Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Minor Flood Warning For The Bogan River
Issued at 02:19 PM EST on Thursday 18 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 41

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT MUDALL and MULGAWARRINA
RENEWED MINOR FLOODING LIKELY AT GONGOLGON FROM THIS WEEKEND
Rainfall across the Bogan catchment last week has caused renewed river rises and prolonged flooding.
The main flood peak along the Bogan River is currently passing Neurie Plains.
River levels at Nyngan are expected to remain below the moderate flood level (3.50 metres).
These floodwaters have caused renewed minor flooding at Mulgawarrina (estimated) and is likely to cause renewed minor flooding at Gongolgon from 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.
The Bogan River at Mudall peaked near 3.00 metres Tuesday morning (estimated) with moderate flooding, and is currently around 2.87 metres (estimated) and falling, with minor flooding.
The Bogan River at Mudall may remain above the minor flood level (2.70 m) until early next week.

Lower Bogan River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Lower Bogan River at Mulgawarrina (estimated). Renewed minor flooding is likely at Gongolgon.
The Bogan River at Mulgawarrina may reach around 4.60 metres around Tuesday next week, with minor flooding. Further rises are possible.

The Bogan River at Gongolgon fell below the minor flood level (0.80 metres) early Monday morning 15 August.
The Bogan River at Gongolgon is likely to exceed the minor flood level (0.80 m) over the weekend. The river level may reach around 0.90 metres midweek next week 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 02:00 pm EST on Friday 19 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Bogan River at Peak Hill,0.69,Steady,02:00 PM THU 18/08/22
Bogan River at Dandaloo,2.65,Falling,02:00 PM THU 18/08/22
Bogan River at Neurie Plains,1.70,Falling,02:00 PM THU 18/08/22
Bogan River at Nyngan,3.21,Rising,02:00 PM THU 18/08/22
Bogan River at Monkey Bridge,3.88,Rising,02:00 PM THU 18/08/22
Bogan River at Gongolgon,0.71,Steady,02:00 PM THU 18/08/22

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 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 Culgoa River
Issued at 02:12 PM EST on Wednesday 17 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 12

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WEILMORINGLE AND KENEBREE
Upstream floodwaters from Queensland have caused minor to moderate flooding along the Culgoa River. Flooding has now eased at Brenda, where river levels fell below the minor flood level Sunday afternoon.
The main flood peak along the Culgoa River is now approaching Weilmoringle, where minor flooding is occurring and a peak is likely towards the end of the week. Downstream, minor flooding is also occurring at Kenebree with a peak expected later next week.

Culgoa River:
Minor flooding is occurring at Weilmoringle and Kenebree.
The Culgoa River at Weilmoringle may peak near 5.30 metres around Friday, with minor flooding.

The Culgoa River at Kenebree may reach near 5.40 metres around 26-28 August, with minor flooding.

Culgoa River at Brenda:
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/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 01:00 pm EST on Friday 19 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Culgoa River at Brenda,2.69,Falling,01:45 PM WED 17/08/22
Culgoa River at Weilmoringle,5.26,Rising,10:00 AM WED 17/08/22
Culgoa River at Kenebree,4.89,Rising,02:00 PM WED 17/08/22
Birrie River at Goodooga,1.43,Falling,01:00 PM WED 17/08/22
Bokhara River at Goodooga,2.28,Steady,01:30 PM WED 17/08/22
Bokhara River at Goodwins,1.42,Rising,11:00 AM WED 17/08/22
Narran River at New Angledool No 2,2.06,Steady,01:00 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 Paroo River (Nsw)
Issued at 01:38 PM EST on Wednesday 17 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 4

MINOR FLOODING IS OCCURRING AT WILLARA CROSSING
Flood waters from the Paroo River in Queensland have reached New South Wales, with minor flooding occurring at Willara Crossing.

Paroo River (NSW):
Minor flooding is occurring along the Paroo River (NSW).

The Paroo River at Willara Crossing peaked at 0.90 metres around 03:15 am Wednesday 17 August and is currently at 0.87 metres and falling, with minor flooding.
The Paroo River at Willara Crossing is likely to remain above the minor flood level (0.70 m) during 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/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 02:00 pm EST on Thursday 18 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Paroo River at Caiwarro,1.27,Falling,01:00 PM WED 17/08/22
Paroo River at Willara Crossing,0.87,Falling,01:15 PM WED 17/08/22
Turra at Cuttaburra Channel,1.48,Steady,01:00 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.