Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Hunter, North West Slopes and Plains, Mid North Coast and Northern Tablelands Forecast Districts.

Issued at 6:05 pm Sunday, 11 January 2026.

Thunderstorms continue in the north of the state this afternoon.

Weather Situation: A warm, moist and unstable atmosphere combined with a surface trough has triggered thunderstorms in the north of the state.

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 Tamworth, Gunnedah, Murrurundi, Quirindi, Mullaley and Boggabri.

Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Central Tablelands district and the warning for this district 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.
* 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).