground doing the best they can to clear roads.
“It’s still very windy today so if you don’t need to be out, we would encourage you to stay home while our crews and emergency services clean-up,” he said.
“Some areas have been hit worse than others so patience is encouraged when dealing with local services and facilities that won’t be at full capacity today and potentially longer.”
Executive Director Community Services Nathan Watson said the National Anzac Centre on top of Mount Adelaide had worn the brunt of the strong winds and come off second best.
“Unfortunately the National Anzac Centre has lost some of its roof, and there is damage to other buildings and fallen trees on the site. We’re still assessing the extent of the damage and have closed the area to the public until it is safe again,” he said.
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