Source: Bureau of Meteorology
For people in parts of North West Slopes and Plains and Central
West Slopes and Plains Forecast Districts.
Issued at 7:59 pm Monday, 19 February 2024.
Isolated severe storms are continuing in the northern interior
this evening, easing elsewhere.
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may
lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several
hours. Locations which may be affected include Coonamble and
Baradine.
Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Northern
Rivers, Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes,
Snowy Mountains and Northern Tablelands districts and the warning
for these districts is CANCELLED.
The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water.
* 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.
* Unplug computers and appliances.
* Avoid using the phone during the storm.
* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets
indoors as well.
* Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape
may have changed following bushfires.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and
ACT) on 132 500.
