Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Detailed Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall

for parts of Greater Newcastle and Gosford/Wyong areas.

Issued at 12:26 am Monday, 6 May 2024.

Heavy rainfall occurring on the Central Coast

HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Greater Newcastle and Gosford/Wyong
The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 12:20 am, a severe thunderstorm likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding was detected. The thunderstorm is moving towards the northwest. It is forecast to affect The Entrance, Terrigal and Erina by 12:50 am and Gosford, Budgewoi and Wyong by 1:20 am.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water.
* If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.
* Unplug computers and appliances.
* Avoid using the phone during the storm.
* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500.
A more general severe thunderstorm warning is also current for parts of the Hunter and Metropolitan districts.

The next warning is due to be issued by 1:30 am.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au 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

Detailed Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall

for parts of Greater Newcastle and Gosford/Wyong areas.

Issued at 12:26 am Monday, 6 May 2024.

Heavy rainfall occurring on the Central Coast

HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Greater Newcastle and Gosford/Wyong
The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 12:20 am, a severe thunderstorm likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding was detected. The thunderstorm is moving towards the northwest. It is forecast to affect The Entrance, Terrigal and Erina by 12:50 am and Gosford, Budgewoi and Wyong by 1:20 am.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water.
* If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.
* Unplug computers and appliances.
* Avoid using the phone during the storm.
* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500.
A more general severe thunderstorm warning is also current for parts of the Hunter and Metropolitan districts.

The next warning is due to be issued by 1:30 am.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au 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

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall

for parts of Hunter and Metropolitan Forecast Districts.

Issued at 12:23 am Monday, 6 May 2024.

Heavy rainfall occurring on the Central Coast

Weather Situation
A coastal trough positioned near the central part of the New South Wales coast is producing showers and thunderstorms that could lead to heavy rainfall.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Hunter and Metropolitan
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Gosford, Toronto, Morisset, Wyong, The Entrance and Woy Woy.
Erina Heights has recorded 98mm in 6 hours till 12:00am.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water.
* If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.
* Be aware that run-off from rainfall in fire affected areas may behave differently and be more rapid. It may also contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks.
* After bushfires, heavy rain and the loss of foliage can make the ground soft and heavy, leading to a greater chance of landslides.
* Unplug computers and appliances.
* Avoid using the phone during the storm.
* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.
* Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500.

The next warning is due to be issued by 3:25 am.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au 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

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall

for parts of Hunter and Metropolitan Forecast Districts.

Issued at 12:23 am Monday, 6 May 2024.

Heavy rainfall occurring on the Central Coast

Weather Situation
A coastal trough positioned near the central part of the New South Wales coast is producing showers and thunderstorms that could lead to heavy rainfall.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Hunter and Metropolitan
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Gosford, Toronto, Morisset, Wyong, The Entrance and Woy Woy.
Erina Heights has recorded 98mm in 6 hours till 12:00am.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water.
* If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.
* Be aware that run-off from rainfall in fire affected areas may behave differently and be more rapid. It may also contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks.
* After bushfires, heavy rain and the loss of foliage can make the ground soft and heavy, leading to a greater chance of landslides.
* Unplug computers and appliances.
* Avoid using the phone during the storm.
* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.
* Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500.

The next warning is due to be issued by 3:25 am.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.