Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Major Flood Warning For The Paterson And Williams Rivers
Issued at 12:25 AM EST on Tuesday 20 May 2025
Flood Warning Number: 4

MAJOR FLOODING NEAR THE MARCH 2021 FLOOD POSSIBLE AT GOSTWYCK FROM TUESDAY MORNING
MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT DUNGOG AND MILL DAMS FALLS FROM TUESDAY MORNING
Heavy rainfall totals since Sunday have resulted in rapid river and creek level rises across the Paterson and Williams catchments. Moderate flooding is occurring along the Paterson River at Gostwyck Bridge where major flooding near the March 2021 flood is possible early Tuesday morning. Moderate flooding is occurring along the Williams River at Dungog and Mill Dams Falls where major flooding is possible from Tuesday morning.
Further moderate to heavy rainfall is forecast for the next few days, which may result in further rises.
A Severe Weather Warning is current for heavy and locally intense rainfall across parts of the Hunter Forecast District.
The situation is being closely monitored, and the warning will be updated as required.

Williams River:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Williams River where major flooding is possible from Tuesday morning.
The Williams River at Dungog is currently at 7.62 metres and rising, above the moderate flood level (7.60 m).
The Williams River at Dungog may reach the major flood level (8.50 m) Tuesday morning. Further rises are possible.

The Williams River at Mill Dam Falls is currently at 7.88 metres and rising, above the moderate flood level (7.60 m).
The Williams River at Mill Dam Falls may reach the major flood level (9.10 m) Tuesday morning. Further rises are possible.

Paterson River:
Major flooding is expected along the Paterson River.
The Paterson River at Gostwyck Bridge is currently at 12.02 metres and rising, above the moderate flood level (10.70 m).
The Paterson River at Gostwyck Bridge is expected to exceed the major flood level (12.20 m) early Tuesday morning. The river level may reach around 13.50 metres Tuesday morning with major flooding near the March 2021 flood level. Further rises are possible.

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/midnorth.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 06:00 am EST on Tuesday 20 May 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Williams River at Dungog,7.62,Rising,11:45 PM MON 19/05/25
Williams River at Mill Dam Falls,7.88,Rising,12:00 AM TUE 20/05/25
Allyn River at Halton,5.05,Rising,11:45 PM MON 19/05/25
Paterson River at Gostwyck Bridge,12.02,Rising,12:00 AM TUE 20/05/25

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

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Weather Warning
for Heavy, Locally Intense Rainfall And Damaging Winds

for Mid North Coast and parts of Hunter, Northern Tablelands and North West Slopes and Plains Forecast Districts.

Issued at 10:40 pm Monday, 19 May 2025.

HEAVY, LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL AND DAMAGING WINDS CONTINUING ABOUT THE NORTHERN HUNTER AND THE MID NORTH COAST.

