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Warrego River at Barringun, Enngonia and Fords Bridge Bywash flooding - Stay informed

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Advice

The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to STAY INFORMED about predicted inland moderate flooding on the Warrego River:

  • Fords Bridge Bywash

You should stay informed by monitoring warnings issued by NSW SES on their website and Facebook page, listening to your local ABC radio station, and checking the latest weather information from the Bureau of Meteorology online.

What are we expecting?

The Bureau of Meteorology advises Moderate flooding is occurring along the Warrego River (NSW) at Fords Bridge Bywash.

No observations are currently available for Enngonia. It is estimated that the river level is below the minor flood level (2.00 m) and falling slowly. The Warrego River at Enngonia is likely to remain below the minor flood level.

The Warrego River at Fords Bridge Bywash is currently at 2.31 metres and rising slowly, above the moderate flood level (2.30 m). The Warrego River at Fords Bridge Bywash is likely to peak near 2.50 metres around mid-week with moderate flooding.

Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas may be impacted by dangerous floodwaters:

  • Flooding may occur in low lying areas along and adjacent to the river including creeks
  • Roads may be impacted and closures are possible
  • Livestock and farming equipment may need to be moved to higher ground

What you need to do:

  • Farmers should consider moving pumps and farm equipment to higher ground.
  • People in areas likely to be impacted by flooding should raise their assets, including waste and chemical containers above expected flood heights.
  • Consider the consequences of road and bridge closures and water over roads and make alternate arrangements for work, children, and travel.
  • Obey all signs about road closures and instructions from emergency services.
  • Avoid storm drains and pipes, ditches, ravines, creeks, and rivers.
  • Never drive, walk, ride through, play or swim in flood water - it is dangerous, toxic, and may void your car insurance. If it's flooded, forget it. Fines may apply.
  • If you have a Home and/or Business Emergency Plan, review it now. Otherwise, have a conversation and plan for what you will do and take with you if you need to evacuate.
  • Share this information with family, friends, and neighbours and help others prepare where possible.
  • If you are likely to be isolated due to flooding, stock up on essential items now.

For more information:

For emergency help in floods, storms and tsunamis, call the NSW State Emergency Service on 132 500. In life threatening situations, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

Media enquiries: media@ses.nsw.gov.au or call 1800 067 234

For emergency help in floods, storms and tsunamis, call the NSW State Emergency Service 132 500 • In life threatening situations, call Triple Zero 000 immediately