Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Minor To Major Flood Warning For The Macquarie River
Issued at 07:12 PM EST on Sunday 07 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 14

*re-issued to correct Wellington Bridge forecast*
MAJOR FLOODING LIKELY AT WARREN
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WELLINGTON
Moderate rainfall late last week has caused minor to moderate flooding along the Macquarie River. The main flood peak has passed Gin Gin Weir and is now approaching Warren, where major flooding likely overnight Sunday into Monday.
Upstream at Narromine, the Macquarie River fell below the minor flood level Sunday afternoon.
In response to upstream dam releases, at Wellington Bridge, the Macquarie River is expected to rise to around 6.00 metres overnight Sunday into Monday, remaining steady above minor flood levels from Monday morning. River levels downstream at Dubbo are expected to remain below minor flood levels.

Macquarie River downstream of Burrendong Dam:
Major flooding is likely along the Macquarie River at Warren.
The Macquarie River at Wellington Bridge is likely to reach near 6.00 metres overnight Sunday into Monday. The river level is expected to remain around 6.00 metres through to Monday evening, with minor flooding.

The Macquarie River at Narromine peaked at 9.00 metres around 01:00 pm Saturday afternoon. The river is below the minor flood level (5.50 metres) near 5.30 metres and falling.

Based on recent manual river level observations, the Macquarie River at Warren is near 8.80 metres and rising slowly.
The Macquarie River at Warren town gauge is likely to peak near the major flood level (9.00 metres) 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/centralwest.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 09:30 am EST on Monday 08 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Macquarie River at Wellington Bridge,4.496,Steady,06:00 PM SUN 07/08/22
Macquarie River at Dubbo,2.76,Steady,06:00 PM SUN 07/08/22
Macquarie River at Baroona,5.00,Steady,06:00 PM SUN 07/08/22
Macquarie River at Narromine,5.30,Falling,03:00 PM SUN 07/08/22
Macquarie River at Gin Gin Weir,9.98,Falling,06:00 PM SUN 07/08/22
Macquarie River at Warren Weir,4.776,Rising,06:00 PM SUN 07/08/22
Macquarie River at Warren Town,8.80,Rising,04:00 PM SUN 07/08/22

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 Lachlan River
Issued at 04:28 PM EST on Sunday 07 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 58

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT COTTONS WEIR AND LIKELY AT FORBES SUNDAY NIGHT INTO MONDAY MORNING
River levels along the Lachlan River at Nanami fell below the minor flood level (7.40 metres) early Sunday morning.
The main flood peak along the Lachlan River is now approaching Forbes which, combined with floodwaters from the Mandagery Creek, has caused minor flooding at Cottons Weir. Minor flooding is likely at Forbes from Sunday night into Monday morning.
River levels along the Lachlan River at Euabalong have fallen below the minor flood level (6.40 metres).
Renewed river level rises are likely downstream of Cottons Weir. Predictions will be provided once upstream peaks at Forbes and Cottons Weir are observed.
Minor flooding continues along the lower Lachlan River at Hillston and Booligal.

Lachlan River downstream of Wyangala Dam to Jemalong Weir:
Minor flooding is occurring at Cottons Weir and is likely at Forbes Sunday night into Monday morning.
The Lachlan River at Nanami peaked at 7.60 metres around 04:00 am Sunday with minor flooding and is currently at 6.91 metres and falling, below the minor flood level (7.40 metres).

The Lachlan River at Forbes Iron Bridge may exceed the minor flood level (8.80 m) overnight Sunday into Monday and may peak near 9.00 metres Monday morning with minor flooding.

The Lachlan River at Cottons Weir may reach around 5.00 metres Monday afternoon, with minor flooding.

Lower Lachlan River downstream of Jemalong Weir to Euabalong:
River levels at Euabalong have fallen below the minor flood level.
The Lachlan River at Euabalong is currently at 6.14 metres and falling, below the minor flood level.

Lower Lachlan River downstream of Euabalong to Booligal Weir:
Minor flooding is occurring at Hillston and Booligal.
The Lachlan River at Hillston Weir peaked at 2.43 metres around 06:00 pm Thursday 04 August and is currently at 2.41 metres and falling, with minor flooding.
The Lachlan River at Hillston Weir is likely to remain above the minor flood level (2.40 m) until Monday evening.

The Lachlan River at Booligal Weir may reach around 2.90 metres by next weekend 13-14 Aug.

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/centralwest.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 01:00 pm EST on Monday 08 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Boorowa River at Prossers Crossing,2.01,Falling,03:30 PM SUN 07/08/22
Lachlan River at Cowra,4.06,Steady,04:00 PM SUN 07/08/22
Lachlan River at Nanami,6.91,Falling,04:00 PM SUN 07/08/22
Lachlan River at Forbes Iron Bridge,7.80,Rising,04:00 PM SUN 07/08/22
Lachlan River at Cottons Weir,3.63,Rising,03:30 PM SUN 07/08/22
Lachlan River at Jemalong Weir Downstream,5.76,Rising,03:45 PM SUN 07/08/22
Lachlan River at Condobolin Bridge,3.42,Rising,04:00 PM SUN 07/08/22
Lachlan River at Euabalong,6.14,Falling,08:30 AM SUN 07/08/22
Lachlan River at Hillston Weir,2.41,Falling,04:00 PM SUN 07/08/22
Lachlan River at Booligal Weir,2.80,Rising,04:00 PM SUN 07/08/22

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 Belubula River
Issued at 08:43 AM EST on Sunday 07 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 6

MINOR FLOODING NO LONGER OCCURRING AT CANOWINDRA
A near moderate flood peak occurred at Canowindra along the Belubula River on Friday 05 August. River levels Canowindra fell below the minor flood level (2.60 metres) on Saturday 06 August.
A few showers are forecast for the rest of Sunday, which is unlikely to cause significant and renewed river level rises. The situation is being closely monitored and revised predictions will be provided if necessary.

Belubula River:
Minor flooding is no longer occurring the Belubula River at Canowindra.
The Belubula River at Canowindra Upstream peaked at 3.26 metres around 03:00 pm Friday 05 August, just below the moderate flood level (3.30 metres). The river level is currently at 1.78 metres and falling, below the minor flood level.

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/centralwest.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:
Belubula River at The Needles,1.11,Falling,08:00 AM SUN 07/08/22
Belubula River at Canowindra Upstream,1.79,Falling,08:00 AM SUN 07/08/22
Mandagery Creek at Toogong (Glenayr),1.17,Falling,07:00 AM SUN 07/08/22
Mandagery Creek at Smithfeild,2.47,Falling,07:00 AM SUN 07/08/22

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 Macquarie River To Bathurst
Issued at 09:07 AM EST on Saturday 06 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 5

FLOODING IS NO LONGER OCCURRING AT BATHURST
The Macquarie River at Bathurst has fallen below the minor flood level (3.00 metres).

Macquarie River to Bathurst:
No further flooding is expected in the Macquarie River to Bathurst.

The Macquarie River at Bathurst fell below the minor flood level (3.00 metres) around 04:15 am 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/centralwest.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:
Macquarie River at White Rock,3.40,Falling,08:56 AM SAT 06/08/22
Macquarie River at Bathurst,2.67,Falling,09:05 AM SAT 06/08/22

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.