Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Final Flood Warning For The Lake Macquarie
Issued at 06:30 AM EST on Saturday 24 May 2025
Flood Warning Number: 5

NO FURTHER FLOODING EXPECTED AT LAKE MACQUARIE
Water levels in Lake Macquarie peaked Friday evening, where at Belmont the water level peaked at 0.66 meters around 7:00pm, below the minor flood level (0.7 m). No further flooding is expected.

Lake Macquarie:
No further flooding is expected in Lake Macquarie.

Lake Macquarie at Belmont peaked at 0.66 metres around 07:00 pm Friday and is currently at 0.46 metres and rising, below the minor flood level (0.70 m).

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: http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/greatersydney.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:
Lake Macquarie at Belmont,0.46,Rising,06:00 AM SAT 24/05/25
Lake Macquarie at Marmong Point,0.47,Rising,06:00 AM SAT 24/05/25

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 Hawkesbury, Nepean And Colo Rivers
Issued at 05:53 AM EST on Saturday 24 May 2025
Flood Warning Number: 8

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT MENANGLE, NORTH RICHMOND AND PUTTY ROAD
MINOR FLOODING EXPECTED AT WALLACIA SATURDAY MORNING
Rainfall this week has caused river level rises across the Hawkesbury Nepean Valley.
Along the Upper Nepean River at Menangle, river levels peaked early Friday evening, with minor flooding. At Camden Weir river levels peaked below the minor flood level Friday evening. At Wallacia Weir minor flooding is expected from Saturday morning.
Along the Hawkesbury River at North Richmond, river levels peaked Friday morning, with minor flooding. As upstream flows arrive from the Upper Nepean, renewed river levels rises are possible during Saturday. At Windsor, river levels peaked below the minor flood level Friday morning.
Along the Colo River at Putty Road, a minor peak was observed Friday morning.

Upper Nepean River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Upper Nepean River at Menangle. Minor flooding may occur at Camden Weir and Wallacia Weir.
The Nepean River at Menangle Bridge peaked at 8.94 metres Friday evening, below the moderate flood level (9.20 m) and is currently at 6.28 metres and falling, above the minor flood level (5.20 metres).
The Nepean River at Menangle Bridge may fall below the minor flood level Saturday afternoon.

The Nepean River at Camden Weir peaked at 5.76 metres Friday evening and is currently at 4.53 metres and falling, below the minor flood level (6.80 m).
The Nepean River at Camden Weir is expected to remain below the minor flood level.

The Nepean River at Wallacia Weir is currently at 4.98 metres and rising, near the minor flood level (5.00 m).
The Nepean River at Wallacia Weir may peak near 5.10 metres late Saturday morning, with minor flooding.

Hawkesbury and Lower Nepean River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Hawkesbury River at North Richmond.
The Hawkesbury River at North Richmond (WPS) peaked at 5.30 metres Friday morning, with minor flooding. The river level is currently at 3.95 metres and steady, above the minor flood level (3.80 m).
The Hawkesbury River at North Richmond (WPS) is likely to remain around the minor flood level Saturday morning. Renewed river level rises are likely during Saturday as upstream flows arrive.

The Hawkesbury River at Windsor (WPS) peaked at 4.95 metres Friday morning, below the minor flood level (5.80 m). The river level is currently at 3.90 metres and steady.
The Hawkesbury River at Windsor (WPS) is likely to remain below the minor flood level.

Colo River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Colo River at Putty Road.
There are currently no river level observations along the Colo River at Putty Road, however based on the nearby gauge at Upper Colo it is estimated Putty Road peaked around 4.90 metres Friday morning, with minor flooding. The current river level is expected to be above the minor flood level (2.70 m) and falling.
The Colo River at Putty Road is likely to fall below the minor flood level Saturday afternoon.

