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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
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Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Damaging Winds, Large Hailstones And Heavy Rainfall

for parts of Central West Slopes and Plains and Riverina Forecast Districts.

Issued at 6:49 pm Monday, 6 December 2021.

Isolated severe thunderstorms continue over the southern interior of the state.

Weather Situation
Humid and unstable conditions east of an inland trough, with thunderstorms expected near and east of the trough today.
DAMAGING WINDS, LARGE HAILSTONES and HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Central West Slopes and Plains and Riverina
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 Griffith, Hay, Lake Cargelligo and Darlington Point.
Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Lower Western and Upper Western districts and the warning for these districts is CANCELLED.
Cancellation for the following areas:
Lower Western,Upper Western

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 9:50 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

Minor Flood Warning For The Murrumbidgee River
Issued at 12:07 PM EDT on Monday 06 December 2021
Flood Watch Number: 16

"Re-issued to correct Hay town prediction text"
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT NARRANDERA, DARLINGTON AND HAY TOWN
The Murrumbidgee River at Narrandera peaked on Thursday with minor flooding continuing.
River levels at Darlington Point will continue to slowly rise over the next couple of days, with minor flooding.
Minor flooding is occurring at Hay Town.

Murrumbidgee River downstream of Wagga Wagga to Narrandera:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Murrumbidgee River at Narrandera.
The Murrumbidgee River at Narrandera is currently at 6.82 metres and steady, with minor flooding.

Murrumbidgee River downstream of Narrandera to Darlington Point:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Murrumbidgee River downstream of Narrandera to Darlington Point.
The Murrumbidgee River at Darlington Point is currently at 5.96 metres and steady.
The Murrumbidgee River at Darlington Point is likely to peak near 6.20 metres during Wednesday, with minor flooding

Murrumbidgee River downstream of Darlington Point to Balranald Weir:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Murrumbidgee River at Hay Town.
The Murrumbidgee River at Hay Town is likely to reach around 7.00 metres in mid-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/southwest.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 Tuesday 07 December 2021.

Latest River Heights:
Tumut River at Tumut,1.27,Steady,11:45 AM MON 06/12/21
Murrumbidgee River at Gundagai,4.04,Falling,11:30 AM MON 06/12/21
Murrumbidgee River at Eringoarrah,5.42,Steady,11:30 AM MON 06/12/21
Murrumbidgee River at Wagga Wagga,5.07,Steady,11:30 AM MON 06/12/21
Murrumbidgee River at Narrandera,6.82,Steady,11:45 AM MON 06/12/21
Murrumbidgee River at Gogeldrie Weir,6.42,Steady,10:47 AM MON 06/12/21
Murrumbidgee River at Darlington Point,5.96,Steady,11:30 AM MON 06/12/21
Murrumbidgee River at Hay Weir Downstream,7.77,Steady,10:47 AM MON 06/12/21
Murrumbidgee River at Maude Weir Downstream,6.48,Steady,11:30 AM MON 06/12/21
Murrumbidgee River at Redbank Weir,5.72,Steady,10:47 AM MON 06/12/21
Murrumbidgee River at Balranald Weir Downstream,5.72,Steady,11:30 AM MON 06/12/21

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 09:55 AM EDT on Monday 06 December 2021
Flood Watch Number: 95

MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT EUABALONG ON TUESDAY
MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT CONDOBOLIN
Flooding is easing along the Lachlan River at Jemalong.
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Lachlan River at Condobolin where river levels peaked on Tuesday 30 November.
The main flood peak of the previous event is now approaching Euabalong where minor flooding is occurring and major flooding is possible on Tuesday.
Hillston and Booligal are currently below the minor flood level, renewed rises to the minor level are possible. 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.

Lachlan River downstream of Wyangala Dam to Jemalong Weir:
Minor flooding is occurring at Jemalong.
The Lachlan River at Jemalong Weir Downstream is currently at 7.27 metres and falling with minor flooding.
The Lachlan River at Jemalong Weir Downstream is expected to fall below the minor flood level (7.20 m) around midday Monday.

