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Australian Government Bureau of MeteorologyMinor Flood Warning for the Barwon River
at Mogil Mogil
Issued at 4:02 pm EDT on Tuesday 3 December 2024
Flood Warning Number: 5
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT MOGIL MOGIL
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT COLLARENEBRI OVERNIGHT TUESDAY AFTERNOON AND AT WALGETT FROM LATE THIS WEEK
Recent localised rainfall has caused significant river level rises along the Barwon and Moonie Rivers upstream of Mogil Mogil where minor flooding is occuring. This flow is now reaching Collarenebri and the flow is likely to exceed the minor flood level from overnight Tuesday. Floodwaters of the main flood peak are expected to move through Walgett downstream. Minor flooding is possible at Walgett late this week.
Forecasts will be refined once upstream peaks are observed.
Barwon River Mungindi to Collarenebri:
Minor flooding is likely to occur along the Barwon River Mungindi to Collarenebri.
The Barwon River at Mungindi is currently at 4.65 metres and rising, below minor flood level (6.10 m). The river level is expected to remain below the minor flood level.
The Barwon River at Mogil Mogil is peaking around 8.10 metres, with minor flooding and steady. The Barwon River at Mogil Mogil is likely to remain above the minor flood level (7.50 m) over the next few days.
The Barwon River at Collarenebri is currently at 5.53 metres and rising, below the minor flood level (5.80 m). The Barwon River at Collarenebri is likely to exceed the minor flood level (5.80 m) overnight Tuesday into Wednesday. The river level may peak near 6.10 metres during Wednesday, minor flooding.
Barwon River downstream of Collarenebri to Walgett:
Minor flooding may occur along the Barwon River downstream of Collarenebri to Walgett.
The Barwon River at Walgett is currently at 6.06 metres and rising, below the minor flood level (10.50 m) The Barwon River at Walgett may reach the minor flood level (10.50 m) during Friday into Saturday.
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 04:30 pm EDT on Wednesday 04 December 2024.
Latest River Heights:
| Location | Height of River (m) | Tendency | Date/Time of Observation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barwon River at Mungindi | 4.65 | Steady | 03:15 PM TUE 03/12/24 |
| Barwon River at Mogil Mogil | 8.11 | Steady | 03:15 PM TUE 03/12/24 |
| Barwon River at Collarenebri | 5.53 | Rising | 03:00 PM TUE 03/12/24 |
| Barwon River at Walgett | 6.06 | Rising | 03:15 PM TUE 03/12/24 |
| Barwon River at Brewarrina | 2.36 | Steady | 03:15 PM TUE 03/12/24 |
| Darling River at Bourke | 4.09 | Steady | 03:15 PM TUE 03/12/24 |
| Darling River at Louth | 1.45 | Steady | 02:45 PM TUE 03/12/24 |
| Darling River at Tilpa | 0.89 | Steady | 02:15 PM TUE 03/12/24 |
| Darling River at Wilcannia | 0.66 | Steady | 03:00 PM TUE 03/12/24 |
| Darling River at Menindee Town | 3.75 | Steady | 03:15 PM TUE 03/12/24 |
| Darling River at Menindee Weir 32 | 1.84 | Steady | 03:00 PM TUE 03/12/24 |
| Darling River at Pooncarie | 2.62 | Steady | 03:00 PM TUE 03/12/24 |
| Darling River at Burtundy | 1.44 | Steady | 03:00 PM TUE 03/12/24 |
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.