Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Cancellation Of Severe Thunderstorm Warning

for Northern Rivers and Northern Tablelands Forecast Districts.

Issued at 9:26 pm Thursday, 12 February 2026.

Heavy rainfall has eased in the far northeast.

cancellation of severe thunderstorm warning for the following areas:
Northern Rivers and Northern Tablelands
This warning is now cancelled.
74 MM WAS RECORDED AT GREEN PIGEON IN THE 60 MIN TO 7:52 PM
62 mm was recorded at Eungella in the 60 min to 8:02 pm.

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 Northern Rivers and Northern Tablelands Forecast Districts.

Issued at 9:26 pm Thursday, 12 February 2026.

Heavy rainfall has eased in the far northeast.

cancellation of severe thunderstorm warning for the following areas:
Northern Rivers and Northern Tablelands
This warning is now cancelled.
74 MM WAS RECORDED AT GREEN PIGEON IN THE 60 MIN TO 7:52 PM
62 mm was recorded at Eungella in the 60 min to 8:02 pm.

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, Australia

Initial Flood Watch For Parts Of The Northern Rivers
Issued at 01:34 PM AEDT on Thursday 12 February 2026
Flood Watch Number: 1
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE IN THE NORTHERN RIVERS FROM FRIDAY

Catchments likely to be affected include:
Tweed and Rous Rivers
Brunswick River and Marshalls Creek
Wilsons River
Richmond River

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts
For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood

Flood Safety Advice:
Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.ses.nsw.gov.au.}
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

Next issue:
The next Flood Watch will be issued by 01:00 PM AEDT on Friday 13 February 2026.