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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

Warning to Sheep Graziers

for Mid North Coast, Hunter, Northern Tablelands, Illawarra, Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes, Snowy Mountains and Australian Capital Territory forecast districts

Issued at 10:59 AM EST on Tuesday 05 July 2022

Warning to Sheep Graziers for the following areas:
Mid North Coast, Hunter, Northern Tablelands, Illawarra, Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes, Snowy Mountains and Australian Capital Territory forecast districts
Sheep graziers are warned that cold temperatures, rain and showers and southeasterly winds are expected during Tuesday and Wednesday. Areas likely to be affected include the Mid North Coast, Hunter, Southern Tablelands and Australian Capital Territory forecast districts and parts of the Northern Tablelands, Illawarra, Central Tablelands, South West Slopes and Snowy Mountains forecast districts. There is a risk of losses of lambs and sheep exposed to these conditions.
Cancellation of Warning to Sheep Graziers for the following areas:
South Coast, North West Slopes & Plains and Central West Slopes & Plains forecast districts
The Warning to Sheep Graziers for the South Coast, North West Slopes & Plains and Central West Slopes & Plains forecast districts has been cancelled.

The next warning will be issued by 5:00 pm EST Tuesday.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Weather Warning
for Heavy Rainfall

for parts of Mid North Coast and Hunter Forecast Districts.

Issued at 10:58 am Tuesday, 5 July 2022.

The threat of localised heavy rainfall to persist across the Hunter and Mid North Coast.

Weather Situation
A trough over the Hunter district is forecast to move slowly northward for the remainder of today. A coastal trough is also forecast to develop across the northeast later this evening then deepen in response to a highly amplified upper trough and associated low on Wednesday.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Mid North Coast and Hunter
Localised HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING remains possible over parts of the Hunter district until evening. Very isolated six-hourly rainfall totals between 50 to 80 mm are possible.
HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING may also develop across the Mid North Coast later this evening and continue through Wednesday. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 60 to 90 mm are possible, reaching up to 125 mm over coastal areas.
Rainfall will further contribute to flooding already being experienced and maintains the potential for landslides.
DAMAGING WINDS are no longer expected across the warning area. However, strong and gusty winds may still provide the risk of trees toppling in softer and very saturated soils, particularly about the coastal fringe and ranges.
Various Flood Warnings and Watches are current, so please refer to those flood warnings at http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/ and heed the advice of authorities.
A separate Severe Weather Warning for Damaging Surf is also current along parts of the central coastline.
Locations which may be affected include Port Macquarie, Taree, Cessnock, Maitland, Dungog and Kulnura.
Severe weather is no longer occurring in the Metropolitan district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED.
Significant 24 hour rainfall to 9:00 am Tuesday:
Darkes Forest 241 mm
Lucas Heights 210 mm
Woronora Dam 188 mm
Horsley Park 178 mm
Significant wind observations to 9:00 am Tuesday:
Norah Head recorded a 95km/h gust at 12:33 am
Bellambi recorded 72 km/h sustained with gusts up to 95 km/h at 3:30 pm Monday.
Cancellation for the following areas:
Sydney Metropolitan

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Don't drive, ride or walk through flood water.
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.
* Be aware that run-off from rainfall in fire affected areas may behave differently and be more rapid. It may also contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks.
* After bushfires, heavy rain and the loss of foliage can make the ground soft and heavy, leading to a greater chance of landslides.
* Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring your local SES Unit on 132 500.

