Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Minor To Moderate Flood Warning For The Barwon River
Issued at 02:04 PM EST on Thursday 18 April 2024
Flood Warning Number: 9

MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT MUNGINDI
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT MOGIL MOGIL FROM SATURDAY
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Barwon River at Mungindi as floodwaters arrive from the Weir River (QLD) and Macintyre River.
Upstream along the Weir River, a second and higher peak passed Talwood on Sunday 14 April. This peak, combined with floodwaters from the Macintyre River, may cause prolonged moderate flooding at Mungindi.
Further downstream, minor flooding is possible at Mogil Mogil around Saturday.
A minor flood warning is current for the Weir River (QLD).

Barwon River Mungindi to Collarenebri:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Barwon River Mungindi to Collarenebri.
The Barwon River at Mungindi is currently at 6.86 metres and rising slowly, above the moderate flood level (6.70 m).
The Barwon River at Mungindi may peak near 7.00 metres over the weekend, with moderate flooding.

The Barwon River at Mogil Mogil is currently at 6.92 metres and rising, below the minor flood level (7.50 m).
The Barwon River at Mogil Mogil may reach 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/outerwest.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 03:00 pm EST on Friday 19 April 2024.

Latest River Heights:
Barwon River at Mungindi,6.86,Rising,01:45 PM THU 18/04/24
Barwon River at Mogil Mogil,6.93,Rising,02:00 PM THU 18/04/24
Barwon River at Collarenebri,3.59,Steady,01:00 PM THU 18/04/24
Barwon River at Walgett,5.75,Steady,01:45 PM THU 18/04/24
Barwon River at Brewarrina,2.30,Steady,02:00 PM THU 18/04/24
Darling River at Bourke,4.31,Steady,02:00 PM THU 18/04/24
Darling River at Louth,1.48,Steady,12:45 PM THU 18/04/24
Darling River at Tilpa,1.00,Steady,12:45 PM THU 18/04/24
Darling River at Wilcannia,0.80,Steady,01:00 PM THU 18/04/24
Darling River at Menindee Town,3.35,Steady,01:45 PM THU 18/04/24
Darling River at Menindee Weir 32,1.45,Steady,01:00 PM THU 18/04/24
Darling River at Pooncarie,2.00,Steady,01:00 PM THU 18/04/24
Darling River at Burtundy,0.85,Steady,01:00 PM THU 18/04/24

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 Narran River
Issued at 11:02 AM EST on Thursday 18 April 2024
Flood Warning Number: 1

MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT ANGLEDOOL OVER THE WEEKEND
Floodwaters from the Culgoa and Balonne Rivers in Queensland are moving into New South Wales. Minor flooding is possible along the Narran River at Angledool over the weekend.

Narran River:
Minor flooding may occur along the Narran River.
The Narran River at New Angledool No 2 is currently at 3.10 metres and rising, below the minor flood level (3.30 m).
The Narran River at New Angledool No 2 may reach the minor flood level (3.30 m) over the weekend.

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/outerwest.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 02:00 pm EST on Friday 19 April 2024.

Latest River Heights:
Culgoa River at Brenda,3.42,Steady,10:30 AM THU 18/04/24
Culgoa River at Weilmoringle,3.45,Steady,10:30 AM THU 18/04/24
Culgoa River at Kenebree,3.53,Steady,10:30 AM THU 18/04/24
Birrie River at Goodooga,1.20,Steady,10:30 AM THU 18/04/24
Bokhara River at Goodooga,2.25,Steady,10:15 AM THU 18/04/24
Bokhara River at Goodwins,0.07,Steady,10:00 AM THU 18/04/24
Narran River at New Angledool No 2,3.10,Rising,10:30 AM THU 18/04/24

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 Moderate Flood Warning For The Warrego River (Nsw)
Issued at 12:37 PM EST on Wednesday 17 April 2024
Flood Warning Number: 10

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT BARRINGUN AND FORDS BRIDGE BYWASH
Along the Warrego River, upstream floodwaters from Queensland are arriving in New South Wales. A moderate flood warning is current for the Warrego River at Rocky in Queensland.
Moderate flooding is possible at Barringun late Wednesday into Thursday, with a moderate flood peak likely around Thursday.
Further downstream, minor flooding may develop at Enngonia and Fords Bridge Bywash late Wednesday into Thursday, with moderate flooding possible at Fords Bridge Bywash late next week.

Warrego River (NSW):
Moderate flooding is possible along the Warrego River (NSW) at Barringun and Fords Bridge Bywash. Minor flooding is likely at Enngonia.

The Warrego River at Barringun No. 2 gauge is currently at 3.24 metres and rising, above the minor flood level (2.80 m).
The Warrego River at Barringun No. 2 may exceed the moderate flood level (3.80 m) late Wednesday into Thursday. The river level may peak near 4.20 metres around Thursday, with moderate flooding.

No observations are currently available for Enngonia. Based on readings from the upstream gauge, it is estimated that the river level is currently below the minor flood level (2.00 m).
The Warrego River at Enngonia may reach the minor flood level (2.00 m) late Wednesday into Thursday. The river level may reach around 2.40 metres over the weekend, with minor flooding.

The Warrego River at Fords Bridge Bywash is currently at 1.63 metres and rising, below the minor flood level (1.70 m).
The Warrego River at Fords Bridge Bywash may reach the minor flood level (1.70 m) late Wednesday into Thursday. The river level may reach around 2.40 metres late next week, 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/outerwest.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 02:00 pm EST on Friday 19 April 2024.

Latest River Heights:
Warrego River at Barringun No. 2,3.24,Rising,12:00 PM WED 17/04/24
Warrego River at Fords Bridge Bywash,1.63,Rising,12:00 PM WED 17/04/24

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.