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15/08/2022

National Forecast for Tuesday 16th August 2022

01/07/2022

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Weather Warning
for HEAVY RAINFALL
For people in Metropolitan, Illawarra and parts of Central Tablelands Forecast Districts.

Issued at 12:09 pm Friday, 1 July 2022.
HEAVY RAINFALL to develop about the Sydney Metropolitan, Illawarra and Central Tablelands districts during Saturday.

Weather Situation:
A surface trough is expected to deepen offshore from the Sydney Metropolitan area on Saturday, and remain near stationary over the weekend, driving widespread showers and heavy rain along parts of the eastern coast of NSW. An East Coast Low may form within the trough early on Monday and linger until Tuesday, which will prolong this significant rainfall event across multiple days .

HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is forecast for the Illawarra and Sydney Metropolitan districts, developing during Saturday and continuing during Sunday. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 80 to 150mm are possible.

There is the potential for an East Coast Low to develop overnight Sunday or early Monday off the coast, which would prolong this heavy rainfall event into early next week, with consecutive days of heavy rainfall possible. If an East Coast Low does form, damaging wind gusts will become a risk late on Sunday and into next week, depending on the strength and location of the low.

Heavy rainfall increases the potential for landslides and debris across roads.

A Flood Watch has been issued for this event for coastal catchments from the Hunter to the South Coast, see http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/index.shtml.

Locations which may be affected include Sydney, Penrith, Parramatta, Wollongong, Nowra, Bowral, Campbelltown, Port Kembla, Albion Park, Kiama, Huskisson and Springwood.

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.
* 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 pm AEST Friday.

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.

09/05/2022

Issued at 11:57 am EST on Monday 9 May 2022
Flood Watch Number: 1

MODERATE TO MAJOR FLOODING IS LIKELY

An unseasonably moist, northeasterly flow across northern Queensland will combine with a strengthening upper trough over central Australia, producing an extensive cloud band. As a result, widespread heavy rainfall is expected to develop across central and northwestern parts of the state from Tuesday morning. Heavy rainfall is expected to shift to the tropical east coast during Wednesday, moving southward along the east coast over the following couple of days. The locations of heaviest falls each day will be dependent on the development and movement of a surface trough and low pressure system near the coast.

Catchments across the Flood Watch are wet from rainfall over the past few weeks and in some cases flooding is ongoing.

Widespread rainfall is expected across the Flood Watch area. Areas of isolated heavy and intense rainfall are also possible.

Minor flooding is expected from Tuesday evening, with widespread moderate flooding likely from Tuesday night. Isolated Major flooding is likely with areas of heavy or intense rainfall.

Dangerous and life threatening flash flooding is possible across the flood watch area. This rainfall is also expected to lead to transport disruption.

Catchments likely to be affected include:

Settlement Creek

Nicholson River

Leichhardt River

Upper Flinders River

Lower Flinders River

Cloncurry River

Norman River

Gilbert River

Mitchell River

Staaten River

Mulgrave and Russell Rivers

Johnstone River

Tully River

Murray River

Herbert River

Black River

Ross and Bohle Rivers

Haughton River

Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam

Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam

Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam

Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam

Wallam and Mungallala Creeks

Warrego River (QLD)

Paroo River (QLD)

Bulloo River (QLD)

Barcoo River

Thomson River

Cooper Creek

Diamantina River

Georgina River and Eyre Creek

See www.bom.gov.au/qld/warnings to view the current flood and cyclone products for Queensland.

For more information on the Flood Watch Service: http://www.bom.gov.au/water/floods/floodWarningServices.shtml

Flood Safety Advice:
This Flood Watch means that people living or working along rivers and creeks should monitor the latest weather forecasts and warnings.

Remember: If it's flooded, forget it.

For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500.

For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts.

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219 at a low call cost of 27.5 cents, more from mobile, public and satellite phones.

Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood/

Next Issue:
The next Flood Watch will be issued by 02:00 pm EST on Tuesday 10 May 2022.

09/05/2022

Severe Weather Warning
for HEAVY RAINFALL
For people in Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders, Herbert and Lower Burdekin, Central West and parts of Gulf Country, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands, North West, Central Coast and Whitsundays and Central Highlands and Coalfields Forecast Districts.