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/greatersydney.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 Saturday 24 May 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Wollondilly River at Jooriland,2.31,Steady,04:45 AM SAT 24/05/25
Nattai River at Smallwoods Crossing,0.55,Falling,04:45 AM SAT 24/05/25
Kowmung River at Cedar Ford,1.53,Steady,04:45 AM SAT 24/05/25
Warragamba Dam Water Level,-0.19,Rising,05:15 AM SAT 24/05/25
Nepean River at Menangle Bridge,6.24,Falling,05:30 AM SAT 24/05/25
Nepean River at Camden Weir,4.53,Falling,05:35 AM SAT 24/05/25
Nepean River at Wallacia Weir,4.98,Rising,05:15 AM SAT 24/05/25
Nepean River at Penrith,2.76,Steady,05:15 AM SAT 24/05/25
Nepean River at Yarramundi,4.24,Steady,05:15 AM SAT 24/05/25
Grose River at Burralow,2.31,Falling,02:45 AM SAT 24/05/25
Hawkesbury River at North Richmond WPS,3.95,Steady,05:15 AM SAT 24/05/25
Hawkesbury River at Windsor PWD,3.90,Steady,05:15 AM SAT 24/05/25
Colo River at Upper Colo SWC,4.53,Falling,04:45 AM SAT 24/05/25
Hawkesbury River at Sackville,2.12,Steady,05:15 AM SAT 24/05/25
Hawkesbury River at Lower Portland,1.48,Steady,05:15 AM SAT 24/05/25
Macdonald River at St Albans,1.97,Falling,05:09 AM SAT 24/05/25
Hawkesbury River at Wisemans Ferry,0.97,Rising,05:15 AM SAT 24/05/25

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 Hunter River And Major Flood Warning For Wollombi Brook
Issued at 05:47 AM EST on Saturday 24 May 2025
Flood Warning Number: 22

MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT BULGA
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WOLLOMBI, MAITLAND AND RAYMOND TERRACE
River levels are elevated along the upper tributaries of Wollombi Brook, where minor flooding is occurring at Wollombi. Downstream, major flooding is occurring at Bulga.
River levels remain elevated along the Lower Hunter River, where minor flooding is occurring at Maitland and Raymond Terrace. Small renewed rises are possible during Saturday as upstream flows from Wollombi Brook arrive.
Rainfall has eased and no widespread significant rainfall is forecast for the next few days.

Wollombi Brook:
Major flooding is occurring along Wollombi Brook.
The Wollombi Brook at Wollombi is currently at 7.63 metres and falling, above the minor flood level (6.70 m).
The Wollombi Brook at Wollombi may fall below the minor flood level (6.70 m) Saturday afternoon.

The Wollombi Brook at Bulga is currently at 5.01 metres and rising, above the major flood level (4.60 m).
The Wollombi Brook at Bulga is likely to peak near 5.30 metres Saturday evening, with major flooding.

Lower Hunter:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Lower Hunter.
The Hunter River at Singleton is currently at 8.90 metres and steady, below the minor flood level (10.00 m).
The Hunter River at Singleton is expected to remain below the minor flood level (10.00 m).

The Hunter River at Maitland (Belmore Bridge) is currently at 7.78 metres and falling, with minor flooding.
The Hunter River at Maitland (Belmore Bridge) is likely to remain above the minor flood level (5.90 m) for the remainder of Saturday.

The Hunter River at Raymond Terrace is currently at 2.92 metres and falling, above the minor flood level (2.50 m).
The Hunter River at Raymond Terrace may remain above the minor flood level (2.50 m) for the remainder of 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/midnorth.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 12:00 pm EST on Saturday 24 May 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Kingdon Ponds at Scone,0.74,Steady,05:37 AM SAT 24/05/25
Hunter River at Aberdeen,4.39,Steady,05:15 AM SAT 24/05/25
Hunter River at Muswellbrook,3.61,Steady,05:15 AM SAT 24/05/25
Hunter River at Denman,4.41,Steady,05:15 AM SAT 24/05/25
Goulburn River at Sandy Hollow,3.13,Falling,05:00 AM SAT 24/05/25
Hunter River at Liddell,9.29,Falling,05:30 AM SAT 24/05/25
Wollombi Brook at Bulga,5.01,Rising,05:15 AM SAT 24/05/25
Hunter River at Singleton,8.90,Steady,05:00 AM SAT 24/05/25
Hunter River at Greta,9.19,Falling,05:15 AM SAT 24/05/25
Hunter River at Maitland (Belmore Bridge),7.78,Falling,05:30 AM SAT 24/05/25
Hunter River at Raymond Terrace,2.92,Falling,05:30 AM SAT 24/05/25

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 Myall River
Issued at 05:11 AM EST on Saturday 24 May 2025
Flood Warning Number: 12

NO FURTHER FLOODING EXPECTED AT BULAHDELAH
Moderate to heavy rainfall totals have resulted in minor flooding along the Myall River at Bulahdelah. The river level is currently below the minor flood level and no further flooding is expected at Bulahdelah

Myall River:
No further flooding is expected in the Myall River.

