Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Minor To Major Flood Warning For The Macquarie And Bell Rivers
Issued at 10:33 AM EST on Sunday 14 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 28

MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT WARREN DURING MONDAY
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WELLINGTON (MACQUARIE RIVER) AND NARROMINE
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT WELLINGTON (BELL RIVER)
Spills from the Burrendong Dam combined with local rainfall runoff have caused minor flooding along the Macquarie River at Wellington.
Subject to Burrendong Dam spills minor flooding is possible along the Bell River at Wellington from Monday night into Tuesday.
Floodwaters from the Talbragar River combining with flows in the Macquarie River have caused minor flooding at Narromine where river levels peaked Saturday night.
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Macquarie River at Warren, where major flooding is possible from Monday.

Bell River:
Minor flooding is possible along the Bell River at Wellington.
Subject to the spills from the Burrendong Dam, the Bell River at Wellington may reach around 3.50 metres overnight Monday into Tuesday, with minor flooding.

Macquarie River downstream of Burrendong Dam:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Macquarie River at Warren, with major flooding possible. Minor flooding is occurring at Wellington and Narromine.
Subject to the spills from the Burrendong Dam, the Macquarie River at Wellington Bridge may reach around 5.50 metres from early Tuesday with minor flooding.

The Macquarie River at Narromine peaked at 6.60 metres around midnight Saturday into Sunday (estimated) and is currently at 6.40 metres and falling, with minor flooding.

Renewed river rises are expected at Warren. The Macquarie River at Warren Town may reach the major flood level (9.00 metres) during Monday.

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 Monday 15 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Molong Creek at Downstream Borenore Creek,0.77,Steady,10:00 AM SUN 14/08/22
Bell River at Neurea,1.49,Steady,10:00 AM SUN 14/08/22
Bell River at Wellington,2.50,Steady,10:00 AM SUN 14/08/22
Macquarie River at Wellington Bridge,4.45,Steady,10:00 AM SUN 14/08/22
Macquarie River at Dubbo,2.40,Steady,10:00 AM SUN 14/08/22
Macquarie River at Baroona,5.47,Steady,10:00 AM SUN 14/08/22
Macquarie River at Narromine,6.40,Falling,09:00 AM SUN 14/08/22
Macquarie River at Gin Gin Weir,9.67,Rising,10:00 AM SUN 14/08/22
Macquarie River at Carinda,3.27,Steady,10:00 AM SUN 14/08/22

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 09:47 AM EST on Sunday 14 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 12

MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT WEE WAA (GLENCOE), BUGILBONE AND GOANGRA
Moderate rainfall from Friday has caused renewed river level rises along the Namoi River and its tributaries, which has the potential to cause renewed minor flooding along the Namoi River at Wee Waa (Glencoe).
The main flood peak along the Namoi River from the previous rainfall event is currently approaching Bugilbone where minor flooding is possible from Sunday afternoon.
Minor flooding may also develop at Goangra from Wednesday 17 August.

Namoi River:
Renewed minor flooding may develop at Wee Waa (Glencoe). Minor flooding is possible at Bugilbone and Goangra.
The Namoi River at Wee Waa (Glencoe) may reach the minor flood level (5.30 m) Monday afternoon.

The Namoi River at Bugilbone may reach the minor flood level (4.90 m) Sunday afternoon.

The Namoi River at Goangra may reach near the minor flood level (5.50 metres) during Wednesday 17 August.

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 Monday 15 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Goonoon Goonoo Creek at Goonoo Goonoo,1.28,Rising,09:00 AM SUN 14/08/22
Peel River at Piallamore,2.48,Falling,09:00 AM SUN 14/08/22
Cockburn River at Mulla Crossing,0.56,Falling,09:00 AM SUN 14/08/22
Peel River at Carrol Gap,2.54,Falling,09:00 AM SUN 14/08/22
Namoi River at Manilla,2.27,Falling,09:00 AM SUN 14/08/22
Mooki River at Breeza Station,4.40,Falling,09:00 AM SUN 14/08/22
Namoi River at Gunnedah,2.76,Rising,09:00 AM SUN 14/08/22
Coxs Creek at Boggabri,5.13,Rising,09:00 AM SUN 14/08/22
Namoi River at Boggabri,4.68,Rising,09:00 AM SUN 14/08/22
Narrabri Creek at Narrabri,3.18,Steady,09:00 AM SUN 14/08/22
Namoi River at Wee Waa (Glencoe),4.56,Rising,09:00 AM SUN 14/08/22
Namoi River at Bugilbone,4.74,Rising,09:00 AM SUN 14/08/22
Namoi River at Goangra,5.05,Rising,09:00 AM SUN 14/08/22