Issued at 4:56 am Tuesday, 10 May 2022.

Heavy rainfall about central Queensland, and developing about the northeast coast on Wednesday.

Weather Situation: An unseasonably moist northeasterly flow extending across northern Queensland is combining with a strengthening upper trough over central Australia. As a result, widespread heavy rainfall is expected to develop across central and northwestern parts of the state this morning. Heavy rainfall is expected to shift east on Wednesday, and to develop along the northeast coast.

HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is forecast for the Central West and parts of the North West, Gulf Country, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders, Channel Country and Central Highlands and Coalfields districts. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 60 - 100mm are likely.

Locally INTENSE RAINFALL with embedded thunderstorms which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is also possible for the Central West and parts of the North West districts, with six-hourly rainfall totals up to 150mm possible.

From Wednesday, HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is forecast to develop in parts of the North Tropical Coast, Herbert and Lower Burdekin, and Central Coast districts. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 100 - 150mm are likely.

Locally INTENSE RAINFALL with embedded thunderstorms which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is also possible on Wednesday in parts of the North Tropical Coast and Herbert and Lower Burdekin district, with six-hourly totals in excess of 200mm possible.

A separate Severe Thunderstorm Warning will be issued if very dangerous thunderstorms with intense rainfall are detected from Tuesday.

Flood Warnings and a Flood Watch are current for catchments across much of tropical and inland Queensland. See http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/warnings/ for more information.

Locations which may be affected include Longreach, Clermont, Winton, Charters Towers, Townsville, Georgetown, Hughenden, Richmond, Julia Creek, Collinsville, Ingham and Innisfail.

Severe weather is no longer occurring in the Channel Country district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED.

Kirby received 72mm in the 3 hours to 11.45pm.

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services advises that people should:
* Never drive, walk or ride through flood waters. If it's flooded, forget it.
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500.

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 am AEST Tuesday.

09/03/2022

**This Watch and Act message has been updated.
More details at: https://www.emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/**

WATCH & ACT - RIVERINE FLOOD - Move to Higher Ground
Incident Location: Snowy River downstream of McKillops Bridge
Issue Date: Wednesday 09 March 2022, 09:27 pm
Next Update: Thursday 10 March 2022, 12:00 pm

More details at http://emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/ #!/warning/20357/moreinfo

This Moderate Flood Warning is being issued for Snowy River Downstream of McKillops Bridge.

- Moderate flooding may develop downstream of Basin Creek and Jarrahmond during Thursday.
- In the 24 hours to 9:00am Wednesday, rainfall totals of up to 30mm were observed in the Snowy River catchment. Additional rainfall totals of 5-15mm are forecast for the remainder of Wednesday.
- No significant rainfall totals are forecast for Thursday.

- The Snowy River at Jarrahmond is currently at 4.73 metres (above the minor flood level of 4.10 m) and rising.
- The Snowy River at Jarrahmond may exceed the moderate flood level (6.20 m) on Thursday morning.
- A peak forecast will be provided when upstream peaks are observed.

Act now - take actions immediately to protect your life and property, and move to higher ground.

07/03/2022

TOP PRIORITY: The Bureau and Emergency Services would appreciate this message being broadcast regularly.

Moderate to Major Flood Warning for the Hawkesbury Nepean Valley and Colo River
at Menangle, Camden, Wallacia, Penrith, North Richmond, Windsor, Sackville, Lower Portland, Wisemans Ferry and Putty Road
Issued at 11:57 pm EDT on Monday 7 March 2022
Flood Warning Number: 45

(*re-issued to update latest river heights in table*)

RENEWED RISES AND MAJOR FLOODING HIGHER OR SIMILAR TO LAST WEEK IS POSSIBLE ALONG THE NEPEAN AND COLO RIVERS

RENEWED RISES AND MAJOR FLOODING HIGHER OR SIMILAR TO THE MARCH 2021 EVENT IS POSSIBLE ALONG THE LOWER NEPEAN AND HAWKESBURY RIVER

MAJOR FLOODING IS OCCURRING AT MENANGLE, NORTH RICHMOND, WISEMANS FERRY, AND PUTTY ROAD

Heavy rainfall over the past week has caused major flooding in the Hawkesbury-Nepean Valley. Further heavy rainfall over the weekend and into Tuesday has the potential to cause renewed and higher flooding along the Upper Nepean, Nepean, Hawkesbury, and Colo Rivers.