The Myall River at Bulahdelah is currently at 2.99 metres and falling, below the minor flood level (3.00 m).
The Myall River at Bulahdelah is expected to remain 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/midnorth.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:
Myall River at Markwell,3.82,Steady,05:08 AM SAT 24/05/25
Myall River at Bulahdelah,2.99,Falling,04:50 AM SAT 24/05/25

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

Hazardous Surf Warning for New South Wales

Issued at 04:29 AM EST on Saturday 24 May 2025

Weather Situation
Surf and swell conditions are expected to be hazardous for coastal activities such as rock fishing, boating, and swimming in the following areas on Saturday. Hazardous surf conditions are expected to ease during the afternoon.
Hazardous Surf Warning for the following areas:
Illawarra Coast, Batemans Coast and Eden Coast
Cancellation for the following areas:
Hunter Coast,Sydney Coast,Macquarie Coast

NSW Police Force, Marine Area Command advise that:
People should consider staying out of the water and avoid walking near surf-exposed areas.
Rock fishers should avoid coastal rock platforms exposed to the ocean and seek a safe location that is sheltered from the surf.
Boaters planning to cross shallow water and ocean bars should consider changing or delaying their voyage.
Boaters already on the water should carry the appropriate safety equipment and wear a lifejacket.
Boaters should remember to log on with their local Marine Rescue radio base, via VHF Radio or the Marine Rescue APP, and consider their safety management plan.

The next warning will be issued by 5:00 pm EST Saturday.
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Check the Coastal Waters Forecast for information
on wind, wave and weather conditions for
these areas at http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/ or on marine
radio.
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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

Marine Wind Warning Summary for New South Wales

Issued at 04:10 AM EST on Saturday 24 May 2025
for the period until midnight EST Saturday 24 May 2025

Wind Warnings for Saturday 24 May
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Hunter Coast
Cancellation for the following areas:
Eden Coast

The next marine wind warning summary will be issued by 4:05 pm EST Saturday.
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Check the latest Coastal Waters Forecast or Local
Waters Forecast at http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts/map.shtml for information on wind,
wave and weather conditions for these coastal zones.
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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Moderate Flood Warning For The Tuggerah Lake
Issued at 03:41 AM EST on Saturday 24 May 2025
Flood Warning Number: 11

MODERATE FLOODING PEAKING NEAR 1.40 M AT LONG JETTY
Moderate to heavy rainfall has been observed across the Wyong River and Tuggerah Lake catchment since Sunday, which has resulted in lake level rises and moderate flooding at Long Jetty.
Rainfall has eased and no widespread significant rainfall is forecast for the next few days.
The situation is being closely monitored, and this warning will be updated as required.

Tuggerah Lake:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Tuggerah Lake.
Tuggerah Lake at Long Jetty is currently peaking near 1.40 metres, with moderate flooding.
The Tuggerah Lake at Long Jetty may remain above the moderate flood level (1.30 m) Saturday morning.

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: http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/greatersydney.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 12:00 pm EST on Saturday 24 May 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Jilliby Creek at Jilliby,4.21,Falling,03:15 AM SAT 24/05/25
Tuggerah Lake at Long Jetty,1.36,Steady,03:30 AM SAT 24/05/25
Tuggerah Lake at The Entrance,1.34,Steady,03:30 AM SAT 24/05/25

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 Manning River
Issued at 06:04 PM EST on Friday 23 May 2025
Flood Warning Number: 26

MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT TAREE
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WINGHAM AND CROKI
Rainfall has eased across the Manning and Gloucester River catchments and river levels are falling slowly. River levels at Taree fell below the major flood level Friday morning, with moderate flooding continuing.

Manning River:
Minor to moderate flooding is occurring along the Manning River.
The Manning River at Wingham is currently at 6.91 metres and falling, with minor flooding.
The Manning River at Wingham is likely to fall below the minor flood level (4.90 m) during Saturday.

The Manning River at Taree is currently at 2.68 metres and falling slowly, with moderate flooding.
The Manning River at Taree is likely to fall below the moderate flood level (2.40 m) overnight Friday into Saturday.

