Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

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Cancellation Of Severe Thunderstorm Warning

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

Issued at 9:37 am Sunday, 8 March 2026.

Heavy rainfall over the northern parts of the state earlier this morning has eased.

Weather Situation
A trough of low-pressure combined with exceptionally high atmospheric moisture to produce slow moving thunderstorms with heavy rainfall over northern parts of New South Wales this morning. Heavy rainfall has now eased.
cancellation of severe thunderstorm warning for the following areas:
North West Slopes and Plains and Northern Tablelands
This warning is now cancelled. Showers and non-severe rainfall continue over northern parts of the state this morning. Thunderstorms may redevelop over northern parts during the afternoon presenting a further risk of isolated heavy rainfall.
75.2 mm was recorded at Narrabri Airport in the 3 hours to 4:59 am.

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 and Northern Tablelands Forecast Districts.

Issued at 9:37 am Sunday, 8 March 2026.

Heavy rainfall over the northern parts of the state earlier this morning has eased.

Weather Situation
A trough of low-pressure combined with exceptionally high atmospheric moisture to produce slow moving thunderstorms with heavy rainfall over northern parts of New South Wales this morning. Heavy rainfall has now eased.
cancellation of severe thunderstorm warning for the following areas:
North West Slopes and Plains and Northern Tablelands
This warning is now cancelled. Showers and non-severe rainfall continue over northern parts of the state this morning. Thunderstorms may redevelop over northern parts during the afternoon presenting a further risk of isolated heavy rainfall.
75.2 mm was recorded at Narrabri Airport in the 3 hours to 4:59 am.

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.