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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

Marine Wind Warning Summary for New South Wales

Issued at 04:05 PM EDT on Sunday 19 January 2025
for the period until midnight EDT Sunday 19 January 2025

Wind Warnings for Sunday 19 January
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Byron Coast, Coffs Coast and Macquarie Coast

The next marine wind warning summary will be issued by 4:10 am EDT Monday.
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Check the latest Coastal Waters Forecast or Local
Waters Forecast at http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts/map.shtml for information on wind,
wave and weather conditions for these coastal zones.
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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Final Flood Warning For The Hastings River
Issued at 03:02 PM EDT on Sunday 19 January 2025
Flood Warning Number: 3

MINOR FLOODING NO LONGER EXPECTED AT SETTLEMENT POINT
River levels at Settlement Point are expected to remain below the minor flood level.

Hastings River:
No further flooding is expected in the Hastings River.

The Hastings River at Settlement Point peaked at 1.14 metres on the high tide around 12:15 pm Sunday 19 January, below the minor flood level (1.20 m). The water level is currently at 1.12 metres and falling.
The Hastings River at Settlement Point is expected to remain below the minor flood level (1.20 m).

Flood Safety Advice:
In life threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately. If you require rescue, assistance to evacuate or other emergency help, ring NSW SES on 132 500.
*Avoid drowning. Stay out of rising water, seek refuge in the highest available place.
*Prevent damage to your vehicle. Move it under cover, away from areas likely to flood.
*Avoid being swept away. Stay out of fast-flowing creeks and storm drains.
*Never drive, ride or walk through flood water. Flood water can be deceptive and dangerous.}
For more emergency information, advice, and access to the latest river heights and rainfall observations and forecasts:
* NSW SES: www.ses.nsw.gov.au
* RMS Live Traffic: www.livetraffic.com
* Latest River Heights and Rainfall Observations: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/midnorth.shtml
* Latest NSW Warnings: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/
* Rainfall Forecasts: www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/
* BOM NSW Twitter: www.twitter.com/BOM_NSW

Next issue:
This is a final warning, no further warnings will be issued for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Hastings River at Mt Seaview,2.95,Steady,12:45 AM SUN 19/01/25
Hastings River at Kindee Bridge,2.67,Steady,01:00 PM SUN 19/01/25
Hastings River at Wauchope,1.60,Steady,01:30 PM SUN 19/01/25
Wilson River at Telegraph Point,0.96,Rising,01:30 PM SUN 19/01/25
Hastings River at Settlement Point,1.12,Falling,01:30 PM SUN 19/01/25

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales
This Flood Watch provides early advice of possible flooding within the specified catchments.

Final Flood Watch For Parts Of The Northern Rivers, Mid North Coast, Hunter And Central Coast
Issued at 01:30 PM EDT on Sunday 19 January 2025
Flood Watch Number: 5
RAINFALL RISK HAS EASED, MINOR FLOOD WARNINGS ARE CURRENT ACROSS SEVERAL NSW COASTAL RIVERS

The coastal trough which brought heavy rainfall has moved away from the NSW coast.
No significant rainfall totals are forecast for the Flood Watch area during the next few days.
The weather system affecting the NSW coast during past few days has caused flooding across multiple catchments where flood warnings are current.

Flooding is no longer expected in the following catchments:
Coffs Coast
Wollombi Brook and Lower Hunter River
Orara River
Bellinger and Kalang Rivers

Minor flood warnings are in place for Tweed, Bellinger, Orara, Hastings, Manning, and Paterson and Williams rivers.

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/
For the latest rainfall and weather forecasts see www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/
For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood

Flood Safety Advice:
FloodSafe advice is available at www.ses.nsw.gov.au
For emergency assistance call the SES on telephone number 132 500
For life threatening emergencies, call 000 immediately
This Flood Watch means that people living or working along rivers and streams must monitor the latest weather forecasts and warnings and be ready to move to higher ground should flooding develop.
Flood Warnings will be issued if Minor Flood Level is expected to be exceeded at key sites along the main rivers for which the Bureau of Meteorology provides a flood warning service.
Severe Weather Warnings will be issued or updated if very heavy rain is forecast or observed.
For more information on the Flood Watch Service: http://www.bom.gov.au/water/floods/floodWarningServices.shtml}

Next issue:
This is a final Flood Watch, no further watches will be issued for this event.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Minor Flood Warning For The Paterson And Williams Rivers
Issued at 11:47 AM EDT on Sunday 19 January 2025
Flood Warning Number: 11

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT DUNGOG, MILL DAM FALLS AND GOSTWYCK BRIDGE
Moderate to heavy rainfall since Friday afternoon has caused river level rises along the Paterson and Williams Rivers. Minor flooding is occurring at Dungog, Mill Dam Falls and Gostwyck Bridge.
The situation is being closely monitored and warnings will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Northern Rivers, Mid North Coast, Hunter and Central Coast.

