Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Initial Moderate Flood Warning For The Belubula River
Issued at 06:02 PM EDT on Wednesday 08 December 2021
Flood Watch Number: 1

MODERATE FLOODING LIKELY AT CANOWINDRA THURSDAY MORNING
Moderate rainfall on Wednesday has caused significant river level rises along the Belubula River at Carcoar Dam D/S and along the Flyer's Creek at Beneree, which has be potential to cause moderate flooding at Canowindra Thursday morning.
More rain is forecast for overnight Wednesday and Thursday which may cause additional river level rises.

Belubula River:
Moderate flooding is likely along the Belubula River at Canowindra Thursday morning.
The Belubula River at Canowindra Upstream is likely to reach around 4.80 metres Thursday morning with moderate flooding. 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/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 09:00 pm EDT on Wednesday 08 December 2021.

Latest River Heights:
Belubula River at The Needles,0.77,Steady,03:00 PM WED 08/12/21
Belubula River at Canowindra Upstream,1.73,Steady,05:00 PM WED 08/12/21
Mandagery Creek at Toogong (Glenayr),1.28,Steady,05:00 PM WED 08/12/21
Mandagery Creek at Smithfeild,2.04,Rising,04:00 PM WED 08/12/21

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
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Damaging Winds, Large Hailstones And Heavy Rainfall

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

Issued at 5:14 pm Wednesday, 8 December 2021.

Severe thunderstorms are continuing throughout parts of the central east and northern NSW.

Weather Situation
A surface trough over NSW extending across QLD and a broad upper trough over eastern Australia will aid the development of thunderstorms across NSW this afternoon.
DAMAGING WINDS, LARGE HAILSTONES and HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Mid North Coast, Hunter, Central Tablelands, North West Slopes and Plains, Central West Slopes and Plains, Upper Western and Northern Tablelands
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds, large hailstones and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Katoomba, Tamworth, Gunnedah, Narrabri, Walgett and Lightning Ridge.
Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Metropolitan, Illawarra and Southern Tablelands districts and the warning for these districts is CANCELLED.
Cancellation for the following areas:
Illawarra,Southern Tablelands,Sydney Metropolitan

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Move your car 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.
* 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.
* Trees that have been damaged by fire are likely to be more unstable and more likely to fall.
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water.
* 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.
* Unplug computers and appliances.
* Avoid using the phone during the storm.
* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.
* Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500.

The next warning is due to be issued by 8:15 pm.
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
This Flood Watch provides early advice of possible flooding within the specified catchments.

Flood Watch For The New South Wales North West, Central West And South Coast
Issued at 12:24 PM EDT on Wednesday 08 December 2021
Flood Watch Number: 4
RENEWED FLOODING POSSIBLE FOR THE NORTH WEST AND CENTRAL WEST CATCHMENTS FROM LATE WEDNESDAY
FLOODING POSSIBLE IN THE SOUTH COAST FROM THURSDAY
FLOOD WARNINGS CURRENT FOR NSW INLAND RIVERS

Flood warnings are current for New South Wales North and Central West Inland catchments from the Namoi to the Murrumbidgee Rivers.
Renewed river level rises and flooding is possible from late Wednesday across the Upper Macintyre, Gwydir, Castlereagh, Peel, Macquarie and Belubula Rivers from rainfall associated with a deepening trough extending across inland New South Wales.
During Thursday a low pressure system will likely form along the southern and central coast. This has the potential to cause heavy rainfall and riverine flooding along the NSW South Coast, Snowy and Upper Murray and Mitta Mitta Rivers from Thursday.
Renewed river rises are also possible in the Lachlan, Namoi, Macquarie and Bogan Rivers where flood warnings are current. The situation is being closely monitored and warnings will be updated to reflect any renewed rises as the situation develops.
Catchments are wet following persistent and recurring rainfall in recent weeks.
A Flood Watch is current for widespread areas of Southern Queensland.
A Flood Watch is current in Victoria for the Gippsland, parts of the North East Victoria and the Werribee River Catchment.
The weather system is expected to cause flooding for the catchments listed from Wednesday. Flood classes (minor, moderate, major) are only defined for catchments where the Bureau provides a flood warning service.

