Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales
This Flood Watch provides early advice of possible flooding within the specified catchments.

Initial Flood Watch For Nsw Central West, South West, And Riverina
Issued at 03:04 PM EST on Wednesday 17 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 1
FLOODING POSSIBLE IN NSW CENTRAL WEST, SOUTH WEST, AND RIVERINA FROM FRIDAY

A cold front is expected to bring showers and rain to South West New South Wales from Friday. This rainfall may cause minor and possibly moderate flooding along rivers in the Central West, South West, and Riverina from Friday, many of which have experienced flooding due to previous rainfall in recent weeks.
Catchments are currently wet or saturated from rainfall in recent weeks.
The weather system may cause renewed flooding for the following catchments listed from Friday. Flood Classes (minor, moderate, major) are only defined for catchments where the Bureau provides a flood warning service.

Catchments likely to be affected include:
Lachlan River to Cotton's Weir
Belubula River
Mandagery Creek
Tumut River
Murrumbidgee River to Wagga Wagga
Upper Murray and Mitta Mitta Rivers

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

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 Thursday 18 August 2022.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Minor Flood Warning For The Darling River
Issued at 02:19 PM EST on Wednesday 17 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 55

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT MENINDEE, POONCARIE AND BURTUNDY
The main flood peak along the Darling River is currently passing Menindee, where minor flooding is occurring.
The river level at Menindee is likely to remain steady above the minor flood level through to the end of August as WaterNSW plans to maintain current release levels. Subject to inflow conditions, the current release level may be extended further. The release plan follows consultation with the SES and local communities.
Downstream of Menindee, minor flooding is occurring at Pooncarie and Burtundy, where river levels are steady.

Darling River downstream of Wilcannia to Burtundy:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Darling River at Menindee, Pooncarie, and Burtundy.
The Darling River at Menindee town gauge is likely to remain near 9.00 metres through to the end of August, with minor flooding.

The Darling River at Pooncarie is likely to remain near 6.90 metres through to mid September, with minor flooding.

The Darling River at Burtundy is likely to remain near 6.70 metres through to late September, 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/outerwest.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 Friday 19 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Barwon River at Mungindi,4.27,Rising,12:00 PM WED 17/08/22
Barwon River at Mogil Mogil,3.36,Steady,12:00 PM WED 17/08/22
Barwon River at Collarenebri,2.26,Rising,10:00 AM WED 17/08/22
Barwon River at Walgett,6.61,Rising,12:00 PM WED 17/08/22
Barwon River at Brewarrina,3.52,Rising,12:00 PM WED 17/08/22
Darling River at Bourke,7.89,Rising,12:00 PM WED 17/08/22
Darling River at Louth,7.45,Rising,10:00 AM WED 17/08/22
Darling River at Tilpa,7.79,Rising,12:00 PM WED 17/08/22
Darling River at Wilcannia,7.84,Rising,12:00 PM WED 17/08/22
Darling River at Menindee Town,8.97,Steady,12:00 PM WED 17/08/22
Darling River at Menindee Weir 32,6.50,Steady,12:00 PM WED 17/08/22
Darling River at Pooncarie,6.90,Steady,12:00 PM WED 17/08/22
Darling River at Burtundy,6.69,Steady,12:00 PM WED 17/08/22

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 12:29 PM EST on Wednesday 17 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 71

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT COTTONS WEIR , CONDOBOLIN, HILLSTON AND BOOLIGAL
MINOR FLOODING LIKELY AT EUABALONG FROM THURSDAY
Floodwaters from the upper Lachlan River and its tributaries have caused renewed and prolonged flooding.
A flood peak is now approaching Cotton's Weir, where minor flooding is occurring. Downstream, these floodwaters have also caused minor flooding at Condobolin and are likely to cause minor flooding at Euabalong from Thursday.
At Hillston and Booligal, river levels remain steady above minor flood levels due to an earlier extended flood peak.

Lachlan River downstream of Wyangala Dam to Jemalong Weir:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Lachlan River at Cottons Weir.
The Lachlan River at Cottons Weir may reach near 3.80 metres during Thursday, with minor flooding.

Lower Lachlan River downstream of Jemalong Weir to Euabalong:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Lower Lachlan River at Condobolin, and possible at Euabalong.
The Lachlan River at Condobolin Bridge may reach around 5.50 metres during Friday, with minor flooding.

The Lachlan River at Euabalong is likely to exceed the minor flood level (6.40 m) during Thursday. The river level may reach around 6.60 metres during Monday, with minor flooding.

Lower Lachlan River downstream of Euabalong to Booligal Weir:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Lower Lachlan River at Hillston and Booligal.
The Lachlan River at Hillston Weir may reach around 2.60 metres by the end of August, with minor flooding.

The Lachlan River at Booligal Weir may reach around 2.90 metres over the weekend, 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/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 Thursday 18 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Boorowa River at Prossers Crossing,1.76,Falling,11:00 AM WED 17/08/22
Lachlan River at Cowra,4.87,Rising,12:00 PM WED 17/08/22
Lachlan River at Nanami,6.39,Rising,12:00 PM WED 17/08/22
Lachlan River at Forbes Iron Bridge,7.56,Rising,11:00 AM WED 17/08/22
Lachlan River at Cottons Weir,3.58,Rising,11:30 AM WED 17/08/22
Lachlan River at Jemalong Weir Downstream,6.92,Rising,11:45 AM WED 17/08/22
Lachlan River at Condobolin Bridge,5.34,Rising,12:00 PM WED 17/08/22
Lachlan River at Hillston Weir,2.42,Steady,12:00 PM WED 17/08/22
Lachlan River at Booligal Weir,2.85,Steady,12:00 PM WED 17/08/22

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 Macquarie River
Issued at 10:58 AM EST on Wednesday 17 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 32

MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT WARREN
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WELLINGTON (MACQUARIE RIVER)
Spills from the Burrendong Dam combined with local rainfall have caused renewed and prolonged flooding along the Macquarie River.
River levels remain steady above the minor flood level along the Macquarie River at Wellington. Downstream at Warren, river levels remain steady above the moderate flood level.

