Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Cancellation Of Severe Thunderstorm Warning

for North West Slopes and Plains, Central West Slopes and Plains and Upper Western Forecast Districts.

Issued at 2:50 am Sunday, 22 March 2026.

Severe thunderstorms have eased.The situation continues to be monitored.

Weather Situation
An upper-level trough located over the central parts of the state has been driving persistent thunderstorm activity over central northern parts of the state tonight. Thunderstorms have eased below severe but the situation will continue to be monitored.
cancellation of severe thunderstorm warning for the following areas:
North West Slopes and Plains, Central West Slopes and Plains and Upper Western
This warning is now cancelled.
49.0 MM WAS RECORDED AT BORENORE CREEK (NORTH OF ORANGE) IN THE 30 MINUTES TO 6:34 PM.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Keep clear of fallen power lines.
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water.
* Beware of fallen trees or debris on the road.
For emergency help in flood and storms, ring the SES on 132 500.
Stay updated on the Hazards Near Me NSW app or the ACT ESA website (https://esa.act.gov.au).

No further warnings will be issued for this event.
Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts 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

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Cancellation Of Severe Thunderstorm Warning

for North West Slopes and Plains, Central West Slopes and Plains and Upper Western Forecast Districts.

Issued at 2:50 am Sunday, 22 March 2026.

Severe thunderstorms have eased.The situation continues to be monitored.

Weather Situation
An upper-level trough located over the central parts of the state has been driving persistent thunderstorm activity over central northern parts of the state tonight. Thunderstorms have eased below severe but the situation will continue to be monitored.
cancellation of severe thunderstorm warning for the following areas:
North West Slopes and Plains, Central West Slopes and Plains and Upper Western
This warning is now cancelled.
49.0 MM WAS RECORDED AT BORENORE CREEK (NORTH OF ORANGE) IN THE 30 MINUTES TO 6:34 PM.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Keep clear of fallen power lines.
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water.
* Beware of fallen trees or debris on the road.
For emergency help in flood and storms, ring the SES on 132 500.
Stay updated on the Hazards Near Me NSW app or the ACT ESA website (https://esa.act.gov.au).

No further warnings will be issued for this event.
Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.