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 pm AEST Tuesday.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

Marine Wind Warning Summary for New South Wales

Issued at 10:00 AM EST on Tuesday 05 July 2022
for the period until midnight EST Wednesday 06 July 2022

Wind Warnings for Tuesday 05 July
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Sydney Enclosed Waters, Macquarie Coast, Hunter Coast, Sydney Coast, Illawarra Coast and Batemans Coast

Wind Warnings for Wednesday 06 July
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Sydney Enclosed Waters, Macquarie Coast, Hunter Coast, Sydney Coast and Illawarra Coast
Cancellation for the following areas:
Byron Coast and Coffs Coast

The next marine wind warning summary will be issued by 4:05 pm EST Tuesday.
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Check the latest Coastal Waters Forecast or Local
Waters Forecast at http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts/map.shtml for information on wind,
wave and weather conditions for these coastal zones.
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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Minor To Major Flood Warning For The Nepean, Hawkesbury And Colo Rivers
Issued at 09:55 AM EST on Tuesday 05 July 2022
Flood Watch Number: 29

*Re-issue to correct Menangle forecast
MAJOR FLOODING EXCEEDING THE MARCH 2022 FLOOD EVENT OCCURRING AT WINDSOR
MAJOR FLOODING CONTINUES AT NORTH RICHMOND JUST BELOW THE MARCH 2021 AND MARCH 2022 FLOOD LEVELS
MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT SACKVILLE, LOWER PORTLAND AND WISEMANS FERRY SIMILAR TO THE MARCH 2022 FLOOD WITH FURTHER RISES POSSIBLE
MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WALLACIA
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Upper Nepean River at Menangle Bridge, peaked at 16.61 metres Sunday morning with major flooding Menangle fell below the major flood level (12.20 metres) early Tuesday morning.
Major flooding is occurring along the Hawkesbury River at North Richmond where river levels peaked at 14.18 metres early Monday morning. Renewed rises resulted in a second similar peak of 14.19 metres Monday evening. The peaks observed are slightly below the March 2021 flood level (14.38 metres) and higher than the March 2022 flood peak (14.08 metres).
Major flooding is occurring along the Hawkesbury River at Windsor, where river levels have exceeded the March 2022 flood event (13.80 metres).
Major flooding is occurring along the Hawkesbury River at Sackville, Lower Portland and Wisemans Ferry with levels likely to be similar to the March 2022 flood levels.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 6-12 hours, which may cause further rises and prolonged flooding. This situation is being closely monitored, and revised predictions will be provided as necessary.
A Severe Weather Warning for heavy rainfall is current for the Metropolitan, parts of Hunter and Central Tablelands Forecast Districts.

Upper Nepean River:
Major flooding is likely occurring along the Upper Nepean at Wallacia. Moderate flooding is occurring at Menangle and Camden.
The Upper Nepean River at Menangle Bridge peaked at 16.61 metres around 07:50 am Sunday with major flooding. Menangle fell below the major flood level (12.20 metres) early Tuesday morning and is currently at 11.03 metres and falling, with moderate flooding.
The Nepean River at Menangle Bridge is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (9.20 m) until late Tuesday afternoon.

The Nepean River at Camden Weir peaked at 12.72 metres around 02:00 pm Sunday and is currently at 9.71 metres and falling, with moderate flooding.
The Nepean River at Camden Weir is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (8.30 m) until Tuesday afternoon.

The Nepean River at Wallacia Weir peaked at 13.84 metres around 02:45 am Monday. Wallacia Weir gauge failed Monday morning. Model outputs suggest major flooding is continuing.
The Nepean River at Wallacia Weir may remain above the major flood level (11.00 m) into early Tuesday afternoon.

Hawkesbury and Lower Nepean River:
Major flooding is occurring at North Richmond, Windsor, Sackville, Lower Portland and Wiseman's Ferry. Minor flooding is occurring at Penrith.
The Nepean River at Penrith peaked at 9.51 metres around 02:00 am Monday and is currently at 6.46 metres and falling, with minor flooding.
The Nepean River at Penrith is likely to remain above the minor flood level (3.90 m) until Tuesday evening.

The Hawkesbury River at North Richmond (WPS) peaked at 14.18 metres around 03:15 am Monday. Renewed rises were observed overnight Monday with a second peak of 14.19 metres around midnight Monday. The river level is currently at 14.05 metres and steady, with major flooding.
The Hawkesbury River at North Richmond (WPS) is likely to remain around 14.00 metres during Tuesday, with major flooding.

The Hawkesbury River at Windsor (WPS) is likely to reach around 14.00 metres around midday Tuesday, with major flooding. Further rises possible.