Weather Situation
A coastal trough currently positioned offshore from the southern Mid North Coast is forecast to slowly track northwards into Tuesday, with heavy, locally intense rainfall and possible damaging winds expected over coastal and inland areas on the southern side of the trough. Damaging winds are likely to ease during Tuesday, while heavy, locally intense rainfall may continue into Wednesday.
HEAVY, LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL and DAMAGING WINDS for the following areas:
Mid North Coast, Hunter, North West Slopes and Plains and Northern Tablelands
Prolonged moderate rainfall with isolated areas of HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is forecast to continue for parts of the Mid North Coast, northern Hunter and adjacent parts of the North West Slopes & Plains and Northern Tablelands districts. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 60 and 100 mm are likely. 24-hourly rainfall totals between 90 and 130 mm are likely. Moderate to HEAVY RAINFALL is forecast to shift further north into the Mid North Coast during Tuesday, possibly continuing into Wednesday.
Locally INTENSE RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is also possible during this period with persistent heavy showers and isolated thunderstorms over coastal areas between Seal Rocks and Nambucca Heads, as well as inland elevated parts of the Mid North Coast district. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 100 and 170 mm are possible. 24-hourly rainfall totals between 160 and 200 mm are possible.
Southeasterly DAMAGING WINDS averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts of around 90 km/h are possible over coastal areas between Norah Head and Nambucca Heads for the remainder of tonight and into Tuesday. Damaging winds are expected to ease below warning thresholds by late Tuesday afternoon.
A Flood Watch and various Flood Warnings are current for multiple catchments. A separate warning for DAMAGING SURF is also current for the Hunter and Mid North Coast. Please refer to http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/.
Locations which may be affected include Port Macquarie, Taree, Kempsey, Gloucester, Forster, Seal Rocks, Barrington Tops, Wingham and Yarrowitch.
83.6 mm was recorded at Careys Peak (Barrington Tops) in the 6 hours to 10:30 pm.
79 mm was recorded at Mount Barrington in the 6 hours to 10:30 pm.
70 km/h sustained winds wind a 90 km/h wind gust were recorded at Norah Head around 9:30 pm.
68 km/h sustained winds were recorded at Nobby's Signal Station around 8:30 pm.
130 mm was recorded at Port Macquarie in the 6 hours to 3:40 pm.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Don't drive, ride or walk through flood water.
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.
* Be aware that run-off from rainfall in fire affected areas may behave differently and be more rapid. It may also contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks.
* After bushfires, heavy rain and the loss of foliage can make the ground soft and heavy, leading to a greater chance of landslides.
* Move vehicles under cover or away from trees.
* Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony.
* Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences.
* Trees that have been damaged by fire are likely to be more unstable and more likely to fall.
* Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill.
* Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring your local SES Unit on 132 500.

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 am AEST Tuesday.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Weather Warning
for Heavy, Locally Intense Rainfall And Damaging Winds

for Mid North Coast and parts of Hunter, Northern Tablelands and North West Slopes and Plains Forecast Districts.

Issued at 10:40 pm Monday, 19 May 2025.

HEAVY, LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL AND DAMAGING WINDS CONTINUING ABOUT THE NORTHERN HUNTER AND THE MID NORTH COAST.

Weather Situation
A coastal trough currently positioned offshore from the southern Mid North Coast is forecast to slowly track northwards into Tuesday, with heavy, locally intense rainfall and possible damaging winds expected over coastal and inland areas on the southern side of the trough. Damaging winds are likely to ease during Tuesday, while heavy, locally intense rainfall may continue into Wednesday.
HEAVY, LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL and DAMAGING WINDS for the following areas:
Mid North Coast, Hunter, North West Slopes and Plains and Northern Tablelands
Prolonged moderate rainfall with isolated areas of HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is forecast to continue for parts of the Mid North Coast, northern Hunter and adjacent parts of the North West Slopes & Plains and Northern Tablelands districts. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 60 and 100 mm are likely. 24-hourly rainfall totals between 90 and 130 mm are likely. Moderate to HEAVY RAINFALL is forecast to shift further north into the Mid North Coast during Tuesday, possibly continuing into Wednesday.
Locally INTENSE RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is also possible during this period with persistent heavy showers and isolated thunderstorms over coastal areas between Seal Rocks and Nambucca Heads, as well as inland elevated parts of the Mid North Coast district. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 100 and 170 mm are possible. 24-hourly rainfall totals between 160 and 200 mm are possible.
Southeasterly DAMAGING WINDS averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts of around 90 km/h are possible over coastal areas between Norah Head and Nambucca Heads for the remainder of tonight and into Tuesday. Damaging winds are expected to ease below warning thresholds by late Tuesday afternoon.
A Flood Watch and various Flood Warnings are current for multiple catchments. A separate warning for DAMAGING SURF is also current for the Hunter and Mid North Coast. Please refer to http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/.
Locations which may be affected include Port Macquarie, Taree, Kempsey, Gloucester, Forster, Seal Rocks, Barrington Tops, Wingham and Yarrowitch.
83.6 mm was recorded at Careys Peak (Barrington Tops) in the 6 hours to 10:30 pm.
79 mm was recorded at Mount Barrington in the 6 hours to 10:30 pm.
70 km/h sustained winds wind a 90 km/h wind gust were recorded at Norah Head around 9:30 pm.
68 km/h sustained winds were recorded at Nobby's Signal Station around 8:30 pm.
130 mm was recorded at Port Macquarie in the 6 hours to 3:40 pm.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Don't drive, ride or walk through flood water.
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.
* Be aware that run-off from rainfall in fire affected areas may behave differently and be more rapid. It may also contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks.
* After bushfires, heavy rain and the loss of foliage can make the ground soft and heavy, leading to a greater chance of landslides.
* Move vehicles under cover or away from trees.
* Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony.
* Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences.
* Trees that have been damaged by fire are likely to be more unstable and more likely to fall.
* Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill.
* Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring your local SES Unit on 132 500.