Bell River:
Flooding is no longer expected along the Bell River at Wellington.
The Bell River at Wellington experienced a small peak of 2.70 metres around 07:00 pm Monday evening and is currently at 2.43 metres and steady below the minor flood level (3.40 metres).

Macquarie River downstream of Burrendong Dam:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Macquarie River at Wellington. Moderate flooding is occurring at Warren.
The Macquarie River at Wellington Bridge may reach near 5.70 metres Wednesday afternoon, with minor flooding.

The Macquarie River at Warren Town peaked at 8.96 metres around 12:30 pm Monday and is currently at 8.89 metres and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Macquarie River at Warren Town is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (8.50 m) into Thursday afternoon.

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 Thursday 18 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Bell River at Neurea,1.443,Falling,10:00 AM WED 17/08/22
Bell River at Wellington,2.43,Steady,10:00 AM WED 17/08/22
Macquarie River at Wellington Bridge,5.23,Steady,10:00 AM WED 17/08/22
Macquarie River at Dubbo,3.09,Rising,10:00 AM WED 17/08/22
Macquarie River at Baroona,5.31,Falling,10:00 AM WED 17/08/22
Macquarie River at Gin Gin Weir,8.94,Rising,10:00 AM WED 17/08/22
Macquarie River at Warren Town,8.89,Steady,10:00 AM WED 17/08/22
Macquarie River at Carinda,3.26,Steady,10:00 AM WED 17/08/22

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 Bogan River
Issued at 09:47 AM EST on Wednesday 17 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 40

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT MUDALL and MULGAWARRINA
RENEWED MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT GONGOLGON THIS WEEKEND
Rainfall across the Bogan catchment last week has caused renewed river rises and prolonged flooding.
The main flood peak has passed Peak Hill and Dandaloo, where flooding has eased. This peak is now approaching Mudall, where minor flooding is occurring (estimated).
These floodwaters have caused renewed minor flooding at Mulgawarrina (estimated) and may cause renewed minor flooding at Gongolgon this weekend.
Peak predictions will be provided as upstream peaks are observed.

Bogan River to Nyngan:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Bogan River at Mudall (estimated).
The Bogan River at Mudall is estimated to have peaked near the moderate flood level (3.00 metres) around Tuesday. Minor flooding is occurring at Mudall and is easing (estimated).

Lower Bogan River:
Renewed minor flooding is occurring along the Lower Bogan River at Mulgawarrina (estimated). Renewed minor flooding is possible at Gongolgon.
The Bogan River at Mulgawarrina may reach around 4.40 metres during Wednesday, with minor flooding. Further rises are likely.

The Bogan River at Gongolgon fell below the minor flood level (0.80 metres) early Monday morning.
Renewed rises to the minor flood level (0.80 metres) are possible at Gongolgon over the weekend.

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 Thursday 18 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Bogan River at Neurie Plains,1.71,Steady,09:00 AM WED 17/08/22
Bogan River at Nyngan,3.13,Rising,09:00 AM WED 17/08/22
Bogan River at Monkey Bridge,3.58,Rising,09:00 AM WED 17/08/22
Bogan River at Gongolgon,0.71,Falling,09:00 AM WED 17/08/22

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 Belubula River
Issued at 08:48 AM EST on Wednesday 17 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 3

FLOODING IS NO LONGER OCCURRING AT CANOWINDRA
The Belubula River at Canowindra has fallen below the minor flood level (2.60 metres). No further flooding is expected along the Belubula River.

Belubula River:
Flooding is no longer occurring along the Belubula River at Canowindra.
The Belubula River at Canowindra peaked at 2.64 metres around 09:30 am Tuesday 16 August, and fell below the minor flood level (2.60 metres) around 01:30 pm 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/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:
This is a final warning, no further warnings will be issued for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Belubula River at The Needles,1.33,Steady,08:00 AM WED 17/08/22
Belubula River at Canowindra Upstream,2.31,Steady,08:00 AM WED 17/08/22
Mandagery Creek at Toogong (Glenayr),1.09,Steady,06:00 AM WED 17/08/22
Mandagery Creek at Smithfeild,2.32,Steady,08:00 AM WED 17/08/22

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 10:48 AM EST on Monday 15 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 7

FLOODING NO LONGER OCCURRING AT MENDOORAN
The Castlereagh River at Mendooran has fallen below the minor flood level (3.3 metres).

Castlereagh River:
Flooding is no longer occurring at Mendooran.

The Castlereagh River at Mendooran fell below the minor flood level (3.30 metres) around 04:15pm Sunday.

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,2.86,Falling,10:00 AM MON 15/08/22
Castlereagh River at Lucas Bridge,3.28,Falling,10:00 AM MON 15/08/22
Castlereagh River at Gilgandra,4.06,Falling,01:00 PM 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.