Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Victoria

Minor Flood Warning For The Murray River Upstream Of Lake Hume
Issued at 10:08 AM EST on Monday 08 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 8

MINOR FLOODING EASING AT BRINGENBRONG AND JINGELLIC
Minor flooding is easing slowly along the Upper Murray River at Bringenbrong and Jingellic. River levels are likely to fall below the minor flood level during late Monday morning.
Snowy Hydro advise that as of 10:00 am Saturday releases from Khancoban are at 113 cumecs (minor flow level 114 cumecs) and that releases are expected to remain steady over the next few days.
In the 24 hours to 9:00 am Monday, no significant rainfall has been observed. No significant rainfall is forecast for the remainder of Monday.

Murray River to Biggara:
River levels along the Murray River to Biggara remain elevated.
Swampy Plains River:
Minor flooding is no longer occurring along the Swampy Plains River.
Snowy Hydro advises that releases from Khancoban pondage are at 113 cumecs (below the minor flood flow 114 cumecs) and steady.
Snowy Hydro advise that releases from Khancoban Pondage are expected to remain below the minor flood flow (114 cumecs) during the next few days.

Murray River Biggara to Bringenbrong:
Minor flooding is easing along the Murray River Biggara to Bringenbrong.
The Murray River at Bringenbrong is currently at 3.02 metres and easing slowly, with minor flooding.
The Murray River at Bringenbrong is likely to fall below the minor flood level (3.00 m) late Monday morning.

Murray River Bringenbrong to Lake Hume:
Minor flooding is easing along the Murray River Bringenbrong to Lake Hume.
The Murray River at Jingellic is currently at 4.06 metres and easing slowly, with minor flooding.
The Murray River at Jingellic is likely to fall below the minor flood level (4.00 m) late Monday morning.

Flood Safety Advice:
SES advises that all community members should:
Never walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
Never allow children to play in floodwater,
Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains during and after heavy rain,
Keep well clear of fallen power lines
Be aware that in fire affected areas, rainfall run-oFF INTO waterways may contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks, and heavy rainfall increases the potential for landslides and debris across roads.}
Current Emergency Information is available at http://emergency.vic.gov.au
For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500.
Current Road and Traffic Information is available at the VicRoads website: http://traffic.vicroads.vic.gov.au/

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 10:30 am EST on Tuesday 09 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Murray River at Biggara,1.76,Steady,09:40 AM MON 08/08/22
Murray River at Bringenbrong,3.02,Falling,09:30 AM MON 08/08/22
Mannus Creek at Yarramundi,1.09,Steady,09:45 AM MON 08/08/22
Mannus Creek at Tooma,0.91,Steady,09:45 AM MON 08/08/22
Tumbarumba Creek at Tumbarumba (No 2),0.89,Steady,09:45 AM MON 08/08/22
Maragle Creek at Maragle,0.73,Steady,09:40 AM MON 08/08/22
Tumbarumba Creek at Bakers,2.68,Steady,09:30 AM MON 08/08/22
Welumba Creek at the Square,0.70,Steady,09:45 AM MON 08/08/22
Tooma River at Pinegrove,2.76,Steady,09:30 AM MON 08/08/22
Murray River at Jingellic,4.06,Falling,09:00 AM MON 08/08/22
Jingellic Creek at Jingellic,1.68,Steady,09:45 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/vic/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/vic/forecasts.

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 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 Flood Warning For The Murray River
Issued at 04:03 PM EST on Sunday 07 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 4

MINOR FLOODING EXPECTED AT COROWA FROM MONDAY EVENING
Spills from the Hume Dam combined with floodwaters from the Kiewa River are expected to cause minor flooding along the Murray River at Corowa from Monday evening.
At this stage river levels at Albury are likely to remain below the minor flood level (4.30 metres).
Predictions for locations downstream of Corowa will be provided once the upstream flood peaks are observed.

Murray River downstream of Hume Dam to Tocumwal:
Minor flooding is expected along the Murray River at Corowa.
The Murray River at Corowa is likely to exceed the minor flood level (4.60 m) Monday evening. The river level may reach around 5.60 metres Wednesday afternoon, 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 03:00 pm EST on Monday 08 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Murray River at Albury,3.39,Rising,03:45 PM SUN 07/08/22
Murray River at Corowa,3.72,Rising,03:45 PM SUN 07/08/22
Murray River at Yarrowonga Downstream,2.80,Rising,03:45 PM SUN 07/08/22
Murray River at Tocumwal,3.03,Steady,03:00 PM SUN 07/08/22
Murray River at Echuca,88.19,Falling,03:00 PM SUN 07/08/22
Murray River at Torrumbarry Weir,4.27,Falling,03:00 PM SUN 07/08/22
Murray River at Barham,4.35,Falling,03:00 PM SUN 07/08/22
Murray River at Swan Hill,2.94,Falling,03:00 PM SUN 07/08/22
Murray River at Wakool Junction,6.10,Steady,03:00 PM SUN 07/08/22
Murray River at Boundary Bend,5.58,Steady,03:00 PM SUN 07/08/22
Murray River at Euston,46.55,Steady,03:00 PM SUN 07/08/22
Murray River at Wentworth,30.52,Steady,03:00 PM SUN 07/08/22
Edward River at Deniliquin,2.48,Steady,03:00 PM SUN 07/08/22
Edward River at Stevens Weir Downstream,2.74,Steady,03:00 PM SUN 07/08/22
Edward River at Moulamein,2.60,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 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.