Flooding continues across Western and Southern NSW

As flooding continues across Western and Southern NSW, NSW SES has listed several flood warnings and evacuations.

The Bureau of Meterology has forecast severe weather warning including thunderstorms, heavy rainfall and flash flooding in areas that may lead to major flood level.

The Murray River at Echuca may reach around 94.80 metres during Sunday, with major flooding. This level is similar to the October 1993 flood event (94.77 m Australian Height Datum AHD). The river level may possibly reach around 95.00 metres during Tuesday. Low-lying areas around the Murray have been advised to evacuate this week, with 8 evacuation warnings current.

There are currently minor flood watch warnings in Sydney Metropolitan area, for the Hawkesbury and Colo river systems which may see renewed flooding from the predicted low-pressure system this weekend.

As we head into a wet weekend, we are encouraging the community to plan ahead, stay informed and stay away from floodwaters.

In total, there are 71 warnings, including 8 Emergency, 26 Watch and Act and 37 Advice.

Overnight the NSW SES received 190 requests for assistance with 6 flood rescue activations.

NSW SES is urging residents in the impacted locations to be aware:

• Some roads were damaged during previous flooding. If you come across a flooded road, stop, turn around and find another way. Check Live Traffic before you leave.
• Every flood is different so stay up-to-date using new NSW SES website map to find out advice for particular location.
• Check Bureau of Meteorology for weather updates.
• Farmers should plan early to move livestock to higher locations.
• There is a lot of water out there. Stay away from creeks and rivers. If you come across flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest possible place and call Triple Zero 000 if you need rescuing.

For emergency help in floods and storms, call the NSW SES on 132 500, or if life-threatening call Triple Zero (000).