Source: Bureau of Meteorology

Issued at 12:48 pm AEDT on Wednesday 25 February 2026

Flood Watch Number: 3

FLOODING POSSIBLE IN PARTS OF THE FAR NORTH WEST OF NEW SOUTH WALES FROM WEDNESDAY

A near stationary tropical low with an extremely humid airmass lies over the southeastern Northern Territory. The low extends a trough into the far north west of New South Wales, which is expected to deepen on Wednesday. This system is expected to bring widespread heavy rainfall across the Flood Watch Area over the next few days, with localised intense falls possible.

Catchments are currently relatively dry across the Flood Watch Area but are expected to respond to heavier rainfall.

Accumulated rainfall is expected to be significant. Isolated river and creek level rises, localised flooding, and overland inundation are expected across parts of the Flood Watch Area from Wednesday. These conditions are likely to affect road access in many areas in the coming days. Some communities may become isolated. Road conditions should be checked before travelling.

At this stage, river levels along the Barwon-Darling River are expected to remain below minor flood levels, but localised flooding is possible.

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

Catchments likely to be affected include:
Paroo River (NSW)

Darling River

Mount Gunderbooka to Wokabity Lake

Bynguano-Lower Barrier Ranges

Danggali Rivers and Creeks

Cooper Creek

Lake Frome

Bulla-Bancannia District

A Severe Weather Warning for heavy rain is current for parts of north west NSW. Flood warnings are current for the following catchment(s) : Paroo (QLD, NSW), Cooper Creek (QLD), Bulloo (QLD), Inland Rivers (SA).

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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