The Hawkesbury River at Sackville is likely to reach around 10.90 metres late Tuesday afternoon, with major flooding. Further rises possible.

Lower Portland gauge is currently offline. It is estimated Lower Portland is currently at 8.70 metres, with major flooding.
The Hawkesbury River at Lower Portland may reach around 9.00 metres late Tuesday afternoon, with major flooding. Further rises possible.

The Hawkesbury River at Wisemans Ferry may reach around 5.60 metres during Tuesday evening, with major flooding. Further rises possible.

Colo River:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Colo River.
The Colo River at Putty Road is currently around 10.00 metres and rising with moderate flooding (estimated). Further rises are possible.

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/greatersydney.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 EST on Tuesday 05 July 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Wollondilly River at Jooriland,4.06,Falling,08:45 AM TUE 05/07/22
Nattai River at Smallwoods Crossing,0.85,Falling,08:45 AM TUE 05/07/22
Kowmung River at Cedar Ford,2.27,Falling,07:45 AM TUE 05/07/22
Warragamba Dam Water Level,0.53,Falling,09:45 AM TUE 05/07/22
Nepean River at Menangle Bridge,10.80,Falling,09:42 AM TUE 05/07/22
Nepean River at Camden Weir,9.49,Falling,09:15 AM TUE 05/07/22
Nepean River at Penrith,6.42,Falling,09:30 AM TUE 05/07/22
Grose River at Burralow,5.81,Falling,08:45 AM TUE 05/07/22
Hawkesbury River at North Richmond WPS,14.06,Steady,09:15 AM TUE 05/07/22
Hawkesbury River at Windsor PWD,13.92,Rising,09:15 AM TUE 05/07/22
Colo River at Upper Colo SWC,13.71,Rising,08:45 AM TUE 05/07/22
Hawkesbury River at Sackville,10.60,Rising,09:30 AM TUE 05/07/22
Hawkesbury River at Lower Portland,7.41,Rising,11:30 PM MON 04/07/22
Macdonald River at St Albans,8.45,Rising,09:49 AM TUE 05/07/22
Hawkesbury River at Wisemans Ferry,5.06,Steady,09:45 AM TUE 05/07/22

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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Weather Warning
for Damaging Surf

for parts of Metropolitan, Illawarra and Hunter Forecast Districts.

Issued at 9:33 am Tuesday, 5 July 2022.

Weather Situation
A low over the Tasman Sea extends a trough to the central coast of NSW.
DAMAGING SURF for the following areas:
Hunter, Metropolitan and Illawarra
VERY HEAVY SURF which may lead to localised damage and coastal erosion is possible along the central coast of NSW this morning. Waves will gradually ease during the afternoon.
Beach conditions in these areas could be dangerous and people should stay well away from the surf and surf exposed areas.
A separate hazardous surf warning is also current along the NSW central coast today.
Locations which may be affected include Sydney, Wollongong, Bulli, Port Kembla, and Kiama.
Wave buoy observation off the Sydney coast have reached 5.4 metres significant wave height.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring your local SES Unit on 132 500.

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 3:00 pm AEST Tuesday.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Moderate To Major Flood Warning For The Macquarie River
Issued at 09:06 AM EST on Tuesday 05 July 2022
Flood Watch Number: 10

MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT WARREN WEDNESDAY
MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT NARROMINE TUESDAY
Moderate to heavy rainfall since Friday has caused minor to moderate flooding across the Bell and Macquarie River catchments.
The Bell River at Wellington fell below the minor flood level (3.40 metres) early Tuesday morning where the river peaked at 6.46 metres early Monday morning with moderate flooding.
The Macquarie River at Wellington fell below the minor flood level (4.00 metres) Monday afternoon where the river peaked at 5.74 metres early Monday morning with minor flooding.
The Macquarie River at Dubbo fell below the minor flood level (5.50 metres) early Tuesday morning where the river peaked at 6.94 metres Monday afternoon with minor flooding.
The main flood peak along the Macquarie River is now downstream of Baroona where the river peaked early Tuesday morning. This flood peak has the potential to cause moderate flooding at Narromine and major flooding at Warren Town.

