Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Northern Rivers, South West Slopes, Snowy Mountains and Australian Capital Territory Forecast Districts.

Issued at 2:30 pm Friday, 27 February 2026.

Severe thunderstorms with heavy rain about the Northern Rivers and Snowy Mountains.

Weather Situation: An easterly moist onshore flow is forcing persistent showers and thunderstorms about the Northern Rivers this afternoon. Meanwhile, slow-moving heavy thunderstorms have also triggered about the Snowy Mountains.

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 Lismore, Cooma, Ballina, Coraki, Alstonville and Numinbah.

68.6 mm of rainfall has been recorded at Green Pigeon in the hour to 1:13 pm.

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).