Williams River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Williams River.
The Williams River at Dungog is currently at 5.33 metres and falling, above the minor flood level (4.90 m).
The Williams River at Dungog may fall below the minor flood level (4.90 m) overnight Sunday into Monday.

The Williams River at Mill Dam Falls fell below the moderate flood level (7.60 m) Sunday morning and is currently at 6.97 metres and falling, with minor flooding.
The Williams River at Mill Dam Falls may fall below the minor flood level (6.10 m) overnight Sunday into Monday.

Paterson River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Paterson River.
The Paterson River at Gostwyck Bridge is currently at 9.68 metres and falling, with minor flooding.
The Paterson River at Gostwyck Bridge may fall below the minor flood level (9.10 m) overnight Sunday into Monday.

Flood Safety Advice:
In life threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately. If you require rescue, assistance to evacuate or other emergency help, ring NSW SES on 132 500.
* Avoid drowning. Stay out of rising water, seek refuge in the highest available place.
* Prevent damage to your vehicle. Move it under cover, away from areas likely to flood.
* Avoid being swept away. Stay out of fast-flowing creeks and storm drains.
* Never drive, ride or walk through flood water. Flood water can be deceptive and dangerous.}
For more emergency information, advice, and access to the latest river heights and rainfall observations and forecasts:
* NSW SES: www.ses.nsw.gov.au
* RMS Live Traffic: www.livetraffic.com
* Latest River Heights and Rainfall Observations: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/midnorth.shtml
* Latest NSW Warnings: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/
* Rainfall Forecasts: www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/
* BOM NSW Twitter: www.twitter.com/BOM_NSW

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 12:00 pm EDT on Monday 20 January 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Williams River at Dungog,5.33,Falling,10:30 AM SUN 19/01/25
Williams River at Mill Dam Falls,6.97,Falling,10:00 AM SUN 19/01/25
Allyn River at Halton,2.62,Falling,12:45 AM SUN 19/01/25
Paterson River at Gostwyck Bridge,9.68,Falling,10:45 AM SUN 19/01/25

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Minor Flood Warning For The Manning River
Issued at 10:51 AM EDT on Sunday 19 January 2025
Flood Warning Number: 7

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WINGHAM
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT CROKI WHARF AND HARRINGTON SUNDAY AFTERNOON
Moderate to heavy rainfall since Friday afternoon has caused river level rises along the Manning and Gloucester Rivers.
Minor flooding is occurring at Wingham and is possible on the high tides at Croki Wharf and Harrington Sunday afternoon.
A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Northern Rivers, Mid North Coast, Hunter and Central Coast.

Manning River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Manning River.
The Manning River at Wingham is currently at 5.78 metres and falling, above the minor flood level (4.90 m).
The Manning River at Wingham is likely to remain above the minor flood level (4.90 m) during the remainder of Sunday into Monday.

The Manning River at Taree peaked at 1.77 metres near the minor flood level (1.80 m) at 6:00 am Sunday 19 January 2025. The river level is currently at 1.73 metres and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Manning River at Taree is likely to remain below the minor flood level.

The Manning River at Croki Wharf is currently at 1.39 metres and rising, below the minor flood level (1.50 m).
The Manning River at Croki Wharf may peak around the minor flood level Sunday afternoon on the high tide.

No current river levels are available for the Manning River at Harrington Entrance. The current river level is estimated to be below the minor flood level (1.90m) and rising.
The Manning River at Harrington may reach near the minor flood level (1.90 m) Sunday afternoon, on the high tide.