Macquarie River downstream of Burrendong Dam:
Minor flooding is occurring at Narromine where moderate flooding is possible. Major flooding is possible at Warren.
The Macquarie River at Narromine may peak near the moderate flood level (9.1 m) around midday Tuesday.

The Macquarie River at Warren Town is expected to exceed the minor flood level (7.50 m) around midday Tuesday. The river level is likely to exceed the moderate flood level (8.50 m) early morning Wednesday and a major flood peak (9.00 metres) may occur during Wednesday.

Bell River:
Cancellation

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 05:00 pm EST on Tuesday 05 July 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Molong Creek at Downstream Borenore Creek,0.64,Falling,08:00 AM TUE 05/07/22
Bell River at Neurea,1.75,Falling,08:00 AM TUE 05/07/22
Bell River at Wellington,3.19,Falling,08:00 AM TUE 05/07/22
Macquarie River at Wellington Bridge,3.00,Falling,08:00 AM TUE 05/07/22
Macquarie River at Dubbo,4.09,Falling,08:00 AM TUE 05/07/22
Macquarie River at Baroona,8.87,Falling,08:00 AM TUE 05/07/22
Macquarie River at Narromine,6.60,Rising,04:37 PM MON 04/07/22
Macquarie River at Gin Gin Weir,9.48,Rising,08:00 AM TUE 05/07/22
Macquarie River at Warren Weir,3.20,Rising,08:00 AM TUE 05/07/22
Macquarie River at Warren Town,6.75,Rising,08:00 AM TUE 05/07/22
Macquarie River at Carinda,2.66,Steady,07:00 AM TUE 05/07/22

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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Minor Flood Warning For The Paterson River
Issued at 08:59 AM EST on Tuesday 05 July 2022
Flood Watch Number: 5

RENEWED MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT GOSTWYCK FROM TUESDAY NIGHT
River levels peaked below minor flood levels during Monday morning along the Paterson and Williams Rivers at Dungog, Mill Dam Falls, and Gostwyck.
Further rainfall is forecast to develop during Tuesday, which may cause renewed rises and minor flooding along the Paterson River at Gostwyck from Tuesday night.
This situation is being closely monitored, and revised predictions will be provided as necessary.
A Severe Weather Warning for heavy rainfall is current for parts of the Hunter and Metropolitan Forecast Districts.

Paterson River:
Renewed minor flooding is possible along the Paterson River at Gostwyck.
The Paterson River at Gostwyck Bridge may reach the minor flood level (9.10 m) Tuesday night.

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/midnorth.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 05:00 pm EST on Tuesday 05 July 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Williams River at Dungog,0.99,Steady,07:45 AM TUE 05/07/22
Williams River at Mill Dam Falls,1.86,Falling,08:00 AM TUE 05/07/22
Allyn River at Halton,0.81,Steady,08:00 AM TUE 05/07/22
Paterson River at Gostwyck Bridge,5.72,Falling,08:00 AM TUE 05/07/22

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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Minor To Major Flood Warning For Wollombi Brook And The Lower Hunter River
Issued at 08:14 AM EST on Tuesday 05 July 2022
Flood Watch Number: 7

MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT BULGA, AND POSSIBLE AT WOLLOMBI
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT MAITLAND AND LIKELY AT SINGLETON FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON
Heavy rainfall since Sunday morning has caused river level rises across the Hunter River catchment.
Significant river level rises have been observed along Wollombi Brook upstream of Wollombi, where moderate flooding is occurring, and major flooding is possible from Tuesday afternoon. Downstream at Bulga, major flooding is occurring.
Along the Lower Hunter River at Singleton, minor flooding is possible from Tuesday afternoon. Minor flooding continues at Maitland, where river levels peaked Monday evening. Renewed rises are expected at Maitland from late Tuesday morning.
Further rainfall is forecast for the remainder of Tuesday into Wednesday, which may cause further river level rises and prolonged flooding. This situation is being closely monitored, and revised predictions will be provided as necessary.
A Severe Weather Warning for heavy rainfall is current for parts of the Hunter and Metropolitan Forecast Districts.