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 am AEST Tuesday.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

Coastal Hazard Warning
for DAMAGING SURF

for parts of Mid North Coast and Hunter Forecast Districts.

Issued at 10:16 pm Monday, 19 May 2025.


Damaging Surf possible from the Hunter to the Mid North Coast.

Weather Situation
A coastal trough near the Mid North Coast district is continuing to bring fresh to strong and gusty winds and elevated east to southeasterly waves between the Hunter and Mid North coasts.
DAMAGING SURF for the following areas:
Mid North Coast and Hunter
DAMAGING SURF CONDITIONS are possible between The Entrance to south of Port Macquarie, extending to south of Coffs Harbour Tuesday morning. These conditions may lead to localised damage and coastal erosion.
Beach conditions in these areas could be dangerous and people should stay well away from the surf and surf exposed areas.
Locations which may be affected include Coffs Harbour, Port Macquarie, Newcastle and The Entrance.
A Hazardous Surf Warning is also current.
A Severe Weather Warning for Heavy Rainfall and Damaging Winds has also been issued.
A Flood Watch is also current.
For all the latest warnings, please refer to http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings.


The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Stay vigilant and monitor conditions.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring your local SES Unit on 132 500.

The next Coastal Hazard Warning will be issued by 5:00 am AEST Tuesday.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

Coastal Hazard Warning
for DAMAGING SURF

for parts of Mid North Coast and Hunter Forecast Districts.

Issued at 10:16 pm Monday, 19 May 2025.


Damaging Surf possible from the Hunter to the Mid North Coast.

Weather Situation
A coastal trough near the Mid North Coast district is continuing to bring fresh to strong and gusty winds and elevated east to southeasterly waves between the Hunter and Mid North coasts.
DAMAGING SURF for the following areas:
Mid North Coast and Hunter
DAMAGING SURF CONDITIONS are possible between The Entrance to south of Port Macquarie, extending to south of Coffs Harbour Tuesday morning. These conditions may lead to localised damage and coastal erosion.
Beach conditions in these areas could be dangerous and people should stay well away from the surf and surf exposed areas.
Locations which may be affected include Coffs Harbour, Port Macquarie, Newcastle and The Entrance.
A Hazardous Surf Warning is also current.
A Severe Weather Warning for Heavy Rainfall and Damaging Winds has also been issued.
A Flood Watch is also current.
For all the latest warnings, please refer to http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings.


The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Stay vigilant and monitor conditions.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring your local SES Unit on 132 500.

