HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is possible about elevated parts of the southern Mid North Coast, Upper Hunter, and adjacent districts from this afternoon. 6-hourly rainfall totals between 40 and 70 mm are possible, with isolated falls up to 100 mm.
Rainfall is expected to ease below warning thresholds during Friday afternoon.
Thunderstorms that may bring isolated and localised heavy rainfall are also possible for northeast NSW on Thursday through to Friday. A Severe Thunderstorm Warning will be issued if severe thunderstorms are detected.
Flood watches are current for rivers in the area. Please refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts for more detail.
Locations which may be affected include Nowendoc, Barrington Tops and Yarrowitch.
Severe Weather Warning
for HEAVY RAINFALL
Issued at 4:59 am Thursday, 28 May 2026.
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.
For emergency help in flood and storms, ring the SES on 132 500.
Stay updated on the Hazards Near Me NSW app or the ACT ESA website (https://esa.act.gov.au).
The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 am AEST Thursday.
Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.
Varoitus voimassa ke klo 21:59 - to klo 6:00
