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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
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Severe Weather Warning
for Heavy Rainfall

for parts of North West Slopes and Plains and Northern Tablelands Forecast Districts.

Issued at 10:58 am Tuesday, 30 November 2021.

Heavy rainfall areas possible over northern parts of the state today.

Weather Situation
A surface trough is forecast to deepen in response to an approaching upper level trough and embedded low during the day. A tropical airmass with abundant moisture will be in place ahead of these features.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
North West Slopes and Plains and Northern Tablelands
HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to flash flooding is forecast to develop during the morning over northern parts of the Northern Tablelands, and North West Slopes and Plains. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 50 to 70 mm are possible. Isolated heavier falls are also possible with thunderstorms.
A Flood Watch and multiple Flood Warnings are current over parts of the warning area. See http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/ for more information.
Locations which may be affected include Tenterfield, Liston, Drake, Emmaville, Boggabilla and Ashford.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Don't drive, ride or walk through flood water.
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.
* Be aware that run-off from rainfall in fire affected areas may behave differently and be more rapid. It may also contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks.
* After bushfires, heavy rain and the loss of foliage can make the ground soft and heavy, leading to a greater chance of landslides.
* Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring your local SES Unit on 132 500.

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 pm AEDT Tuesday.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Minor Flood Warning For The Gwydir River
Issued at 10:54 AM EDT on Tuesday 30 November 2021
Flood Watch Number: 30

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT YARRAMAN
RENEWED MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT GRAVESEND AND PALLAMALLAWA
Minor flooding continues along the Gwydir River at Yarraman Bridge, where the river peaked at 6.93 metres Monday morning, with moderate flooding.
The Gwydir River at Gravesend and Pallamallawa has fallen below the minor flood level on Tuesday morning. However, renewed minor flooding is possible at these locations from Tuesday evening, with forecast rain.
Further forecast rainfall for the remainder of Tuesday and Wednesday may cause renewed river rises and flooding in the Gwydir River catchment. The situation is being closely monitored.

Gwydir River downstream of Copeton Dam:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Gwydir River at Yarraman.
The Gwydir River at Gravesend Road Bridge is currently at 5.92 metres and falling, below the minor flood level. Renewed rises to the minor flood level are possible Tuesday evening with forecast rainfall.

The Gwydir River at Pallamallawa is currently at 5.80 metres and falling, below the minor flood level. Renewed rises to the minor flood level are possible Tuesday evening with forecast rainfall.

The Gwydir River at Yarraman Bridge peaked at 6.93 metres around 10:50 am Tuesday 30 November and is currently at 6.18 metres and falling, with minor flooding. Renewed rises are possible Wednesday morning with forecast rainfall.

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/northwest.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 06:00 pm EDT on Tuesday 30 November 2021.

Latest River Heights:
Gwydir River at Bundarra,2.34,Steady,10:30 AM TUE 30/11/21
Halls Creek at Bingara,0.51,Steady,10:00 AM TUE 30/11/21
Horton River at Rider,1.37,Steady,10:00 AM TUE 30/11/21
Gwydir River at Gravesend Road Bridge,5.81,Steady,10:30 AM TUE 30/11/21
Gwydir River at Pallamallawa,5.69,Falling,10:30 AM TUE 30/11/21
Gwydir River at Yarraman Bridge,6.09,Falling,10:30 AM TUE 30/11/21
Mehi River at Moree,3.28,Falling,10:30 AM TUE 30/11/21

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 Severn River
Issued at 08:50 AM EDT on Tuesday 30 November 2021
Flood Watch Number: 13

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT ASHFORD
The Severn River at Ashford peaked Sunday morning, with moderate flooding. River levels have fallen below the moderate flood level, with minor flooding continuing.
The Upper Macintyre River at Yetman fell below the minor flood level early Tuesday morning.
Forecast rainfall on Tuesday and Wednesday may cause renewed river rises and flooding in the Upper Macintyre River catchment. The situation is being closely monitored and renewed warnings will be issued if required.

