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Australian Government Bureau of MeteorologyMinor to Major Flood Warning for the Lachlan River
at Nanami, Forbes, Cotton Weir, Jemalong, Condobolin, Euabalong, Hillston and Booligal
Issued at 12:59 pm EST on Saturday 1 October 2022
Flood Warning Number: 123
MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT EUABALONG
Renewed minor flooding is possible at Nanami, due to river level rises observed upstream at Cowra.
The main flood peak along the Lachlan River is at Forbes and a minor flood peak is being observed. This peak is expected downstream at Cottons Weir Saturday evening, where a minor flood peak is likely.
Moderate flooding continues at Jemalong and Condobolin. An earlier flood peak is approaching Euabalong where major flooding is occurring. Renewed river level rises are likely at Jemalong, Condobolin and Euabalong when the peak currently near Forbes arrives.
Further downstream, minor flooding is occurring at Hillston and Booligal with moderate flooding possible at Hillston.
Lachlan River downstream of Wyangala Dam to Jemalong Weir:
Moderate flooding is occurring at Jemalong. Minor flooding is occurring at Cottons Weir and Forbes.
Renewed river level rises are occurring along the Lachlan River at Nanami, which may reach the minor flood level (7.40 m) during Monday.
The Lachlan River at Forbes Iron Bridge is currently at 8.81 metres and steady, near its peak with minor flooding. The Lachlan River at Forbes Iron Bridge is likely to peak near 9.00 metres during Saturday. The river level is likely to exceed the minor flood level (8.80 m) late Saturday.
The Lachlan River at Cottons Weir is likely to peak near 5.00 metres Saturday evening.
The Lachlan River at Jemalong Weir Downstream may reach around 7.60 metres during Monday, with moderate flooding.
Lower Lachlan River downstream of Jemalong Weir to Euabalong:
Major flooding is occurring along the Lower Lachlan River at Euabalong and moderate flooding is occurring at Condobolin.
The Lachlan River at Condobolin Bridge fell below the major flood levels (6.70 metres) around 02:30 pm Wednesday 28 September and is currently at 6.47 metres and falling, with moderate flooding. Renewed river level rises are possible from mid week.
The Lachlan River at Euabalong may reach around 7.00 metres Saturday into Sunday.
Lower Lachlan River downstream of Euabalong to Booligal Weir:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Lower Lachlan River at Hillston and minor flooding is occurring at Booligal.
The Lachlan River at Hillston Weir may reach the moderate flood level (2.80 m) during Monday.
The Lachlan River at Booligal Weir may reach around 3.00 metres mid October with minor flooding.
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/centralwest.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 01:00 pm EDT on Sunday 02 October 2022.
Latest River Heights:
| Location | Height of River (m) | Tendency | Date/Time of Observation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boorowa River at Prossers Crossing | 1.53 | Falling | 07:30 AM SAT 01/10/22 |
| Lachlan River at Cowra | 5.38 | Steady | 12:30 PM SAT 01/10/22 |
| Lachlan River at Nanami | 6.50 | Rising | 12:30 PM SAT 01/10/22 |
| Lachlan River at Forbes Iron Bridge | 8.81 | Steady | 12:00 PM SAT 01/10/22 |
| Lachlan River at Cottons Weir | 4.89 | Rising | 12:30 PM SAT 01/10/22 |
| Lachlan River at Jemalong Weir Downstream | 7.57 | Steady | 11:45 AM SAT 01/10/22 |
| Lachlan River at Condobolin Bridge | 6.32 | Falling | 12:00 PM SAT 01/10/22 |
| Lachlan River at Euabalong | 6.91 | Rising | 09:19 AM SAT 01/10/22 |
| Lachlan River at Hillston Weir | 2.78 | Rising | 12:00 PM SAT 01/10/22 |
| Lachlan River at Booligal Weir | 2.92 | Steady | 12:00 PM SAT 01/10/22 |
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.