Lower Lachlan River downstream of Jemalong Weir to Euabalong:
Moderate flooding is occurring at Condobolin. Minor flooding is occurring at Euabalong where major flooding is possible Tuesday.
The Lachlan River at Condobolin Bridge is currently at 6.33 metres and steady with moderate flooding.

The Lachlan River at Euabalong may peak near 6.80 metres during Tuesday with major flooding.

Lower Lachlan River downstream of Euabalong to Booligal Weir:
Minor flooding possible at Hillston and Booligal from later this week.
The Lachlan River at Hillston fell below the minor flood level Sunday evening.
Renewed rises to the minor flood level are possible at Hillston and Booligal.

Lachlan River at Booligal 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 10:00 am EDT on Tuesday 07 December 2021.

Latest River Heights:
Boorowa River at Prossers Crossing,0.94,Falling,09:00 AM MON 06/12/21
Lachlan River at Cowra,3.52,Rising,08:30 AM MON 06/12/21
Lachlan River at Nanami,3.56,Falling,09:00 AM MON 06/12/21
Lachlan River at Forbes Iron Bridge,5.61,Falling,09:00 AM MON 06/12/21
Lachlan River at Cottons Weir,1.95,Falling,09:00 AM MON 06/12/21
Lachlan River at Jemalong Weir Downstream,7.27,Falling,08:45 AM MON 06/12/21
Lachlan River at Condobolin Bridge,6.33,Steady,09:00 AM MON 06/12/21
Lachlan River at Hillston Weir,2.39,Falling,09:00 AM MON 06/12/21

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

Final Flood Warning For The Murray River
Issued at 09:08 AM EDT on Sunday 05 December 2021
Flood Watch Number: 12

FLOODING NO LONGER OCCURRING AT COROWA
The Murray River at Corowa fell below the minor flood level (4.60 metres) overnight Saturday into Sunday.

Murray River downstream of Hume Dam to Tocumwal:
No further flooding is expected in the Murray River downstream of Hume Dam to Tocumwal.
Murray River at Corowa:
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/southwest.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:
Murray River at Albury,2.21,Falling,08:45 AM SUN 05/12/21
Murray River at Corowa,4.49,Falling,08:45 AM SUN 05/12/21
Murray River at Yarrowonga Downstream,3.66,Steady,08:45 AM SUN 05/12/21
Murray River at Tocumwal,4.44,Falling,08:00 AM SUN 05/12/21
Murray River at Echuca,88.11,Steady,08:00 AM SUN 05/12/21
Murray River at Torrumbarry Weir,3.96,Steady,09:00 AM SUN 05/12/21
Murray River at Barham,3.88,Rising,08:00 AM SUN 05/12/21
Murray River at Swan Hill,2.21,Rising,09:00 AM SUN 05/12/21
Murray River at Wakool Junction,5.17,Falling,08:00 AM SUN 05/12/21
Murray River at Boundary Bend,4.73,Falling,08:00 AM SUN 05/12/21
Murray River at Euston,45.64,Steady,08:00 AM SUN 05/12/21
Murray River at Wentworth,28.99,Steady,08:00 AM SUN 05/12/21
Edward River at Deniliquin,3.21,Rising,08:00 AM SUN 05/12/21
Edward River at Stevens Weir Downstream,3.43,Rising,08:00 AM SUN 05/12/21
Edward River at Moulamein,2.77,Rising,08:00 AM SUN 05/12/21

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

Final Flood Warning For The Mirrool Creek
Issued at 12:34 PM EDT on Saturday 04 December 2021
Flood Watch Number: 6

FLOODING NO LONGER OCCURRING ALONG MIRROOL CREEK AT EAST MIRROOL REGULATOR
The Mirrool Creek at East Mirrool Regulator (Yenda) fell below the minor flood level on Friday morning.

Mirrool Creek to East Mirrool Regulator:
Minor flooding is easing along the Mirrool Creek to East Mirrool Regulator.
The Mirrool Creek at East Mirrool Regulator fell below the minor flood level on Friday morning. It is currently at 0.71 metres and falling.

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/southwest.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:
Mirrool Creek at East Mirrool Regulator,0.71,Falling,12:00 PM SAT 04/12/21
Mirrool Creek at Barellan Road,1.302,Steady,12:00 PM SAT 04/12/21

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.