The next Coastal Hazard Warning will be issued by 5:00 am AEST Tuesday.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

Marine Wind Warning Summary for New South Wales

Issued at 10:00 PM EST on Monday 19 May 2025
for the period until midnight EST Tuesday 20 May 2025

Wind Warnings for Monday 19 May
Gale Warning for the following areas:
Macquarie Coast and Hunter Coast
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Sydney Enclosed Waters, Coffs Coast, Sydney Coast and Illawarra Coast

Wind Warnings for Tuesday 20 May
Gale Warning for the following areas:
Coffs Coast, Macquarie Coast and Hunter Coast
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Sydney Enclosed Waters, Byron Coast, Sydney Coast and Illawarra Coast

The next marine wind warning summary will be issued by 4:10 am EST Tuesday.
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Check the latest Coastal Waters Forecast or Local
Waters Forecast at http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts/map.shtml for information on wind,
wave and weather conditions for these coastal zones.
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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

Warning to Sheep Graziers

for Mid North Coast and Hunter forecast districts

Issued at 09:44 PM EST on Monday 19 May 2025

Warning to Sheep Graziers for the following areas:
Mid North Coast and Hunter forecast districts
Sheep graziers are warned that cold temperatures, heavy rain and showers and southeasterly winds are expected during tonight and Tuesday. Areas likely to be affected include parts of the Mid North Coast and Hunter forecast districts. There is a risk of losses of lambs and sheep exposed to these conditions.
Cancellation of Warning to Sheep Graziers for the following areas:
Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes, Snowy Mountains and Australian Capital Territory forecast districts
The Warning to Sheep Graziers for the Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes, Snowy Mountains and Australian Capital Territory forecast districts has been cancelled.

The next warning will be issued by 5:00 am EST Tuesday.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Minor To Major Flood Warning For The Manning And Gloucester Rivers
Issued at 09:16 PM EST on Monday 19 May 2025
Flood Warning Number: 3

MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT GLOUCESTER TUESDAY MORNING
MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT WINGHAM AND TAREE FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT CROKI WHARF FROM LATE TUESDAY MORNING
Moderate to heavy rainfall is forecast across the Manning and Gloucester River catchments from overnight Monday into Tuesday and over the next few days. This is likely to result in river and creek level rises. Major flooding is possible along the Gloucester River at Gloucester from Tuesday morning. Minor to moderate flooding is possible along the Manning River at Wingham, Taree and Croki Wharf from Tuesday morning.
A severe Weather Warning is current for the Manning and Gloucester Rivers.
The situation is being closely monitored, and the warning will be update as required.

Gloucester River:
Major flooding may occur along the Gloucester River.
The Gloucester River at Gloucester is currently at 2.48 metres and rising, below the minor flood level (4.30 m).
The Gloucester River at Gloucester may exceed the minor flood level (4.30 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday. The river level may exceed the moderate flood level (4.90 m) Tuesday morning and may reach the major flood level (5.20 m) late Tuesday morning. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.

Manning River:
Minor to moderate flooding may occur along the Manning River.
The Manning River at Wingham is currently at 1.64 metres and rising, below the minor flood level (4.90 m).
The Manning River at Wingham may exceed the minor flood level early Tuesday morning. The river level may reach the moderate flood level (8.90 m) Tuesday afternoon. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.

The Manning River at Taree is currently at 0.73 metres and rising, below the minor flood level (1.80 m).
The Manning River at Taree may exceed the minor flood level (1.80 m) late Tuesday morning. The river level may reach the moderate flood level (2.40 m) late Tuesday afternoon. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.

The Manning River at Croki Wharf is currently at 0.70 metres and rising, below the minor flood level (1.50 m).
The Manning River at Croki Wharf may reach the minor flood level (1.50 m) late Tuesday morning. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.

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/midnorth.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 am EST on Tuesday 20 May 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Gloucester River at Gloucester,2.48,Rising,09:00 PM MON 19/05/25
Manning River at Mount George,1.36,Rising,09:00 PM MON 19/05/25
Manning River at Killawarra Bridge,3.44,Rising,09:00 PM MON 19/05/25
Manning River at Wingham,1.64,Rising,09:00 PM MON 19/05/25
Manning River at Taree,0.73,Rising,09:00 PM MON 19/05/25
Manning River at Croki Wharf,0.70,Rising,09:00 PM MON 19/05/25
Manning River at Harrington,0.69,Rising,09:00 PM MON 19/05/25

