IDN36621
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South WalesModerate Flood Warning for the Gwydir River
at Gravesend, Pallamallawa and Yarraman
Issued at 5:05 pm EDT on Saturday 27 November 2021
Flood Warning Number: 20
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT GRAVESEND AND PALLAMALLAWA
MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT YARRAMAN SATURDAY NIGHT
Moderate rainfall has fallen over the Gwydir River catchment during Thursday and Friday causing minor flooding at Gravesend and Pallamallawa. A flood peak was observed at Gravesend early Saturday morning, and at Pallamallawa Saturday afternoon.
Minor flooding continues along the Gwydir River at Yarraman, where river levels may reach the moderate flood level overnight Saturday night into Sunday.
Gwydir River downstream of Copeton Dam:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Gwydir River at Gravesend and Pallamallawa. Minor flooding is occurring at Yarraman, where moderate flooding is possible Saturday night.
The Gwydir River at Gravesend Road Bridge peaked at 8.18 metres around 04:00 am Saturday 27 November and is currently at 7.28 metres and falling with minor flooding.
The Gwydir River at Pallamallawa is currently at 7.24 metres and near its peak with minor flooding.
The Gwydir River at Yarraman Bridge may reach the moderate flood level (6.50 m) around 11:00 pm 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/northwest.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 Sunday 28 November 2021.
Latest River Heights:
| Location | Height of River (m) | Tendency | Date/Time of Observation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gwydir River at Bundarra | 3.72 | Falling | 04:45 PM SAT 27/11/21 |
| Halls Creek at Bingara | 0.53 | Steady | 04:45 PM SAT 27/11/21 |
| Horton River at Rider | 1.89 | Steady | 04:45 PM SAT 27/11/21 |
| Gwydir River at Gravesend Road Bridge | 7.12 | Falling | 04:45 PM SAT 27/11/21 |
| Gwydir River at Pallamallawa | 7.24 | Steady | 03:45 PM SAT 27/11/21 |
| Gwydir River at Yarraman Bridge | 6.11 | Rising | 03:45 PM SAT 27/11/21 |
| Mehi River at Moree | 2.76 | Rising | 04:45 PM SAT 27/11/21 |
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.