Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Minor Flood Warning For The Lachlan River
Issued at 11:00 AM EST on Wednesday 10 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 62

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT NANAMI, COTTONS WEIR AND BOOLIGAL
MINOR FLOODING EXPECTED AT JEMALONG
Minor flooding is occurring at Nanami, where river levels are likely to peak Wednesday afternoon.
Minor flooding is occurring along the Lachlan River at Cottons Weir, where river levels peaked on Monday afternoon.
The main flood peak is approaching Jemalong Weir, where minor flooding is expected from Wednesday afternoon. Minor flooding is occurring at Booligal where the river level is expected to remain elevated over the weekend.
Renewed river level rises are possible along the Lachlan River over the weekend.

Lachlan River downstream of Wyangala Dam to Jemalong Weir:
Minor flooding is occurring at Nanami and Cottons Weir, and is expected at Jemalong.
The Lachlan River at Nanami is likely to peak near 7.50 metres Wednesday afternoon, with minor flooding.

The Lachlan River at Cottons Weir peaked at 4.39 metres around 06:00 pm Monday and is currently at 4.10 metres and falling, with minor flooding.
The Lachlan River at Cottons Weir is likely to remain around the minor flood level (3.50 m) overnight Tuesday into Wednesday.

The Lachlan River at Jemalong Weir Downstream is expected to peak around the minor flood level (7.20 m) Wednesday afternoon.

Lower Lachlan River downstream of Euabalong to Booligal Weir:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Lower Lachlan River at Booligal Weir.
The Lachlan River at Booligal Weir may reach around 2.90 metres over the weekend with minor 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/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 12:00 pm EST on Thursday 11 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Boorowa River at Prossers Crossing,1.51,Falling,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Lachlan River at Cowra,6.08,Steady,10:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Lachlan River at Nanami,7.38,Rising,10:30 AM WED 10/08/22
Lachlan River at Forbes Iron Bridge,8.06,Rising,10:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Lachlan River at Cottons Weir,4.10,Rising,09:30 AM WED 10/08/22
Lachlan River at Jemalong Weir Downstream,7.16,Rising,09:45 AM WED 10/08/22
Lachlan River at Condobolin Bridge,3.88,Rising,10:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Lachlan River at Hillston Weir,2.38,Steady,10:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Lachlan River at Booligal Weir,2.82,Steady,10:00 AM WED 10/08/22

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 To Major Flood Warning For The Macquarie River
Issued at 09:51 AM EST on Wednesday 10 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 19

MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WARREN
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WELLINGTON
Moderate rainfall late last week has caused minor to major flooding along the Macquarie River. The main flood has passed Warren, where major flooding continues.
In response to upstream dam releases, at Wellington Bridge, river levels are expected to remain steady above the minor flood level over the next few days.

Macquarie River downstream of Burrendong Dam:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Macquarie River at Wellington. Major flooding is occurring at Warren.
The Macquarie River at Wellington Bridge is expected to remain around 5.70 metres during Wednesday, with minor flooding.

The Macquarie River at Warren town gauge peaked near 9.20 metres around 11:30 am Monday morning and is currently falling, with major 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/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 11:00 am EST on Thursday 11 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Molong Creek at Downstream Borenore Creek,0.61,Steady,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Bell River at Neurea,1.14,Steady,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Bell River at Wellington,1.96,Steady,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Macquarie River at Wellington Bridge,5.68,Steady,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Macquarie River at Dubbo,3.57,Rising,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Macquarie River at Baroona,5.40,Steady,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Macquarie River at Gin Gin Weir,8.65,Rising,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Macquarie River at Warren Weir,4.74,Falling,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Macquarie River at Carinda,3.23,Steady,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22

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 Bogan River
Issued at 09:50 AM EST on Wednesday 10 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 35

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT DANDALOO AND GONGOLGON
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT MUDALL OVER THE WEEKEND
The main flood peak along the Bogan River has passed Gongolgon, where minor flooding is occurring.
A second and smaller flood peak is now approaching Dandaloo, where minor flooding is occurring. Minor flooding is possible along the Bogan River at Mudall over the weekend.

Bogan River to Nyngan:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Bogan River at Dandaloo and is possible at Mudall.
The Bogan River at Dandaloo may peak near 5.00 metres late Wednesday, with minor flooding.

The Bogan River at Mudall may reach the minor flood level (2.70 metres) over the weekend.

Lower Bogan River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Lower Bogan River at Gongolgon.
The Bogan River at Gongolgon peaked at 0.96 metres around 12:30 pm Tuesday 09 August, with minor 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/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 10:00 am EST on Thursday 11 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Bogan River at Peak Hill,0.84,Steady,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Bogan River at Dandaloo,4.89,Rising,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Bogan River at Neurie Plains,0.97,Steady,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Bogan River at Nyngan,2.78,Steady,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Bogan River at Monkey Bridge,2.59,Steady,08:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Bogan River at Gongolgon,0.95,Steady,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22

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 Namoi River
Issued at 09:43 AM EST on Wednesday 10 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 8

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT GLENCOE WEE WAA
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT BUGILBONE AND GOANGRA
The main flood peak along the Namoi River is approaching Wee Waa (Glencoe) where minor flooding is occurring. The Namoi River at Wee Waa (Glencoe) is expected to peak Wednesday evening, with minor flooding.
Minor flooding is also possible downstream along the Namoi River at Bugilbone over the weekend and at Goangra mid next week.

Namoi River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Namoi River at Wee Waa.
The Namoi River at Wee Waa (Glencoe) is expected to peak near 6.00 metres Wednesday evening, with minor flooding.

The Namoi River at Bugilbone may reach near the minor flood level (4.90 metres) over the weekend.

The Namoi River at Goangra may reach near the minor flood level (5.50 metres) mid next week.

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/northwest.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 10:00 am EST on Thursday 11 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Goonoon Goonoo Creek at Goonoo Goonoo,0.70,Steady,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Peel River at Piallamore,1.51,Steady,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Cockburn River at Mulla Crossing,0.75,Steady,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Peel River at Carrol Gap,1.49,Steady,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Namoi River at Manilla,1.65,Steady,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Mooki River at Breeza Station,1.42,Steady,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Namoi River at Gunnedah,3.76,Steady,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Coxs Creek at Boggabri,1.73,Steady,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Namoi River at Boggabri,6.09,Steady,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Narrabri Creek at Narrabri,4.05,Steady,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Namoi River at Wee Waa (Glencoe),5.86,Steady,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Namoi River at Bugilbone,3.34,Steady,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Namoi River at Goangra,4.00,Steady,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22

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 Mirrool Creek
Issued at 09:38 AM EST on Wednesday 10 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 5

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT EAST MIRROOL REGULATOR
Moderate rainfall late last week has caused minor flooding along Mirrool Creek at East Mirrool Regulator. River levels peaked late Monday night and are currently easing.

Mirrool Creek to East Mirrool Regulator:
Minor flooding is occurring along Mirrool Creek at East Mirrool Regulator.
The Mirrool Creek at East Mirrool Regulator peaked at 1.49 metres around 10:00 pm Monday night and is currently at 1.08 metres and falling, with minor 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/southwest.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 10:00 am EST on Thursday 11 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Mirrool Creek at East Mirrool Regulator,1.08,Falling,08:00 AM WED 10/08/22
Mirrool Creek at Barellan Road,1.45,Steady,09:00 AM WED 10/08/22

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.