Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Minor To Major Flood Warning For The Macquarie River
Issued at 09:25 AM EST on Monday 08 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 15

MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WARREN
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WELLINGTON
Moderate rainfall late last week has caused minor to major flooding along the Macquarie River. The main flood peak has passed Gin Gin Weir and is now approaching Warren, where major flooding is occurring.
In response to upstream dam releases, at Wellington Bridge, the Macquarie River is expected to remain steady above minor flood levels from Monday morning. River levels downstream at Dubbo are expected to remain below minor flood levels.

Macquarie River downstream of Burrendong Dam:
Major flooding is occurring along the Macquarie River at Warren.
The Macquarie River at Wellington Bridge is expected to remain near 5.00 metres through to Tuesday morning, with minor flooding.

Based on recent manual river level observations, the Macquarie River at Warren is near 9.15 metres and rising slowly.
The Macquarie River at Warren town gauge is likely to peak near 9.25 metres around Monday afternoon, with major flooding.

Macquarie River at Narromine:
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/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 Monday 08 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Macquarie River at Wellington Bridge,5.03,Rising,09:00 AM MON 08/08/22
Macquarie River at Dubbo,2.71,Steady,09:00 AM MON 08/08/22
Macquarie River at Gin Gin Weir,8.73,Steady,09:00 AM MON 08/08/22
Macquarie River at Warren Weir,5.05,Steady,09:00 AM MON 08/08/22
Macquarie River at Warren Town,9.15,Steady,07:30 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 To Moderate Flood Warning For The Bogan River
Issued at 11:32 AM EST on Sunday 07 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 31

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT GONGOLGON MONDAY NIGHT
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT DANDALOO MONDAY MORNING
The main flood peak along the Bogan River has passed Monkey Bridge and is now approaching Gongolgon, where a moderate flood peak is possible Monday night.
Along the Bogan River upstream of Gongolgon, a second, smaller flood peak is now approaching Dandaloo, where minor flooding is possible from Monday morning.

Bogan River to Nyngan:
Minor flooding is possible along the Bogan River at Dandaloo.
The Bogan River at Dandaloo may peak near the minor flood level (4.10 metres) around Monday morning.

Lower Bogan River:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Lower Bogan River at Gongolgon.
The Bogan River at Gongolgon may peak near the moderate flood level (1.00 metres) around Monday night.

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 Monday 08 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Bogan River at Dandaloo,3.31,Rising,11:00 AM SUN 07/08/22
Bogan River at Neurie Plains,0.95,Steady,11:00 AM SUN 07/08/22
Bogan River at Nyngan,2.75,Steady,11:00 AM SUN 07/08/22
Bogan River at Monkey Bridge,2.86,Falling,11:00 AM SUN 07/08/22
Bogan River at Gongolgon,0.94,Rising,11:00 AM 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 Culgoa And Narran Rivers
Issued at 11:10 AM EST on Saturday 06 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 4

MODERATE FLOODING LIKELY AT ANGLEDOOL FROM SATURDAY
MINOR FLOODING LIKELY AT BRENDA FROM SATURDAY
Significant river level rises have been observed along the Narren River at Dirranbandi in Queensland, which has caused minor flooding along the Narren River at Angledool, and further rises to moderate flood level (3.5m) are likely during Saturday. Moderate flooding is likely to continue into next week.
Along the Culgoa river, minor flooding is likely to occur from Saturday.

Culgoa River:
Minor flooding likely at Brenda over the weekend.
The Culgoa River at Brenda is likely to reach the minor flood level (4.90 m) during Saturday. The river level is likely to remain above the minor flood level (4.90 m) during the weekend.

Narran River:
Minor flooding is occurring at Angledool, moderate flooding possible over the weekend.
The Narran River at New Angledool No 2 is currently at 3.46 metres and rising with minor flooding.
The Narran River at New Angledool No 2 is expected to reach the moderate flood level (3.50 m) during Saturday. Moderate flooding is likely to continue into early next week.

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 01:30 pm EST on Monday 08 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Culgoa River at Brenda,4.85,Steady,10:00 AM SAT 06/08/22
Culgoa River at Weilmoringle,4.60,Steady,10:00 AM SAT 06/08/22
Culgoa River at Kenebree,2.96,Steady,10:15 AM SAT 06/08/22
Birrie River at Goodooga,1.62,Steady,10:00 AM SAT 06/08/22
Bokhara River at Goodooga,2.30,Steady,09:45 AM SAT 06/08/22
Bokhara River at Goodwins,0.88,Steady,10:00 AM SAT 06/08/22
Narran River at New Angledool No 2,3.46,Steady,10:00 AM SAT 06/08/22

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 01:28 PM EST on Friday 05 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 50

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WILCANNIA, MENINDEE, POONCARIE AND BURTUNDY
Minor flooding is occurring along the Darling River at Wilcannia, where the river peaked above the moderate flood level on Sunday 24 July.
The main flood peak along the Darling River is now approaching Menindee.
At Menindee, the river level is likely to remain near 9.00 metres through to midweek next week 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.

Darling River downstream of Tilpa to Wilcannia:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Darling River at Wilcannia.
The Darling River at Wilcannia peaked around 9.85 metres on Sunday 24 July, with moderate flooding and is currently at 9.00 metres and falling, with minor flooding.

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 is likely to remain near 9.00 metres through to midweek next week, with minor flooding.

The Darling River at Pooncarie is currently at 6.86 metres and peaking, with minor flooding.
Depending on the release level from Menindee Lakes, the Darling River at Pooncarie may remain above the minor flood level (6.80 m) through to mid August.

The Darling River at Burtundy may peak near 6.70 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/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 Monday 08 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Barwon River at Mungindi,3.68,Steady,01:00 PM FRI 05/08/22
Barwon River at Mogil Mogil,2.46,Falling,09:00 PM THU 04/08/22
Barwon River at Collarenebri,2.12,Steady,12:00 PM FRI 05/08/22
Barwon River at Walgett,4.71,Falling,01:00 PM FRI 05/08/22
Barwon River at Brewarrina,3.12,Steady,12:00 PM FRI 05/08/22
Darling River at Bourke,7.30,Rising,01:00 PM FRI 05/08/22
Darling River at Louth,6.97,Rising,12:00 PM FRI 05/08/22
Darling River at Tilpa,7.41,Steady,01:00 PM FRI 05/08/22
Darling River at Wilcannia,9.00,Falling,01:00 PM FRI 05/08/22
Darling River at Menindee Town,8.99,Steady,01:00 PM FRI 05/08/22
Darling River at Menindee Weir 32,6.51,Steady,01:00 PM FRI 05/08/22
Darling River at Pooncarie,6.86,Steady,01:00 PM FRI 05/08/22
Darling River at Burtundy,6.63,Steady,01:00 PM FRI 05/08/22

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.