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

Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Gwydir River
Issued at 06:43 AM EST on Sunday 14 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 1

MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT YARRAMAN FROM SUNDAY AFTERNOON
Moderate rainfall from Friday into Saturday has caused river level rises across the Gwydir River catchment. The main peak along the Gwydir River is approaching Pallamallawa, where river levels are expected to remain below the minor flood level.
As these floodwaters extend downstream, minor flooding is possible along the Gwydir River at Yarraman from Sunday afternoon.

Gwydir River downstream of Copeton Dam:
Minor flooding may occur along the Gwydir River at Yarraman
The Gwydir River at Yarraman Bridge is likely to exceed the minor flood level (4.00 metres) around Sunday afternoon. The river level may reach near 4.20 metres around Sunday evening, 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/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 05:00 pm EST on Sunday 14 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Gwydir River at Bundarra,3.28,Steady,06:15 AM SUN 14/08/22
Halls Creek at Bingara,0.54,Steady,06:00 AM SUN 14/08/22
Horton River at Rider,1.73,Falling,06:00 AM SUN 14/08/22
Gwydir River at Gravesend Road Bridge,5.35,Falling,06:00 AM SUN 14/08/22
Gwydir River at Pallamallawa,4.07,Rising,06:15 AM SUN 14/08/22
Gwydir River at Yarraman Bridge,2.55,Steady,06:00 AM SUN 14/08/22
Mehi River at Moree,3.13,Steady,06:00 AM SUN 14/08/22

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 Castlereagh River
Issued at 05:57 AM EST on Sunday 14 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 4

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT MENDOORAN
Minor flooding is occurring along the Castlereagh River at Mendooran, where river levels peaked Saturday evening.

Castlereagh River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Castlereagh River at Mendooran

The Castlereagh River at Mendooran peaked at 4.67 metres around 06:30 pm Saturday 13 August and is currently at 3.78 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/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 12:00 pm EST on Sunday 14 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Castlereagh River at Mendooran,3.78,Falling,05:00 AM SUN 14/08/22
Castlereagh River at Lucas Bridge,4.77,Rising,05:00 AM SUN 14/08/22

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
This Flood Watch provides early advice of possible flooding within the specified catchments.

Flood Watch For The New South Wales North And Central West Inland Rivers
Issued at 01:58 PM EST on Saturday 13 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 4
FLOODING POSSIBLE IN THE NEW SOUTH WALES NORTH AND CENTRAL WEST INLAND RIVERS INTO SUNDAY

A cold front has cleared out of New South Wales, however further showers and thunderstorms are possible into Sunday through the Central West and North West
This rainfall may cause minor flooding along the North and Central West inland NSW rivers, with renewed rises in upper parts of the catchments.
Catchments are wet following recent rainfall
The weather system is expected to cause renewed flooding for the following catchments listed from Saturday night. Flood Classes (minor, moderate, major) are only defined for catchments where the Bureau provides a flood warning service.

Catchments likely to be affected include:
Upper Macintyre River
Gwydir River
Peel River
Macquarie River to Bathurst
Orange, Molong and Bell River
Namoi River
Macquarie River d/s Burrendong Dam

Flood Warnings are current for the following catchments: Namoi, Castlereagh, Macquarie, Bogan, Lachlan, Murrumbidgee, Murray, Culgoa, Narran and Darling Rivers.

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/
For the latest rainfall and weather forecasts see www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/
For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood

Flood Safety Advice:
FloodSafe advice is available at www.ses.nsw.gov.au
For emergency assistance call the SES on telephone number 132 500
For life threatening emergencies, call 000 immediately
This Flood Watch means that people living or working along rivers and streams must monitor the latest weather forecasts and warnings and be ready to move to higher ground should flooding develop.
Flood Warnings will be issued if Minor Flood Level is expected to be exceeded at key sites along the main rivers for which the Bureau of Meteorology provides a flood warning service.
Severe Weather Warnings will be issued or updated if very heavy rain is forecast or observed.
For more information on the Flood Watch Service: http://www.bom.gov.au/water/floods/floodWarningServices.shtml}

Next issue:
The next Flood Watch will be issued by 02:00 pm EST on Sunday 14 August 2022.