Warrego River at Fords Bridge Bywash flooding - Monitor conditions
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NSW State Emergency Service
Advice
Monitor conditions
The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to MONITOR CONDITIONS of the minor flooding on the Warrego River:
- Fords Bridge Bywash
You should monitor conditions by checking warnings issued by NSW SES on their website and Facebook page, listening to your local ABC radio station, and following the latest weather information from the Bureau of Meteorology online.
What are we expecting?
The Bureau of Meteorology advises No further flooding is expected in the Warrego River (NSW).
The Warrego River at Fords Bridge Bywash is currently at 1.65 metres and falling, below the minor flood level (1.70 metres).
The Warrego River at Fords Bridge Bywash is expected to remain below the minor flood level.
Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas may be impacted by floodwaters:
- No flood impacts are expected.
What you need to do:
- Consider the consequences of road and bridge closures. Damage to roads, bridges or buildings caused by flooding and landslip may still exist in your area. Consider the need to make alternate arrangements for work, children, and travel.
- Be aware of road hazards including mud and debris.
- Remain vigilant as there could still be water in low lying areas.
- Obey all signs about road closures and instructions from emergency services.
- 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.
- Avoid storm drains and pipes, ditches, ravines, creeks, and rivers.
- If you are isolated and require resupply, contact NSW SES on 132 500.
For more information:
- Listen to your local ABC radio station which can be found at reception.abc.net.au
- Follow us on social media @NSWSES or visit our website at www.ses.nsw.gov.au
- Learn about your risk at www.ses.nsw.gov.au/knowyourrisk
- Check latest weather, warnings, rainfall and river heights at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/
- Check road closures at www.livetraffic.com.au or 132 701 or your local Council
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