The Manning River at Croki Wharf is currently at 1.75 metres and falling, with minor flooding.
The Manning River at Croki Wharf is likely to fall below the minor flood level (1.50 m) overnight Friday into 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/midnorth.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 11:00 am EST on Saturday 24 May 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Gloucester River at Gloucester,3.14,Steady,05:00 PM FRI 23/05/25
Manning River at Wingham,6.91,Falling,05:45 PM FRI 23/05/25
Manning River at Taree,2.66,Falling,05:45 PM FRI 23/05/25
Manning River at Croki Wharf,1.75,Falling,05:30 PM FRI 23/05/25
Manning River at Harrington,0.98,Steady,05:45 PM FRI 23/05/25

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 Williams Rivers
Issued at 02:57 PM EST on Friday 23 May 2025
Flood Warning Number: 22

FLOODING NO LONGER OCCURRING AT MILL DAM FALLS
River levels along the Paterson and WIlliam Rivers are falling.

Williams River:
No further flooding is expected in the Williams River.
The Williams River at Mill Dam Falls is currently at 5.87 metres and falling, below the minor flooding.
The Williams River at Mill Dam Falls is expected to remain below the minor flood level (6.10 m).

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/midnorth.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:
Williams River at Dungog,3.58,Steady,02:15 PM FRI 23/05/25
Williams River at Mill Dam Falls,5.87,Falling,02:00 PM FRI 23/05/25
Allyn River at Halton,1.70,Steady,02:15 PM FRI 23/05/25
Paterson River at Gostwyck Bridge,7.68,Falling,02:30 PM FRI 23/05/25

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
This Flood Watch provides early advice of possible flooding within the specified catchments.

Flood Watch For Parts Of The Central Coast To The South Coast In Nsw
Issued at 12:51 PM EST on Friday 23 May 2025
Flood Watch Number: 8
MINOR TO MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING IN PARTS OF THE NORTHERN RIVERS, MID NORTH COAST, HUNTER, CENTRAL COAST AND SYDNEY CATCHMENTS
FURTHER MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE FROM CENTRAL COAST TO SOUTH COAST NSW

A trough along the NSW coast continues to move southward bringing moderate to heavy rainfall with isolated thunderstorms along the southern coast and ranges. Rainfall associated with the trough has caused minor to major flooding from the southern parts of the Northern Rivers through to the South Coast catchments.
Rainfall will continue in the south east during the remainder of Friday. Rainfall will ease in the northern parts of the coast during the remainder of Friday, and clear most of the state by the weekend. Minor flooding is possible between the Central and South Coast from Friday.
Catchments in the Flood Watch area are relatively wet.
Localised river level rises, and flash flooding are possible within the areas of heaviest rainfall.
Flood Classes (minor, moderate, major) are only defined for catchments where the Bureau provides a flood warning service.
A Severe Weather Warning is current for Illawarra, South Coast and parts of Southern Tablelands and Snowy Mountains Forecast Districts.

Catchments likely to be affected include:
Newcastle Area
Cooks River
Illawarra Coast
St Georges Basin
Clyde River
Tuross River
Towamba River
Lake Macquarie
Georges and Woronora Rivers
Shoalhaven River
Moruya and Deua Rivers
Bega River

Minor to major flood warnings are current in the following catchments: Northern Rivers (Orara), Mid North Coast (Bellinger, Nambucca, Macleay, Hastings, Camden Haven, Manning and Gloucester, Myall, Wallis Lake) Hunter and Central Coast (Hunter and Wollombi Brook, Paterson and Williams, Tuggerah Lake), Sydney (Hawkesbury Nepean, Georges and Woronora) and South Coast catchments (Shoalhaven, Moruya and Deua, Bega).

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/
For the latest rainfall and weather forecasts see www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/
For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood

Flood Safety Advice:
FloodSafe advice is available at www.ses.nsw.gov.au
For emergency assistance call the SES on telephone number 132 500
For life threatening emergencies, call 000 immediately
This Flood Watch means that people living or working along rivers and streams must monitor the latest weather forecasts and warnings and be ready to move to higher ground should flooding develop.
Flood Warnings will be issued if Minor Flood Level is expected to be exceeded at key sites along the main rivers for which the Bureau of Meteorology provides a flood warning service.
Severe Weather Warnings will be issued or updated if very heavy rain is forecast or observed.
For more information on the Flood Watch Service: http://www.bom.gov.au/water/floods/floodWarningServices.shtml}

Next issue:
The next Flood Watch will be issued by 01:00 pm EST on Saturday 24 May 2025.