Additional catchments likely to be affected include:
Moruya and Deua Rivers
Tuross River
Bega River
Towamba River
Upper Macintyre River
Gwydir River
Peel River
Castlereagh River
Macquarie River to Bathurst
Belubula River
Snowy River
Upper Murray and Mitta Mitta Rivers
Bellinger and Kalang Rivers

Flood Warnings are current for the following catchments: Kingdon Pond, Namoi, Macquarie, Bogan, Lachlan, Murrumbidgee, Warrego, Paroo, Barwon, Macintyre and Weir Rivers.
Flooding is no longer expected in the following catchments: Bellinger and Kalang 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:
The next Flood Watch will be issued by 02:00 pm EDT on Thursday 09 December 2021.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Minor To Major Flood Warning For The Barwon River
Issued at 11:38 AM EDT on Wednesday 08 December 2021
Flood Watch Number: 12

MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT MUNGINDI
MAJOR FLOODING LIKELY AT MOGIL MOGIL FROM TUESDAY 15 DECEMBER
Floodwaters from the Weir River combined with floodwaters from the Macintyre River has caused major flooding along the Barwon River at Mungindi where river levels are likely to peak during Friday 10 December at a level higher than the January 2011 flood.
Floodwaters from the Namoi River combined with floodwaters in the Barwon River is likely to cause the Barwon River at Walgett to peak this weekend with minor flooding.
Predictions for Brewarrina and downstream locations will be provided once the upstream peaks are observed.
A Major Flood Warning is current for the Macintyre and Weir Rivers.

Barwon River Mungindi to Collarenebri:
Major flooding is occurring along the Barwon River at Mungindi. Major flooding likely at Mogil Mogil and minor flooding expected at Collarenebri.
The Barwon River at Mungindi may peak near 7.80 metres during Friday 10 December with major flooding.

The Barwon River at Mogil Mogil is expected to exceed the minor flood level (7.50 m) during Sunday 12 December. The river level may reach the major flood level (8.30 m) during Wednesday 15 December. There is no moderate flood level defined for Mogil Mogil.

The Barwon River at Collarenebri is expected to exceed the minor flood level (5.80 m) during Tuesday 14 December. The river level may reach around 6.50 metres during Friday 17 December with minor flooding.

Barwon River downstream of Collarenebri to Walgett:
Minor flooding is expected along the Barwon River at Walgett.
The Barwon River at Walgett is expected to exceed the minor flood level (10.50 m) during Thursday 9 December. The river level may reach around 11.80 metres during Sunday 12 December 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 12:00 pm EDT on Thursday 09 December 2021.

Latest River Heights:
Barwon River at Mungindi,7.41,Rising,10:15 AM WED 08/12/21
Barwon River at Mogil Mogil,6.69,Rising,10:00 AM WED 08/12/21
Barwon River at Collarenebri,3.99,Rising,09:00 AM WED 08/12/21
Barwon River at Walgett,10.19,Rising,10:00 AM WED 08/12/21
Barwon River at Brewarrina,3.87,Rising,06:00 AM WED 08/12/21
Darling River at Bourke,7.03,Rising,06:00 AM WED 08/12/21
Darling River at Louth,6.04,Rising,09:00 AM WED 08/12/21
Darling River at Tilpa,5.55,Rising,10:00 AM WED 08/12/21
Darling River at Wilcannia,4.14,Rising,10:00 AM WED 08/12/21
Darling River at Menindee Town,6.06,Rising,10:00 AM WED 08/12/21
Darling River at Menindee Weir 32,3.63,Rising,10:00 AM WED 08/12/21
Darling River at Pooncarie,3.28,Rising,10:00 AM WED 08/12/21
Darling River at Burtundy,2.10,Rising,10:00 AM WED 08/12/21

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

Moderate Flood Warning For The Bogan River
Issued at 11:09 AM EDT on Wednesday 08 December 2021
Flood Watch Number: 22

MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT MUDALL
A moderate flood peak is expected at Mudall during Wednesday.
Predictions for Nyngan and the Lower Bogan River downstream locations will be provided once the upstream peaks have been observed.
Rainfall is forecast across New South Wales during Wednesday and Thursday, this rainfall may cause renewed flooding along the Bogan River. The situation is being closely monitored and revised prediction will be provided if necessary.

Bogan River to Nyngan:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Bogan River at Mudall.
The Bogan River at Mudall is likely to peak near 3.20 metres during Wednesday with moderate 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 11:00 am EDT on Thursday 09 December 2021.

Latest River Heights:
Bogan River at Peak Hill,0.52,Falling,08:30 AM WED 08/12/21
Bogan River at Dandaloo,3.39,Falling,10:15 AM WED 08/12/21
Bogan River at Mudall,3.10,Rising,09:00 AM WED 08/12/21
Bogan River at Neurie Plains,1.75,Rising,10:15 AM WED 08/12/21
Bogan River at Nyngan,2.96,Rising,10:15 AM WED 08/12/21
Bogan River at Monkey Bridge,2.54,Rising,10:15 AM WED 08/12/21
Bogan River at Gongolgon,0.50,Rising,10:15 AM WED 08/12/21

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 11:03 AM EDT on Wednesday 08 December 2021
Flood Watch Number: 48

MAJOR FLOODING CONTINUES AT WARREN
MINOR FLOODING CONTINUES AT WELLINGTON BRIDGE
Along the Macquarie River at Warren major flooding continues. River levels are expected to remain above the major flood level over the next couple of days.
Minor flooding continues at Wellington Bridge.
River levels at Narromine have fallen below the minor flood level.
The Macquarie River at Dubbo is expected to remain below the minor flood level.
Rainfall is forecast across New South Wales during Wednesday and Thursday, this rainfall may cause renewed flooding along the Macquarie River. The situation is being closely monitored and revised prediction will be provided if necessary.