Flood Safety Advice:
In life threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately. If you require rescue, assistance to evacuate or other emergency help, ring NSW SES on 132 500.
* Avoid drowning. Stay out of rising water, seek refuge in the highest available place.
* Prevent damage to your vehicle. Move it under cover, away from areas likely to flood.
* Avoid being swept away. Stay out of fast-flowing creeks and storm drains.
* Never drive, ride or walk through flood water. Flood water can be deceptive and dangerous.}
For more emergency information, advice, and access to the latest river heights and rainfall observations and forecasts:
* NSW SES: www.ses.nsw.gov.au
* RMS Live Traffic: www.livetraffic.com
* Latest River Heights and Rainfall Observations: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/midnorth.shtml
* Latest NSW Warnings: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/
* Rainfall Forecasts: www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/
* BOM NSW Twitter: www.twitter.com/BOM_NSW

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 11:00 am EDT on Monday 20 January 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Gloucester River at Gloucester,2.85,Falling,10:00 AM SUN 19/01/25
Manning River at Mount George,5.65,Falling,10:30 AM SUN 19/01/25
Manning River at Killawarra Bridge,8.37,Falling,10:00 AM SUN 19/01/25
Manning River at Wingham,5.78,Falling,10:30 AM SUN 19/01/25
Manning River at Taree,1.73,Falling,10:30 AM SUN 19/01/25
Manning River at Croki Wharf,1.39,Rising,10:30 AM SUN 19/01/25
Manning River at Harrington,2.26,Rising,12:45 PM SAT 18/01/25

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Orara River
Issued at 10:37 AM EDT on Sunday 19 January 2025
Flood Warning Number: 1

MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT COUTTS CROSSING OVERNIGHT SUNDAY INTO MONDAY
Moderate to heavy rainfall since Friday afternoon has caused river level rises along the Orara River. Minor flooding is possible at Coutts Crossing overnight Sunday into Monday.
The situation is being closely monitored and warnings will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Northern Rivers, Mid North Coast, Hunter and Central Coast.

Orara River:
Minor flooding may occur along the Orara River.

The Orara River at Coutts Crossing (manual flood gauge) is currently estimated to below the minor level (5.00 m) and rising.
The Orara River at Coutts Crossing may reach the minor flood level (5.00 m) overnight Sunday into Monday.

Flood Safety Advice:
In life threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately. If you require rescue, assistance to evacuate or other emergency help, ring NSW SES on 132 500.
* Avoid drowning. Stay out of rising water, seek refuge in the highest available place.
* Prevent damage to your vehicle. Move it under cover, away from areas likely to flood.
* Avoid being swept away. Stay out of fast-flowing creeks and storm drains.
* Never drive, ride or walk through flood water. Flood water can be deceptive and dangerous.}
For more emergency information, advice, and access to the latest river heights and rainfall observations and forecasts:
* NSW SES: www.ses.nsw.gov.au
* RMS Live Traffic: www.livetraffic.com
* Latest River Heights and Rainfall Observations: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/northcoast.shtml
* Latest NSW Warnings: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/
* Rainfall Forecasts: www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/
* BOM NSW Twitter: www.twitter.com/BOM_NSW

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 10:30 am EDT on Monday 20 January 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Orara River at Karangi,1.59,Steady,09:00 AM SUN 19/01/25
Orara River at Glenreagh (Automatic Gauge),3.27,Falling,09:00 AM SUN 19/01/25

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Final Flood Warning For The Myall River
Issued at 09:45 AM EDT on Sunday 19 January 2025
Flood Warning Number: 5

FLOODING NO LONGER EXPECTED ALONG THE MYALL RIVER AT BULAHDELAH
The Myall River at Bulahdelah is expected to remain below the minor flood level (3.00 metres).
A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Northern Rivers, Mid North Coast, Hunter and Central Coast.

Myall River:
No further flooding is expected in the Myall River.

The Myall River at Bulahdelah is currently at 2.52 metres and falling, below the minor flood level (3.00 m).
The Myall River at Bulahdelah is expected to remain below the minor flood level (3.00 m).

Flood Safety Advice:
In life threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately. If you require rescue, assistance to evacuate or other emergency help, ring NSW SES on 132 500.
* Avoid drowning. Stay out of rising water, seek refuge in the highest available place.
* Prevent damage to your vehicle. Move it under cover, away from areas likely to flood.
* Avoid being swept away. Stay out of fast-flowing creeks and storm drains.
* Never drive, ride or walk through flood water. Flood water can be deceptive and dangerous.}
For more emergency information, advice, and access to the latest river heights and rainfall observations and forecasts:
* NSW SES: www.ses.nsw.gov.au
* RMS Live Traffic: www.livetraffic.com
* Latest River Heights and Rainfall Observations: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/midnorth.shtml
* Latest NSW Warnings: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/
* Rainfall Forecasts: www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/
* BOM NSW Twitter: www.twitter.com/BOM_NSW

Next issue:
This is a final warning, no further warnings will be issued for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Myall River at Markwell,3.88,Steady,09:18 AM SUN 19/01/25
Myall River at Bulahdelah,2.52,Falling,09:21 AM SUN 19/01/25

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Minor Flood Warning For The Bellinger River
Issued at 09:14 AM EDT on Sunday 19 January 2025
Flood Warning Number: 3

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT THORA
Moderate to heavy rainfall has been observed in the Bellinger River catchment during Saturday. This has resulted in minor flooding at Thora.
No significant rainfall totals are forecast for the next few days.
A Flood Watch is current for parts of Northern Rivers, Mid North Coast, Hunter and Central Coast.