Wollombi Brook:
Major flooding is occurring along the Wollombi Brook.
The Wollombi Brook at Wollombi may reach the major flood level (12.20 m) Tuesday afternoon.

The Wollombi Brook at Bulga is currently at 5.26 metres and rising with major flooding.
River rises and major flooding will continue during Tuesday, and the Wollombi Brook at Bulga is expected to reach around 5.40 metres late Tuesday morning, and may reach around 6.60 metres (similar to the flood in March 2021) overnight Tuesday into Wednesday.

Lower Hunter:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Lower Hunter River at Maitland. Minor flooding is possible at Singleton.
The Hunter River at Singleton may reach the minor flood level (10.00 metres) Tuesday afternoon. Further rises are possible.

The Hunter River at Maitland (Belmore Bridge) peaked at 7.09 metres around 06:00 pm Monday and is currently at 6.07 metres and steady, with minor flooding.
Renewed rises are expected from late Tuesday morning.The Hunter River at Maitland (Belmore Bridge) is likely to reach around 7.00 metres Tuesday evening 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/midnorth.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 EST on Tuesday 05 July 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Kingdon Ponds at Scone,0.28,Steady,05:32 AM TUE 05/07/22
Hunter River at Aberdeen,2.29,Steady,07:45 AM TUE 05/07/22
Hunter River at Muswellbrook,1.42,Rising,07:45 AM TUE 05/07/22
Hunter River at Denman,2.36,Steady,07:30 AM TUE 05/07/22
Goulburn River at Sandy Hollow,4.43,Rising,07:30 AM TUE 05/07/22
Hunter River at Liddell,8.48,Steady,07:30 AM TUE 05/07/22
Wollombi Brook at Bulga,5.27,Rising,07:45 AM TUE 05/07/22
Hunter River at Singleton,7.00,Rising,07:45 AM TUE 05/07/22
Hunter River at Greta,7.64,Steady,07:30 AM TUE 05/07/22
Hunter River at Maitland (Belmore Bridge),6.07,Steady,07:45 AM TUE 05/07/22
Hunter River at Raymond Terrace,1.73,Steady,07:45 AM TUE 05/07/22

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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Major Flood Warning For Tuggerah Lake
Issued at 07:52 AM EST on Tuesday 05 July 2022
Flood Watch Number: 4

MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT LONG JETTY FROM TUESDAY EVENING
Heavy rainfall since Saturday has caused significant river level rises along the Wyong River and its tributaries which feed into Tuggerah Lake.
Minor flooding is occurring at Long Jetty with lake levels rising to the major flood level (1.60 metres) possible Tuesday evening.
Further rainfall is forecast for the reminder of Tuesday, which may cause further river level rises and prolonged flooding. This situation is being closely monitored, and revised predictions will be provided as necessary.
A Severe Weather Warning for heavy rainfall is current for parts of Hunter and Metropolitan Forecast Districts.

Tuggerah Lake:
Minor flooding is occurring in Tuggerah Lake with major flooding possible.
The Tuggerah Lake at Long Jetty is expected to exceed the moderate flood level (1.30 m) around 10:00 am Tuesday. The river level may reach around 1.60 metres Tuesday evening with major 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: http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/greatersydney.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 EST on Tuesday 05 July 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Wyong River at Gears,7.96,Rising,07:46 AM TUE 05/07/22
Jilliby Creek at Jilliby,4.78,Rising,07:00 AM TUE 05/07/22
Tuggerah Lake at Long Jetty,1.15,Rising,07:30 AM TUE 05/07/22
Tuggerah Lake at The Entrance,1.07,Rising,07:47 AM TUE 05/07/22

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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