Forecast rainfall for the remainder of Monday and Tuesday may cause river levels to rise to levels similar to last week's peaks along the Nepean River. Forecast river levels are similar to the March 2021 event along the Hawkesbury River. This will result in rapid river level rises and very deep and dangerous flooding. Higher river level rises are possible.

A Severe Weather Warning for heavy rainfall is current which includes the Hawkesbury-Nepean Valley.

Upper Nepean River:
Renewed moderate to major flooding is occurring along the Upper Nepean River. The river is currently at levels similar to those experienced last week.

The Nepean River at Menangle Bridge may reach around 15.50 metres midnight Monday into Tuesday, with major flooding just below the April 1988 event. Further rises possible.

The Nepean River at Camden Weir may reach near 11.00 metres around 05:00 am Tuesday, with moderate flooding. Further rises possible.

The Nepean River at Wallacia Weir is likely to exceed the moderate flood level (8.70 m) around 02:00 am Tuesday. The river level may exceed the major flood level (11.00 m) late Tuesday morning and may reach around 12.00 metres Tuesday afternoon. Further rises possible.

Hawkesbury and Lower Nepean River:
Major flooding is occurring along the Hawkesbury River at North Richmond. Major flooding is expected at Penrith and Windsor and downstream. Further rises to levels similar or higher than the March 2021 event are possible from Tuesday.

The Nepean River at Penrith is likely to exceed the moderate flood level (7.90 m) around 06:00 am Tuesday. The river level may reach around 9.00 metres Tuesday night, with moderate flooding. Further rises possible.

The Hawkesbury River at North Richmond (WPS) may reach around 13.50 metres Tuesday evening, with major flooding similar to the March 2021 event. Further rises possible.

The Hawkesbury River at Windsor (WPS) is likely to exceed the major flood level (12.20 m) around 08:00 am Tuesday. The river level may reach around 12.90 metres during Wednesday, with major flooding similar to the March 2021 event. Further rises possible.

The Hawkesbury River at Sackville may reach the major flood level (9.70 m) overnight Tuesday into Wednesday, similar to the March 2021 event. Further rises possible.

The Hawkesbury River at Lower Portland is likely to exceed the major flood level (7.60 m) around 05:00 am Tuesday. The river level may reach around 7.80 metres Tuesday afternoon, with major flooding similar to the March 2021 event. Further rises possible.

The Hawkesbury River at Wisemans Ferry may reach around 4.40 metres Tuesday morning, with major flooding similar to the March 2021 event. Further rises possible.

Colo River:
Major flooding is occurring along the Colo River at Putty Road.

The Colo River at Putty Road may reach around 12.80 metres Tuesday morning, with major flooding above the March 2021 event.

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/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 05:00 am EDT on Tuesday 08 March 2022.

07/03/2022

EVACUATION WARNING: PARTS OF PENRITH, MULGOA AND EMU PLAINS - PREPARE TO EVACUATE

07/03/2022

Evacuation Order
NSW SES is directing residents and businesses within Parts of Camden to evacuate the following areas by 09:00 pm Monday, 7 March 2022:

Sheathers Lane
Kirkham Lane
Menangle Road near Racecourse Road may be isolated
Poplar Caravan Park

Why we are directing people to evacuate: Once floodwater reaches 8.5 metres at the CAMDEN WEIR, the area will be isolated. If you remain in the area after 09:00pm 7 March 2022 you may be trapped without power, water and other essential services and it may be too dangerous to rescue you.

07/03/2022

Sydney: Moderate to Major Flood Warning reissued for the Nepean River, Hawkesbury River and Colo River. Forecast rainfall for the remainder of Monday and Tuesday is expected to cause renewed river rises to levels seen last week.