Macquarie River downstream of Burrendong Dam:
Major flooding is occurring along the Macquarie River at Warren Town. Minor flooding is occurring at Wellington Bridge.
The Macquarie River at Wellington Bridge is currently at 4.59 metres and steady, with minor flooding.

The Macquarie River at Narromine has fallen below the minor flood level.

The Macquarie River at Warren Town peaked at 9.45 metres around 05:00 pm Sunday 05 December with Major flooding. The river level is currently at 9.32 metres and slowly falling, with major 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 EDT on Thursday 09 December 2021.

Latest River Heights:
Molong Creek at Downstream Borenore Creek,0.61,Steady,10:15 AM WED 08/12/21
Bell River at Neurea,1.04,Steady,10:15 AM WED 08/12/21
Bell River at Wellington,1.58,Steady,10:30 AM WED 08/12/21
Macquarie River at Wellington Bridge,4.59,Steady,10:15 AM WED 08/12/21
Macquarie River at Dubbo,2.94,Falling,10:15 AM WED 08/12/21
Macquarie River at Baroona,5.19,Steady,10:15 AM WED 08/12/21
Macquarie River at Gin Gin Weir,9.53,Steady,10:00 AM WED 08/12/21
Macquarie River at Warren Weir,4.99,Steady,10:15 AM WED 08/12/21
Macquarie River at Warren Town,9.32,Steady,10:30 AM WED 08/12/21
Macquarie River at Carinda,2.54,Steady,08:00 AM WED 08/12/21

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 Lachlan River
Issued at 09:57 AM EDT on Wednesday 08 December 2021
Flood Watch Number: 97

MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT EUABALONG AND MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT CONDOBOLIN
The main flood peak along the Lachlan River is currently arriving at Euabalong where major flooding is occurring.
Moderate flooding is occurring at Condobolin where river levels peaked on Tuesday 30 November.
Hillston and Booligal are currently below the minor flood level. Renewed rises to the minor level are likely. Predictions for these locations will be made once upstream peaks have been observed..
Rain is forecast across eastern New South Wales for the rest of the week, this rainfall may cause renewed flooding along the Lachlan River. The situation is being closely monitored and revised prediction will be provided if necessary.

Lower Lachlan River downstream of Jemalong Weir to Euabalong:
Major flooding is occurring at Euabalong and Moderate flooding is occurring at Condobolin.
The Lachlan River at Condobolin Bridge peaked near 6.53 metres on Tuesday 30 November and is currently at 6.33 metres and falling slowly with moderate flooding.

The Lachlan River at Euabalong is currently at 6.80 metres and peaking with major flooding.
The Lachlan River at Euabalong is expected to remain around the major flood level (6.80 metres) during Wednesday before receding.

Lower Lachlan River downstream of Euabalong to Booligal Weir:
Minor flooding is possible at Hillston and Booligal.
The Lachlan River at Hillston fell below the minor flood level Sunday 5 December.
Renewed rises to the minor flood level are possible at Hillston from Thursday.

The Lachlan River at Booligal Weir may reach the minor flood level (2.40 m) during Friday.

Lachlan River at Jemalong Weir Downstream:
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 10:00 am EDT on Thursday 09 December 2021.

Latest River Heights:
Boorowa River at Prossers Crossing,0.94,Steady,08:30 AM WED 08/12/21
Lachlan River at Cowra,2.86,Steady,09:00 AM WED 08/12/21
Lachlan River at Nanami,4.39,Steady,09:00 AM WED 08/12/21
Lachlan River at Forbes Iron Bridge,5.72,Rising,09:00 AM WED 08/12/21
Lachlan River at Cottons Weir,1.96,Rising,09:00 AM WED 08/12/21
Lachlan River at Jemalong Weir Downstream,6.94,Falling,08:45 AM WED 08/12/21
Lachlan River at Condobolin Bridge,6.33,Falling,09:00 AM WED 08/12/21
Lachlan River at Hillston Weir,2.38,Steady,09:00 AM WED 08/12/21
Lachlan River at Booligal Weir,2.26,Steady,09:00 AM WED 08/12/21

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.