Bellinger River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Bellinger River.
The Bellinger River at Thora peaked at 3.34 metres with minor flooding at 3:00 am on Sunday 19 January 2025. The river level is currently at 3.08 metres and steady, above the minor flood level (3.00 m).
The Bellinger River at Thora is likely to remain around the minor flood level (3.00 m) during the remainder of Sunday.

Flood Safety Advice:
In life threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately. If you require rescue, assistance to evacuate or other emergency help, ring NSW SES on 132 500.
Avoid drowning. Stay out of rising water, seek refuge in the highest available place.
Prevent damage to your vehicle. Move it under cover, away from areas likely to flood.
Avoid being swept away. Stay out of fast-flowing creeks and storm drains.
Never drive, ride or walk through flood water. Flood water can be deceptive and dangerous}
For more emergency information, advice, and access to the latest river heights and rainfall observations and forecasts:
* NSW SES: www.ses.nsw.gov.au
* RMS Live Traffic: www.livetraffic.com
* Latest River Heights and Rainfall Observations: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/midnorth.shtml
* Latest NSW Warnings: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/
* Rainfall Forecasts: www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/
* BOM NSW Twitter: www.twitter.com/BOM_NSW

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 10:00 am EDT on Monday 20 January 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Bellinger River at Thora,3.08,Steady,08:48 AM SUN 19/01/25
Never Never Creek at Gleniffer,1.19,Steady,09:03 AM SUN 19/01/25
Bellinger River at Bellingen,2.61,Steady,09:11 AM SUN 19/01/25
Bellinger River at Repton,0.61,Rising,09:00 AM SUN 19/01/25
Kalang River at Kooroowi-Scotchman,1.37,Steady,09:04 AM SUN 19/01/25
Kalang River at Newry Island (AHD),0.54,Rising,09:00 AM SUN 19/01/25
Kalang River at Urunga (AHD),0.60,Rising,09:00 AM SUN 19/01/25

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Final Flood Warning For The Wallis Lake
Issued at 06:36 PM EDT on Saturday 18 January 2025
Flood Warning Number: 4

"Re-issued to clarify forecast for Tuncurry"
MINOR FLOODING EASED AT TUNCURRY
Minor flooding has eased along the Wallis Lake at Tuncurry.
A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Northern Rivers, Mid North Coast, Hunter and Central Coast.

Wallis Lake:
No further flooding is expected in the Wallis Lake.

The Wallis Lake at Tuncurry (Point Road) is currently at 0.80 metres and steady, below the minor flood level (0.90 m)..
The Wallis Lake at Tuncurry (Point Road) is likely to remain below the minor flood level during Saturday.

Flood Safety Advice:
In life threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately. If you require rescue, assistance to evacuate or other emergency help, ring NSW SES on 132 500.
* Avoid drowning. Stay out of rising water, seek refuge in the highest available place.
* Prevent damage to your vehicle. Move it under cover, away from areas likely to flood.
* Avoid being swept away. Stay out of fast-flowing creeks and storm drains.
* Never drive, ride or walk through flood water. Flood water can be deceptive and dangerous.}
For more emergency information, advice, and access to the latest river heights and rainfall observations and forecasts:
* NSW SES: www.ses.nsw.gov.au
* RMS Live Traffic: www.livetraffic.com
* Latest River Heights and Rainfall Observations: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/midnorth.shtml
* Latest NSW Warnings: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/
* Rainfall Forecasts: www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/
* BOM NSW Twitter: www.twitter.com/BOM_NSW

Next issue:
This is a final warning, no further warnings will be issued for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Wallamba River at Nabiac,9.26,Falling,06:15 PM SAT 18/01/25
Wang Wauk River at Willina,4.12,Falling,06:25 PM SAT 18/01/25
Wallis Lake at Tuncurry (Point Road),0.80,Steady,06:29 PM SAT 18/01/25

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts.