Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Minor To Major Flood Warning For The Macquarie And Bell Rivers
Issued at 04:31 PM EST on Monday 15 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 30

WARREN PEAKING NEAR MAJOR FLOOD LEVEL
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WELLINGTON (MACQUARIE RIVER)
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 may occur along the Bell River at Wellington from Tuesday afternoon.
River levels along the Macquarie River at Narromine fell below the minor flood level Sunday night (estimated).
River levels along the Macquarie River at Warren are currently peaking near the major flood level (9.00 metres).

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 Tuesday afternoon, 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.
Subject to the spills from the Burrendong Dam, the Macquarie River at Wellington Bridge may reach around 5.90 metres Wednesday morning with minor flooding.

The Macquarie River at Narromine peaked at 6.60 metres around midnight Saturday into Sunday (estimated) and has fallen below the minor flood level (5.50 metres).

The Macquarie River at Warren Town is currently at 8.96 metres and peaking, near the major flood level.

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 Tuesday 16 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Molong Creek at Downstream Borenore Creek,0.76,Falling,04:00 PM MON 15/08/22
Bell River at Neurea,1.66,Rising,04:00 PM MON 15/08/22
Bell River at Wellington,2.66,Steady,04:00 PM MON 15/08/22
Macquarie River at Wellington Bridge,4.62,Rising,04:00 PM MON 15/08/22
Macquarie River at Dubbo,2.73,Steady,04:00 PM MON 15/08/22
Macquarie River at Baroona,5.02,Steady,04:00 PM MON 15/08/22
Macquarie River at Narromine,5.50,Falling,05:56 PM SUN 14/08/22
Macquarie River at Gin Gin Weir,8.41,Falling,04:00 PM MON 15/08/22
Macquarie River at Warren Town,8.96,Steady,04:00 PM MON 15/08/22
Macquarie River at Carinda,3.28,Steady,04:00 PM MON 15/08/22

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 12:09 PM EST on Monday 15 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 68

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT HILLSTON AND BOOLIGAL
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT CONDOBOLIN AND EUABALONG
Flooding has eased along the Lachlan River at Jemalong, where river levels fell below the minor flood level Sunday afternoon.
The main flood peak along the Lachlan River has now passed Jemalong, where minor flooding continues. Downstream at Condobolin, minor flooding is possible around Tuesday, with further rises through until Saturday.
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:
Flooding is no longer occurring along the Lachlan River downstream of Wyangala Dam to Jemalong Weir.
The Lachlan River at Jemalong Weir Downstream fell below the minor flood level (7.20 metres) on Sunday afternoon is currently at 6.91 metres and steady.

Lower Lachlan River downstream of Jemalong Weir to Euabalong:
Minor flooding is possible along the Lower Lachlan River at Condobolin and Euabalong.
The Lachlan River at Condobolin Bridge may reach the minor flood level (5.20 m) during Tuesday. The river level may reach around 5.50 metres during Saturday.

The Lachlan River at Euabalong may reach the minor flood level (6.40 m) during Thursday.

Lower Lachlan River downstream of Euabalong to Booligal Weir:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Lower Lachlan River at Booligal Weir and Hillston.
The Lachlan River at Hillston Weir is expected to remain around the minor flood level (2.40 metres) through to the end of the week.

The Lachlan River at Booligal Weir may reach around 2.90 metres around Wednesday, with minor flooding.

Lachlan River at Cottons Weir:
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 12:00 pm EST on Tuesday 16 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Boorowa River at Prossers Crossing,2.28,Falling,11:30 AM MON 15/08/22
Lachlan River at Cowra,4.41,Falling,11:30 AM MON 15/08/22
Lachlan River at Nanami,3.73,Rising,11:30 AM MON 15/08/22
Lachlan River at Forbes Iron Bridge,5.64,Falling,11:00 AM MON 15/08/22
Lachlan River at Cottons Weir,1.98,Falling,11:30 AM MON 15/08/22
Lachlan River at Jemalong Weir Downstream,6.91,Falling,10:54 AM MON 15/08/22
Lachlan River at Condobolin Bridge,5.01,Rising,11:00 AM MON 15/08/22
Lachlan River at Hillston Weir,2.43,Steady,11:00 AM MON 15/08/22
Lachlan River at Booligal Weir,2.84,Steady,11:00 AM MON 15/08/22

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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Minor To Moderate Flood Warning For The Bogan River
Issued at 10:32 AM EST on Monday 15 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 38

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT MUDALL ON TUESDAY
RENEWED MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT MULGAWARRINA AND GONGOLGON DURING LATE AUGUST
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) and moderate flooding is possible Tuesday.
An earlier flood peak along the Bogan River has passed Gongolgon, where flooding has eased. River levels may remain elevated near the minor flood level as floodwaters from last week's rainfall continue to extend downstream.

Bogan River to Nyngan:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Bogan River at Mudall.
The Bogan River at Dandaloo fell below the minor flood level (4.10 metres) on Sunday morning.

Minor flooding is estimated to be occurring along the Bogan River at Mudall.
The river level may reach the moderate flood level (3.00 m) around Tuesday.

Lower Bogan River:
Renewed minor flooding is possible along the Lower Bogan River at Mulgawarrina and Gongolgon.
The Bogan River at Mulgawarrina may reach the minor flood level (4.20 metres) around 22-24 August. Further rises are possible.

The Bogan River at Gongolgon fell below the minor flood level (0.80 metres) around midnight Sunday into Monday.
The Bogan River at Gongolgon may remain elevated near the minor flood level (0.80 metres) through to Wednesday.

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 10:30 am EST on Tuesday 16 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Bogan River at Mudall,2.42,Rising,10:00 AM SUN 14/08/22
Bogan River at Nyngan,2.96,Steady,10:00 AM MON 15/08/22
Bogan River at Monkey Bridge,2.94,Steady,08:00 AM MON 15/08/22
Bogan River at Gongolgon,0.78,Steady,10:00 AM MON 15/08/22

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.

Final Flood Watch For The New South Wales North And Central West Inland Rivers
Issued at 11:31 AM EST on Sunday 14 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 5
RAINFALL HAS EASED, WARNINGS CURRENT FOR SEVERAL INLAND NSW CATCHMENTS

The cold front has cleared out of New South Wales, and renewed flooding is no longer expected along the Upper Macintyre River, the Macquarie River to Bathurst, Molong Creek, or at Orange. Flood Warnings are current for New South Wales inland catchments from the Gwydir River to the Murray River.
The Bureau of Meteorology is continuing to monitor the situation and will issue further catchment-specific warnings if and when required.

Flooding is no longer expected for the following catchments:
Upper Macintyre River
Peel River
Macquarie River to Bathurst
Gwydir River
Orange, Molong and Bell River

Flood Warnings are current for the following catchments: Namoi, Gwydir, Castlereagh, Macquarie, Bell, Bogan, Lachlan, Murrumbidgee, Murray, Culgoa, Narran, Paroo, 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:
This is a final Flood Watch, no further watches will be issued for this event.