Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Minor Flood Warning For The Mirrool Creek
Issued at 09:29 AM EST on Monday 08 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 2

MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT EAST MIRROOL REGULATOR FROM LATE MONDAY INTO TUESDAY
Moderate rainfall late last week has caused signficiant river level rises along the upper reaches of Mirrool Creek at Barellan where the river level peaked near 2.6 metres Sunday morning. These flood waters may cause minor flooding at East Mirrool Regulator.

Mirrool Creek to East Mirrool Regulator:
Minor flooding is possible along Mirrool Creek at East Mirrool Regulator.
Mirrool Creek at East Mirrool Regulator may reach the minor flood level (0.90 metres) late Monday into Tuesday.

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 Tuesday 09 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Mirrool Creek at East Mirrool Regulator,0.31,Steady,05:00 AM MON 08/08/22
Mirrool Creek at Barellan Road,1.89,Falling,09:00 AM MON 08/08/22

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 09:25 AM EST on Monday 08 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 15

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 peak has passed Gin Gin Weir and is now approaching Warren, where major flooding is occurring.
In response to upstream dam releases, at Wellington Bridge, the Macquarie River is expected to remain 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 occurring along the Macquarie River at Warren.
The Macquarie River at Wellington Bridge is expected to remain near 5.00 metres through to Tuesday morning, with minor flooding.

Based on recent manual river level observations, the Macquarie River at Warren is near 9.15 metres and rising slowly.
The Macquarie River at Warren town gauge is likely to peak near 9.25 metres around Monday afternoon, with major flooding.

Macquarie River at Narromine:
Cancellation

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 04:00 pm EST on Monday 08 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Macquarie River at Wellington Bridge,5.03,Rising,09:00 AM MON 08/08/22
Macquarie River at Dubbo,2.71,Steady,09:00 AM MON 08/08/22
Macquarie River at Gin Gin Weir,8.73,Steady,09:00 AM MON 08/08/22
Macquarie River at Warren Weir,5.05,Steady,09:00 AM MON 08/08/22
Macquarie River at Warren Town,9.15,Steady,07:30 AM MON 08/08/22

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

Minor To Moderate Flood Warning For The Murrumbidgee River
Issued at 03:28 PM EST on Sunday 07 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 15

MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT GUNDAGAI
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AND MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT WAGGA WAGGA FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON
MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT NARRANDERA FROM TUESDAY
Moderate flooding continue to ease along the Murrumbidgee River at Gundagai where the river peaked at 9.02 metres Saturday afternoon with major flooding.
The main flood peak along the Murrumbidgee River is currently arriving at Eringorrah.
Minor flooding is occurring at Wagga Wagga, with moderate flooding possible from Monday afternoon. Moderate flooding is possible at Narrandera around Tuesday.
Peak predictions downstream of Narrandera will be provided once upstream peaks have been observed.
Flood operations are being conducted by WaterNSW at Burrinjuck Dam and spillway releases have commenced. The releases may vary subject to inflow rates. The release plan follows consultation with the SES and local communities. WaterNSW are working closely with the Bureau, NSW SES and landholders with releases taken into account into the flood forecasts and warning.

Murrumbidgee River downstream of Burrinjuck to Wagga Wagga:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Murrumbidgee River at Gundagai. Minor flooding is occurring at Wagga Wagga with Moderate flooding possible from Monday afternoon.
The Murrumbidgee River at Gundagai peaked at 9.02 metres around 06:30 pm Saturday 06 August and is currently at 7.74 metres and falling, with moderate flooding.
The Murrumbidgee River at Gundagai is likely to fall below the moderate flood level (7.60 m) Sunday evening and remain above the minor flood level (6.10 metres) until Tuesday evening.

The Murrumbidgee River at Wagga Wagga may peak near the moderate flood level (9.00 metres) Monday afternoon.

Murrumbidgee River downstream of Wagga Wagga to Narrandera:
Moderate flooding may occur along the Murrumbidgee River at Narrandera.
The Murrumbidgee River at Narrandera may exceed the minor flood level (6.70 m) Monday evening. The river level may exceed the moderate flood level (7.30 m) during Tuesday and may reach around 7.60 metres during Thursday, with moderate 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 11:00 am EST on Monday 08 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Tumut River at Tumut,1.11,Falling,03:10 PM SUN 07/08/22
Murrumbidgee River at Gundagai,7.74,Falling,03:00 PM SUN 07/08/22
Murrumbidgee River at Eringoarrah,8.46,Rising,03:10 PM SUN 07/08/22
Murrumbidgee River at Wagga Wagga,7.30,Rising,03:10 PM SUN 07/08/22
Murrumbidgee River at Narrandera,5.59,Rising,03:00 PM SUN 07/08/22
Murrumbidgee River at Gogeldrie Weir,4.65,Rising,02:47 PM SUN 07/08/22
Murrumbidgee River at Darlington Point,3.99,Rising,03:00 PM SUN 07/08/22
Murrumbidgee River at Hay Weir Downstream,5.19,Steady,02:47 PM SUN 07/08/22
Murrumbidgee River at Maude Weir Downstream,5.13,Falling,03:00 PM SUN 07/08/22
Murrumbidgee River at Redbank Weir,5.75,Steady,02:47 PM SUN 07/08/22
Murrumbidgee River at Balranald Weir Downstream,6.18,Steady,03:00 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 To Moderate Flood Warning For The Bogan River
Issued at 11:32 AM EST on Sunday 07 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 31

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT GONGOLGON MONDAY NIGHT
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT DANDALOO MONDAY MORNING
The main flood peak along the Bogan River has passed Monkey Bridge and is now approaching Gongolgon, where a moderate flood peak is possible Monday night.
Along the Bogan River upstream of Gongolgon, a second, smaller flood peak is now approaching Dandaloo, where minor flooding is possible from Monday morning.

Bogan River to Nyngan:
Minor flooding is possible along the Bogan River at Dandaloo.
The Bogan River at Dandaloo may peak near the minor flood level (4.10 metres) around Monday morning.

Lower Bogan River:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Lower Bogan River at Gongolgon.
The Bogan River at Gongolgon may peak near the moderate flood level (1.00 metres) around Monday night.

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 Monday 08 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Bogan River at Dandaloo,3.31,Rising,11:00 AM SUN 07/08/22
Bogan River at Neurie Plains,0.95,Steady,11:00 AM SUN 07/08/22
Bogan River at Nyngan,2.75,Steady,11:00 AM SUN 07/08/22
Bogan River at Monkey Bridge,2.86,Falling,11:00 AM SUN 07/08/22
Bogan River at Gongolgon,0.94,Rising,11:00 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 Castlereagh River
Issued at 11:41 AM EST on Saturday 06 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 7

RIVER LEVELS HAVE FALLEN BELOW MINOR AT MENDOORAN
A moderate flood peak occurred along the Castlereagh River at Mendooran on Friday afternoon, and fell below the minor flood level on Saturday morning.
Downstream locations are expected to remain below the minor flood level.

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

The Castlereagh River at Mendooran peaked at 5.85 metres around 02:15 pm Friday 05 August and fell below the minor flood level (3.30 metres) around 11:00am on Saturday. No further flooding is expected.

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:
This is a final warning, no further warnings will be issued for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Castlereagh River at Mendooran,3.29,Falling,11:00 AM SAT 06/08/22
Castlereagh River at Lucas Bridge,4.33,Falling,11:00 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.