Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Mid North Coast and Hunter Forecast Districts.

Issued at 8:20 pm Friday, 13 November 2026.

Weather situation: Severe thunderstorms have re-developed over parts of the Mid North Coast and Hunter this evening.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and large hailstones in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Gloucester, Bulahdelah and Dungog.

34mm of rainfall recorded at Invergordon in the 30 minutes to 6:45pm.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Park your car under secure cover and away from trees, powerlines and drains.
* Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony.
* 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.
* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.
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).