Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Minor Flood Warning For The Bogan River
Issued at 01:48 PM EST on Friday 19 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 42

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 at Nyngan, where river levels are currently peaking below the moderate flood level (3.50 metres).
These floodwaters have caused renewed minor flooding at Mulgawarrina (estimated) and are likely to cause renewed minor flooding at Gongolgon from this weekend.

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 falling, with minor flooding.
The Bogan River at Mudall is expected to 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 is likely to exceed the minor flood level (0.80 m) during Sunday. The river level may reach near 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 Monday 22 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Bogan River at Peak Hill,0.70,Steady,01:00 PM FRI 19/08/22
Bogan River at Dandaloo,2.64,Steady,01:00 PM FRI 19/08/22
Bogan River at Neurie Plains,1.60,Falling,01:00 PM FRI 19/08/22
Bogan River at Nyngan,3.24,Steady,01:00 PM FRI 19/08/22
Bogan River at Monkey Bridge,4.11,Rising,01:00 PM FRI 19/08/22
Bogan River at Gongolgon,0.73,Rising,01:00 PM FRI 19/08/22

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 11:59 AM EST on Friday 19 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 73

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT COTTONS WEIR, JEMALONG AND DOWNSTREAM
Floodwaters from the upper Lachlan River and its tributaries have caused renewed and prolonged flooding, along the Lachlan River.
The main flood peak along the Lachlan River has passed Forbes Friday morning, where the river peaked below the minor flood level (8.80 metres). This flood peak is now at Cottons Weir, where river levels are currently steady above the minor flood level (3.50 metres).
Downstream of Cottons Weir, minor flooding occurring at Jemalong, Condobolin and Euabalong.
At Hillston and Booligal, river levels remain steady above minor flood levels due to an earlier extended flood peak.
A Flood Watch is current for the Lachlan River to Cottons Weir, the Belubula River and Mandagery Creek.

Lachlan River downstream of Wyangala Dam to Jemalong Weir:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Lachlan River at Cottons Weir and Jemalong.
The Lachlan River at Cottons Weir is currently at 4.27 metres and steady, near its peak, with minor flooding.

The Lachlan River at Jemalong Weir Downstream may peak near 7.40 metres during Sunday, with minor flooding.

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

The Lachlan River at Euabalong 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 Saturday 20 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Boorowa River at Prossers Crossing,1.48,Falling,11:15 AM FRI 19/08/22
Lachlan River at Cowra,4.39,Rising,11:30 AM FRI 19/08/22
Lachlan River at Nanami,5.43,Falling,11:30 AM FRI 19/08/22
Lachlan River at Forbes Iron Bridge,8.20,Steady,11:00 AM FRI 19/08/22
Lachlan River at Cottons Weir,4.27,Steady,11:30 AM FRI 19/08/22
Lachlan River at Jemalong Weir Downstream,7.29,Rising,10:45 AM FRI 19/08/22
Lachlan River at Condobolin Bridge,5.43,Steady,11:00 AM FRI 19/08/22
Lachlan River at Euabalong,6.43,Rising,09:30 AM FRI 19/08/22
Lachlan River at Hillston Weir,2.42,Steady,11:00 AM FRI 19/08/22
Lachlan River at Booligal Weir,2.85,Steady,11:00 AM FRI 19/08/22

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 10:44 AM EST on Friday 19 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 34

MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT WARREN LATE FRIDAY
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WELLINGTON AND LIKELY AT NARROMINE FRIDAY
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. Minor flooding is likely at Narromine during Friday.
Moderate flooding is occurring at Warren, where river levels may reach the major flood level (9.00 metres) late Friday.

Macquarie River downstream of Burrendong Dam:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Macquarie River at Wellington and is likely at Narromine . Moderate flooding is occurring at Warren, with major flooding possible.
The Macquarie River at Wellington Bridge is currently at 5.58 metres and steady, with minor flooding.

The Macquarie River at Narromine is likely to exceed the minor flood level (5.50 m) during Friday. The river level may reach around 6.50 metres Saturday morning, with minor flooding.

The Macquarie River at Warren Town may reach the major flood level (9.00 metres) late Friday. The river level is likely to remain around the major flood level 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 11:00 am EST on Saturday 20 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Molong Creek at Downstream Borenore Creek,0.70,Steady,10:00 AM FRI 19/08/22
Bell River at Neurea,1.20,Steady,10:00 AM FRI 19/08/22
Bell River at Wellington,2.03,Steady,10:00 AM FRI 19/08/22
Macquarie River at Wellington Bridge,5.58,Steady,10:00 AM FRI 19/08/22
Macquarie River at Dubbo,3.43,Rising,10:00 AM FRI 19/08/22
Macquarie River at Baroona,5.48,Steady,10:00 AM FRI 19/08/22
Macquarie River at Gin Gin Weir,8.99,Steady,10:00 AM FRI 19/08/22
Macquarie River at Warren Town,8.96,Steady,10:00 AM FRI 19/08/22
Macquarie River at Carinda,3.23,Steady,10:00 AM FRI 19/08/22

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 09:28 AM EST on Friday 19 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 17

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT BUGILBONE AND GOANGRA
The Namoi River at Wee Waa (Glencoe) has fallen below the minor flood level (5.30 metres).
The main flood peak along the Namoi River is now approaching Bugilbone, where river levels are likely to peak early next week, with minor flooding.
Minor flooding continues along the Namoi River at Goangra.

Namoi River:
Minor flooding is occurring at Bugilbone and Goangra.
The Namoi River at Wee Waa (Glencoe) peaked at 6.18 metres around 09:15 am Thursday 18 August, with minor flooding. The river level fell below the minor flood level (5.30 metres) early Thursday morning.

The Namoi River at Bugilbone may peak near 5.30 metres around Monday, with minor flooding.

The Namoi River at Goangra may reach 6.00 metres around mid 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/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 Saturday 20 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Goonoon Goonoo Creek at Goonoo Goonoo,0.74,Steady,08:00 AM FRI 19/08/22
Peel River at Piallamore,1.58,Steady,08:00 AM FRI 19/08/22
Cockburn River at Mulla Crossing,0.77,Falling,08:00 AM FRI 19/08/22
Peel River at Carrol Gap,1.46,Steady,08:00 AM FRI 19/08/22
Namoi River at Manilla,1.60,Steady,08:00 AM FRI 19/08/22
Mooki River at Breeza Station,1.43,Falling,08:30 AM FRI 19/08/22
Namoi River at Gunnedah,2.24,Falling,08:00 AM FRI 19/08/22
Coxs Creek at Boggabri,1.55,Falling,08:30 AM FRI 19/08/22
Namoi River at Boggabri,3.59,Falling,08:00 AM FRI 19/08/22
Narrabri Creek at Narrabri,2.56,Falling,08:00 AM FRI 19/08/22
Namoi River at Wee Waa (Glencoe),4.82,Falling,08:00 AM FRI 19/08/22
Namoi River at Bugilbone,5.08,Steady,08:00 AM FRI 19/08/22
Namoi River at Goangra,5.59,Rising,08:00 AM FRI 19/08/22

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.