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

Hazardous Surf Warning for New South Wales

Issued at 05:27 PM EST on Monday 19 May 2025

Weather Situation
Surf and swell conditions are expected to be hazardous for coastal activities such as rock fishing, boating, and swimming in the following areas.
Hazardous Surf Warning for the following areas:
Coffs Coast, Macquarie Coast, Hunter Coast and Sydney Coast
Cancellation for the following areas:
Illawarra Coast

Warnings for Tuesday 20 May

Hazardous Surf Warning for the following areas:
Byron Coast, Coffs Coast, Macquarie Coast, Hunter Coast and Sydney Coast

Warnings for Wednesday 21 May

Hazardous Surf Warning for the following areas:
Byron Coast, Coffs Coast, Macquarie Coast, Hunter Coast and Sydney Coast

NSW Police Force, Marine Area Command advise that:
People should consider staying out of the water and avoid walking near surf-exposed areas.
Rock fishers should avoid coastal rock platforms exposed to the ocean and seek a safe location that is sheltered from the surf.
Boaters planning to cross shallow water and ocean bars should consider changing or delaying their voyage.
Boaters already on the water should carry the appropriate safety equipment and wear a lifejacket.
Boaters should remember to log on with their local Marine Rescue radio base, via VHF Radio or the Marine Rescue APP, and consider their safety management plan.

The next warning will be issued by 5:00 am EST Tuesday.
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Check the Coastal Waters Forecast for information
on wind, wave and weather conditions for
these areas at http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/ or on marine
radio.
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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Initial Moderate Flood Warning For The Hunter River And For The Wollombi Brook
Issued at 04:21 PM EST on Monday 19 May 2025
Flood Warning Number: 1

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT MAITLAND TUESDAY EVENING AND AT WOLLOMBI AND BULGA OVERNIGHT TUESDAY
Moderate to heavy rainfall is forecast across the Hunter River catchment over the next few days. This is likely to result in river and creek level rises, where moderate flooding is possible along the Wollombi Brook at Wollombi and Bulga and along the Hunter River at Maitland.
A Flood Watch and a Severe Weather Warning are current for the Hunter River catchment.
The situation is being closely monitored, and the warning will be update as required.

Wollombi Brook:
Moderate flooding may occur along the Wollombi Brook.
The Wollombi Brook at Wollombi is currently at 1.93 metres and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Wollombi Brook at Wollombi may exceed the minor flood level (6.70 m) Tuesday afternoon. The river level may reach the moderate flood level (8.60 m) overnight Tuesday into Wednesday, with forecast rainfall.

The Wollombi Brook at Bulga is currently at 1.31 metres and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Wollombi Brook at Bulga may exceed the minor flood level (3.00 m) Tuesday afternoon. The river level may reach the moderate flood level (3.70 m) overnight Tuesday into Wednesday, with forecast rainfall.

Lower Hunter:
Moderate flooding may occur along the Lower Hunter.
The Hunter River at Maitland (Belmore Bridge) is currently at 2.17 metres and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Hunter River at Maitland (Belmore Bridge) may exceed the minor flood level (5.90 m) Tuesday morning. The river level may reach the moderate flood level (8.90 m) from Tuesday evening, with forecast rainfall.

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/midnorth.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 20 May 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Kingdon Ponds at Scone,0.29,Steady,03:21 PM MON 19/05/25
Hunter River at Aberdeen,2.45,Steady,03:45 PM MON 19/05/25
Hunter River at Muswellbrook,1.20,Steady,03:45 PM MON 19/05/25
Hunter River at Denman,1.96,Steady,03:45 PM MON 19/05/25
Goulburn River at Sandy Hollow,1.02,Steady,04:00 PM MON 19/05/25
Hunter River at Liddell,5.52,Steady,04:00 PM MON 19/05/25
Wollombi Brook at Bulga,1.31,Steady,03:45 PM MON 19/05/25
Hunter River at Singleton,2.03,Steady,04:00 PM MON 19/05/25
Hunter River at Greta,5.38,Rising,03:45 PM MON 19/05/25
Hunter River at Maitland (Belmore Bridge),2.17,Rising,04:00 PM MON 19/05/25
Hunter River at Raymond Terrace,1.33,Rising,04:00 PM MON 19/05/25

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.

