Source: Bureau of Meteorology

Flood Watch for parts of the Mid North Coast and Northern Rivers
Issued at 12:49 pm AEST on Monday 18 May 2026

Flood Watch Number: 2

MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE IN THE RICHMOND, WILSONS, ORARA, BELLINGER AND NAMBUCCA RIVERS AND COFFS CREEK

A trough and cloud band over NSW will produce widespread rain over north east NSW during Monday and overnight into Tuesday. Heavy rain is possible in the afternoon and evening with thunderstorms.

Catchments in the flood watch area are wet to moderately wet.

River level rises area expected across the flood watch area with the forecast rainfall and areas of minor flooding may develop from Monday evening.

Flood classes (minor, moderate, major) are only defined for catchments where the Bureau provides a flood warning service.

Catchments likely to be affected include:

Tweed and Rous RiversMinor flooding

Wilsons RiverMinor flooding

Richmond RiverMinor flooding

Orara RiverMinor flooding

Coffs CoastMinor flooding

Bellinger and Kalang RiversMinor flooding

Nambucca RiverMinor flooding

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts

For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood

Safety Advice:
Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.ses.nsw.gov.au.
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

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