Severn River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Severn River at Ashford.
The Severn River at Ashford is currently at 2.37 metres and falling, with minor flooding.

Macintyre River at Yetman Bridge:
Cancellation

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/northwest.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 04:00 pm EDT on Tuesday 30 November 2021.

Latest River Heights:
Frasers Creek at Westholme,0.91,Steady,08:00 AM TUE 30/11/21
Severn River at Ashford,2.37,Falling,08:00 AM TUE 30/11/21
Macintyre River at Inverell (Middle Creek),1.03,Steady,08:15 AM TUE 30/11/21
Macintyre River at Wallangra,1.78,Steady,08:00 AM TUE 30/11/21
Macintyre River at Yetman Bridge,4.33,Falling,08:15 AM TUE 30/11/21

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 To Major Flood Warning For The Namoi River
Issued at 07:54 AM EDT on Tuesday 30 November 2021
Flood Watch Number: 55

MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT GUNNEDAH, NARRABRI AND WEE WAA
Flooding at Gunnedah continues to ease and river levels will fall below the major flood level Tuesday Morning. The flood peak is now nearing Narrabri, where it is expected to peak on Tuesday, with major flooding.
Major flooding continues downstream at Wee Waa, where water levels are expected to remain near the current level with major flooding.
MODERATE FLOODING IS OCCURRING AT BUGILBONE
Moderate flooding is occurring at Bugilbone and minor flooding is occurring at Goangra. Renewed river level rises to the moderate flood level are possible at Goangra.
Forecast rainfall on Tuesday and Wednesday may cause further river rises and flooding in the Namoi River and Peel Rivers. The situation is being closely monitored.

Namoi River:
Major flooding is occurring at Gunnedah, Narrabri and Wee Waa. Moderate flooding is occurring at Bugilbone. Minor flooding is occurring at Boggabri and Goangra. Moderate flooding is possible at Goangra.
The Namoi River at Gunnedah is currently at 7.87 metres and falling slowly, with major flooding.

The Namoi River at Boggabri is currently at 8.03 metres and falling with minor flooding.

The Narrabri Creek at Narrabri is expected to peak near 7.40 metres during Tuesday.

The Namoi River at Wee Waa (Glencoe) is currently at 7.53 metres and falling slowly. An extended peak, with major flooding, is expected for the coming week.

The Namoi River at Bugilbone may peak near 6.20 metres during Thursday, with moderate flooding.

The Namoi River at Goangra may reach the moderate flood level (6.70 m) during Wednesday 8 December, with moderate flooding.

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/northwest.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 09:00 am EDT on Wednesday 01 December 2021.

Latest River Heights:
Goonoon Goonoo Creek at Goonoo Goonoo,1.12,Falling,07:00 AM TUE 30/11/21
Peel River at Piallamore,2.37,Falling,06:00 AM TUE 30/11/21
Cockburn River at Mulla Crossing,0.88,Falling,07:00 AM TUE 30/11/21
Peel River at Tamworth Road Bridge,1.19,Falling,07:21 AM TUE 30/11/21
Peel River at Carrol Gap,2.42,Falling,06:30 AM TUE 30/11/21
Namoi River at Manilla,2.19,Falling,07:00 AM TUE 30/11/21
Mooki River at Breeza Station,3.27,Falling,07:00 AM TUE 30/11/21
Namoi River at Gunnedah,7.87,Falling,07:00 AM TUE 30/11/21
Coxs Creek at Boggabri,3.72,Falling,07:00 AM TUE 30/11/21
Namoi River at Boggabri,8.03,Falling,07:00 AM TUE 30/11/21
Narrabri Creek at Narrabri,7.25,Rising,04:00 AM TUE 30/11/21
Namoi River at Wee Waa (Glencoe),7.53,Falling,07:00 AM TUE 30/11/21
Namoi River at Bugilbone,5.71,Rising,07:00 AM TUE 30/11/21
Namoi River at Goangra,5.81,Rising,05:00 AM TUE 30/11/21

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.