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Willara Crossing flooding - Stay informed

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Advice

The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to STAY INFORMED about predicted steady minor flooding on the Paroo River:

  • Willara Crossing
  • Low lying areas along and adjacent to the river

You should stay informed by monitoring warnings issued by NSW SES on their website and Facebook page, listening to your local ABC radio station, and checking the latest weather information from the Bureau of Meteorology online.

What are we expecting?

The Bureau of Meteorology advises following an initial peak on Saturday, renewed rises are occurring at Willara Crossing. Along the Paroo River (QLD), a second peak currently approaching Caiwarro. Minor flooding continues at Willara Crossing, and with a second peak is likely to arrive towards the end of the week or into the weekend.

Further heavy rainfall is forecast across the catchment through to the end of the week, which may lead to additional river and creek level rises. This situation is being monitored, and this warning will be updated as required.

A minor flood warning is current for the Paroo River (QLD). A Severe Weather Warning for heavy rain is current for parts of the Paroo River catchment.

The Paroo River at Willara Crossing peaked at 1.02 metres around 02:45 pm Saturday 21 February, with minor flooding. The river is currently at 0.85 metres and rising, above the minor flood level (0.70 metres). The Paroo River at Willara Crossing is likely to reach 1.50 metres around Friday, with minor flooding. Further rises are possible with forecast rain and as upstream flows arrive.

Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas may be impacted by dangerous floodwaters:

  • Willara Crossing may close to traffic
  • Farmland may be inundated along the river

What you need to do:

  • If you have a Home or Business Emergency Plan, follow it. Otherwise, have a conversation and plan for what you will do and take with you if you need to evacuate.
  • Consider the consequences of road and bridge closures and water over roads and make alternate arrangements for work, children, and travel.
  • Obey all signs about road closures and instructions from emergency services.
  • Never drive, walk, ride through, play or swim in floodwater - 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.
  • People in areas likely to be impacted by flooding should raise their assets, including waste and chemical containers above expected flood heights.
  • Share this information with family, friends, and neighbours and help others prepare where possible.
  • If you are likely to be isolated due to flooding, stock up on essential items now.
  • People working or camping along the river should monitor river heights and be prepared to relocate to higher ground.
  • Farmers should consider moving pumps and farm equipment to higher ground.

For more information:

For emergency assistance during a flood, storm or tsunami, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).

Media enquiries: [email protected] or call 1800 067 234

In life threatening situations, call Triple Zero 000 immediately