Flood Watch For Parts Of The Northern Rivers, Hunter And Mid North Coast
Issued at 12:32 PM EST on Monday 19 May 2025
Flood Watch Number: 4
MINOR TO MODERATE FLOODING LIKELY IN PARTS OF THE NORTHERN RIVERS, HUNTER AND MID NORTH COAST FROM MONDAY EVENING, WITH ISOLATED MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE

A coastal trough is positioned about the southern Mid North Coast, and is forecast to slowly track northwards into Tuesday. This trough is expected to bring multiple days of widespread moderate to heavy rainfall about central parts of the NSW coast and is likely to cause minor to moderate flooding from Monday evening.
Catchments in the Flood Watch area are relatively wet.
The exact location and timing of the heaviest falls is uncertain. However, isolated major flooding, alongside localised river level rises, and flash flooding are likely within the areas of heaviest rainfall.
Flood Classes (minor, moderate, major) are only defined for catchments where the Bureau provides a flood warning service.
A severe weather warning is current for Mid North Coast and parts of Hunter, Northern Tablelands and North West Slopes and Plains Forecast Districts.

Catchments likely to be affected include:
Orara River
Bellinger and Kalang Rivers
Nambucca River
Macleay River
Hastings River
Camden Haven River
Manning and Gloucester Rivers
Wallis Lake
Karuah River
Goulburn and Upper Hunter Rivers
Wollombi Brook and Lower Hunter River
Newcastle Area
Lake Macquarie
Myall River
Paterson and Williams Rivers

Flood warnings current in the following catchments: Warrego, Darling, Paterson and Williams, Myall and Tuggerah Lake.

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 01:00 pm EST on Tuesday 20 May 2025.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Myall River
Issued at 09:02 AM EST on Monday 19 May 2025
Flood Warning Number: 1

MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT BULAHDELAH OVERNIGHT MONDAY
Moderate to heavy rainfall totals have been observed overnight Sunday, which has resulted in river and creek level rises across the catchment.
Further moderate to heavy rainfall is forecast for the next few days, this rainfall may result in further rises.
A Flood Watch and A Severe Weather Warning are current for the Myall River catchment.
The situation is being closely monitored, and the warning will be update as required.

Myall River:
Minor flooding may occur along the Myall River.

The Myall River at Bulahdelah is currently at 1.36 metres and rising, below the minor flood level (3.00 m).
The Myall River at Bulahdelah may reach the minor flood level (3.00 m) overnight Monday into 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/midnorth.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 Tuesday 20 May 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Myall River at Markwell,2.71,Rising,08:59 AM MON 19/05/25
Myall River at Bulahdelah,1.36,Rising,09:00 AM MON 19/05/25

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

Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Tuggerah Lake
Issued at 08:03 AM EST on Monday 19 May 2025
Flood Warning Number: 1

MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT LONG JETTY OVERNIGHT MONDAY INTO TUESDAY
Moderate to heavy rainfall totals have been observed overnight Sunday, which has resulted in river and creek level rises across the catchment.
Further moderate to heavy rainfall is forecast for the next few days, this rainfall may result in further rises.
The situation is being closely monitored, and the warning will be update as required.

Tuggerah Lake:
Minor flooding may occur along the Tuggerah Lake.
The Tuggerah Lake at Long Jetty is currently at 0.63 metres and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Tuggerah Lake at Long Jetty may reach the minor flood level (0.90 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.

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: http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/greatersydney.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 20 May 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Jilliby Creek at Jilliby,3.55,Rising,07:00 AM MON 19/05/25
Tuggerah Lake at Long Jetty,0.63,Rising,07:45 AM MON 19/05/25
Tuggerah Lake at The Entrance,0.64,Steady,07:45 AM MON 19/05/25

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.