Issued at 12:04 pm EDT on Monday 7 March 2022
Flood Warning Number: 40
RENEWED RISES SIMILAR TO LAST WEEK RIVER LEVELS ARE POSSIBLE ALONG THE NEPEAN, HAWKESBURY AND COLO RIVERS
MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT NORTH RICHMOND AND POSSIBLE AT WINDSOR AND DOWNSTREAM
Heavy rainfall over the past week has caused major flooding in the Hawkesbury-Nepean Valley. Further heavy rainfall over the weekend has caused renewed and prolonged flooding along the Upper Nepean, Nepean, Hawkesbury and Colo Rivers, where minor to major flooding continues.
Forecast rainfall for the remainder of Monday and Tuesday is expected to cause renewed rises to levels similar to last week peaks.
The Hawkesbury-Nepean Valley is currently under a Flood Watch and a Severe Weather Warning for heavy rainfall.
Upper Nepean River:
Renewed moderate to major flooding is possible along the Upper Nepean River.
The Nepean River at Menangle Bridge may reach the major flood level (12.20 m) around 03:00 pm Monday. Further rises are possible.
The Nepean River at Camden Weir is expected to exceed the minor flood level (6.80 m) around 02:00 pm Monday. The river level may reach the moderate flood level (8.30 m) around 05:00 pm Monday. Further rises are possible.
The Nepean River at Wallacia Weir may reach the moderate flood level (8.70 m) Monday evening. Further rises are possible.
Hawkesbury and Lower Nepean River:
Major flooding is occurring along the Hawkesbury River at North Richmond, and major flooding is possible at Windsor and downstream. Moderate flooding is possible at Penrith.
The Nepean River at Penrith may reach the moderate flood level (7.90 m) during Tuesday. Further rises are possible.
The Hawkesbury River at North Richmond (WPS) may reach around 13.00 metres overnight Monday into Tuesday with major flooding, similar to last week peak. Further rises are possible.
The Hawkesbury River at Windsor (WPS) may reach the major flood level (12.20 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday. Further rises are possible.
The Hawkesbury River at Sackville may reach the major flood level (9.70 m) during Wednesday. Further rises are possible.
The Hawkesbury River at Lower Portland may reach the major flood level (7.60 m) during Tuesday. Further rises are possible.
The Hawkesbury River at Wisemans Ferry is likely to exceed the major flood level (4.20 m) Monday afternoon. The river level may reach around 4.40 metres overnight Monday into Tuesday with major flooding. Further rises are possible.
Colo River:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Colo River at Putty Road and major flooding is likely.
The Colo River at Putty Road is likely to exceed the major flood level (10.70 m) Monday afternoon. The river level may reach around 11.50 metres Monday evening with major 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/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 03:00 pm EDT on Monday 07 March 2022.

07/03/2022

Picton: Evacuation order issued for Picton CBD

Argyle Street at Stonequarry Creek, Picton was closed at 11:30am. The closure is from Menangle Street southbound and Barkers Lodge Road northbound.

Please go to the SES site for more information.

Video credit: Woolondilly Shire Council

06/03/2022

05/03/2022

South East QLD: Flood Coverage 01/03/2022

John Napper is covering the on-going developing flood situation in SE QLD.

05/03/2022

Sydney: East Coast Low 03/03/2022 - Update 3

Location: Castlereagh, NSW

Live on-going coverage of this severe weather event over metropolitan Sydney, Hunter and South Coas

05/03/2022

Sydney: East Coast Low 03/03/2022 - Update 2

Location: Londonderry

Live on-going coverage of this severe weather event over metropolitan Sydney, Hunter and South Coast.

05/03/2022

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for HEAVY RAINFALL
For people in Snowy Mountains and parts of Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes and Australian Capital Territory Forecast Districts.

Issued at 3:11 pm Saturday, 5 March 2022.
Heavy rainfall in thunderstorms in southern NSW.

Weather Situation: An upper cut-off low and associated cold front is moving across southern NSW today. Thunderstorms embedded in a cloud band with the front are bringing a risk of heavy rainfall.
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Cooma, Bombala, Tumbarumba, Adaminaby, Nimmitabel and Tumut.
Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Riverina district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED.
Carabost recorded 36.6mm of rainfall in the 2 hours to 3:00pm
The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* 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 6:15 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.

05/03/2022

Sydney: East Coast Low 03/03/22 Update 1

Location: Nepean River

Live on-going coverage of this severe weather event over metropolitan Sydney, Hunter and South Coast. Intense rainfall of up to or above 200mm in a six hour period and destructive winds of up to 125km/h are forecast.