Hazardous Surf Warning for New South Wales

Issued at 04:43 AM EST on Tuesday 05 July 2022

Weather Situation
Surf and swell conditions are expected to be hazardous for coastal activities such as rock fishing, boating, and swimming in the following areas.
Hazardous Surf Warning for the following areas:
Macquarie Coast, Hunter Coast, Sydney Coast, Illawarra Coast and Batemans Coast

NSW Police Force, Marine Area Command advise that:
People should consider staying out of the water and avoid walking near surf-exposed areas.
Rock fishers should avoid coastal rock platforms exposed to the ocean and seek a safe location that is sheltered from the surf.
Boaters planning to cross shallow water and ocean bars should consider changing or delaying their voyage.
Boaters already on the water should carry the appropriate safety equipment and wear a lifejacket.
Boaters should remember to log on with their local Marine Rescue radio base, via VHF Radio or the Marine Rescue APP, and consider their safety management plan.

The next warning will be issued by 5:00 pm EST Tuesday.
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Check the Coastal Waters Forecast for information
on wind, wave and weather conditions for
these areas at http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/ or on marine
radio.
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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales
This Flood Watch provides early advice of possible flooding within the specified catchments.

Flood Watch For The Lower Hunter And Central Coast
Issued at 01:52 PM EST on Monday 04 July 2022
Flood Watch Number: 6
FLOODING IS OCCURRING IN MANY CATCHMENTS AROUND THE ILLAWARRA, SYDNEY, CENTRAL COAST AND HUNTER REGIONS, INCLUDING MAJOR FLOODING IN THE HAWKESBURY AND NEPEAN RIVERS.
FURTHER FLOODING IS POSSIBLE IN THE CENTRAL COAST AND HUNTER REGIONS DURING MONDAY AND TUESDAY.

The East Coast Low has weakened into a trough over the Hunter district, while a strong high over the Great Australian Bight extends a ridge to the southern Tasman Sea. The combination of these features is bringing wet and windy conditions to many eastern areas of New South Wales, with severe weather about central parts of the coast. Weather conditions will gradually ease during Monday and Tuesday, although the trough will linger on the northern half of the coast through to Tuesday.
This may cause localised flash flooding and renewed and higher flooding along rivers where flood warnings are current as well as bring flooding to additional parts of the Hunter and Central Coast.
A Severe Weather Warning for Heavy Rainfall has been issued for the Metropolitan, Illawarra and parts of Hunter and Central Tablelands Forecast Districts.
The weather system may cause riverine flooding during Monday and Tuesday for the catchments listed. Flood Classes (minor, moderate, major) are only defined for catchments where the Bureau provides a flood warning service.

Catchments likely to be affected include:
Newcastle Area
Lake Macquarie
Macdonald River
Northern Sydney
Southern Sydney
Parramatta River
Wollombi Brook and Lower Hunter River
Central Coast
Upper Coxs River

Flood Warnings are current for the Nepean, Hawkesbury and Colo Rivers, Lower Hunter River, Wollombi Brook, Paterson and Williams Rivers, Shoalhaven River, Macquarie River, Lachlan River,
Culgoa and Bokhara Rivers, Bogan River, Darling River, Cooks River, Georges Basin, St Georges Basin, and Tuggerah Lake (central coast)

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/
For the latest rainfall and weather forecasts see www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/
For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood

Flood Safety Advice:
FloodSafe advice is available at www.ses.nsw.gov.au
For emergency assistance call the SES on telephone number 132 500
For life threatening emergencies, call 000 immediately
This Flood Watch means that people living or working along rivers and streams must monitor the latest weather forecasts and warnings and be ready to move to higher ground should flooding develop.
Flood Warnings will be issued if Minor Flood Level is expected to be exceeded at key sites along the main rivers for which the Bureau of Meteorology provides a flood warning service.
Severe Weather Warnings will be issued or updated if very heavy rain is forecast or observed.
For more information on the Flood Watch Service: http://www.bom.gov.au/water/floods/floodWarningServices.shtml}

Next issue:
The next Flood Watch will be issued by 02:00 pm EST on Tuesday 05 July 2022.