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Australian Government Bureau of MeteorologyMinor Flood Warning for the Darling River
at Tilpa and Wilcannia
Issued at 1:36 pm EST on Friday 16 May 2025
Flood Warning Number: 28
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT TILPA AND MINOR FLOOD PEAK APPROACHING WILCANNIA
Minor flooding is occurring at Tilpa, where the river level is falling. The flood peak is now downstream of Tilpa and approaching Wilcannia where a minor flood peak is expected late in the weekend or early next week 18 - 20 May.
Based on current forecast river flows and WaterNSW operational strategy, flooding is not expected at Menindee Town gauge. The Bureau will continue working closely with WaterNSW and this warning will be updated if the situation changes.
Darling River downstream of Bourke to Tilpa:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Darling River downstream of Bourke to Tilpa.
The Darling River at Tilpa is currently at 9.75 metres and falling, above the minor flood level. The Darling River at Tilpa is likely to remain above the minor flood level (9.00 m) over the weekend.
Darling River downstream of Tilpa to Wilcannia:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Darling River downstream of Tilpa to Wilcannia.
The Darling River at Wilcannia is currently at 9.28 metres and rising slowly, above the minor flood level (9.00 m). The Darling River at Wilcannia is likely to peak around 9.40 metres between 18th and 20th May, with minor flooding.
Darling River downstream of Wilcannia to Burtundy:
Flooding not expected at Menindee Town.
The Darling River at Menindee Town is currently at 3.65 metres and steady, below the minor flood level. The Darling River at Menindee Town is expected to remain below the minor flood level (8.50 m).
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 02:00 pm EST on Monday 19 May 2025.
Latest River Heights:
| Location | Height of River (m) | Tendency | Date/Time of Observation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barwon River at Mogil Mogil | 1.98 | Steady | 01:15 PM FRI 16/05/25 |
| Barwon River at Collarenebri | 1.90 | Steady | 01:00 PM FRI 16/05/25 |
| Barwon River at Walgett | 3.36 | Steady | 01:15 PM FRI 16/05/25 |
| Barwon River at Brewarrina | 2.52 | Steady | 01:15 PM FRI 16/05/25 |
| Darling River at Bourke | 4.41 | Steady | 01:15 PM FRI 16/05/25 |
| Darling River at Louth | 6.24 | Steady | 12:45 PM FRI 16/05/25 |
| Darling River at Tilpa | 9.75 | Falling | 12:15 PM FRI 16/05/25 |
| Darling River at Wilcannia | 9.28 | Rising | 01:00 PM FRI 16/05/25 |
| Darling River at Nelia Gaari | 63.59 | Steady | 01:00 PM FRI 16/05/25 |
| Darling River at Menindee Town | 3.65 | Steady | 01:15 PM FRI 16/05/25 |
| Darling River at Menindee Weir 32 | 1.74 | Steady | 01:00 PM FRI 16/05/25 |
| Channel Outlet at Lake Cawndilla | 53.45 | Steady | 01:15 PM FRI 16/05/25 |
| Great Darling Anabranch at Offtake | 2.55 | Steady | 01:00 PM FRI 16/05/25 |
| Great Darling Anabranch at Wycot | 1.32 | Steady | 01:00 PM FRI 16/05/25 |
| Darling River at Pooncarie | 2.73 | Steady | 01:00 PM FRI 16/05/25 |
| Darling Anabranch at U/S Dam | 0.68 | Steady | 01:00 PM FRI 16/05/25 |
| Darling Anabranch at D/S Dam | 1.83 | Steady | 01:00 PM FRI 16/05/25 |
| Darling River at Burtundy | 1.73 | Steady | 01:00 PM FRI 16/05/25 |
| Great Darling Anabranch at Bulpunga | 1.22 | Steady | 01:00 PM FRI 16/05/25 |
| Great Darling Anabranch at Tara Downs | 0.83 | Steady | 01:00 PM FRI 16/05/25 |
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.