A MAN had to be rescued after he attempted to ride his motorcycle into a flooded causeway north of St Marys, last week.
Police and emergency services responded to reports of a rider stuck in floodwater on Stony Creek Road, Shanes Park, about 9pm on Saturday.
Officers from Mt Druitt were told the 22-year-old man had attempted to cross the flooded causeway despite the road closure signs and closed floodgates.
Police and NSW Fire and Rescue officers waded into the water and used ropes to retrieve him.
The man was not injured, police said, however, the Triumph motorcycle was swept away by floodwater.
Inquiries are continuing.
Meanwhile, police and emergency services have urged the public to be aware of the dangers of floodwater.
Floodwater is extremely dangerous as it can have fast moving undercurrents that can wash people and vehicles away, a police spokesman said.
Never drive, ride or walk through floodwater, he cautioned.
For the latest on road closures residents can visit the website www.livetraffic.com or contact their local councils.
Members of the public seeking emergency assistance during a flood or storm should call the NSW State Emergency Service on 132 500, or visit their website www.ses.nsw.gov.au
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