The NSW SES has issued a renewed watch and act alert for Narrabri and Wee Waa with further rainfall forecast on Tuesday night into Wednesday morning.

“The Bureau of Meteorology advises the Narrabri Creek at Narrabri peaked at 4.42 metres around 09:30 pm Monday, below the minor flood level and is currently at 4.29 metres and steady. Renewed rises are possible as upstream flows arrive, and Narrabri may reach the minor flood level (4.90 m) from Wednesday,” the SES update reads.

“There are predictions for further heavy isolated rainfall from midnight tonight (Tuesday) through early Wednesday morning, which may lead to significant flash flooding that could impact properties.

“We are advising the community to monitor the conditions and prepare their properties for potential impact.

“A sandbagging location is set up at the NSW SES Narrabri Unit, located at 4 Reid Street Narrabri.”

Narrabri High School, Narrabri Public School, Narrabri West Public School, St Francis Xavier’s Primary School and Nurruby Children’s Services have all advised that their facilities will not be operational on Wednesday.

The SES also advised Wee Waa residents to again prepare to isolate as the Namoi River at Wee Waa (Glencoe) is at 6.42 metres and steady, above the moderate flood level (6.40 m).

“The Namoi River at Wee Waa (Glencoe) is likely to remain around the moderate flood level (6.40 m) for the remainder of Tuesday into Wednesday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.”

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

  • Trindall Lane
  • Wee Waa to Culgoora Road
  • Kamilaroi Highway at Glencoe Channel
  • Vera’s Leap Road and Culgoora Road at Wee Waa lagoon
  • Cotton Lane
  • Tulladunna Lane

The Bureau of Meteorology advises the Namoi River at Boggabri is currently at 6.64 metres and steady, below the minor flood level. Subject to the arrival of the floodwaters from Gunnedah, renewed river level rises to near the minor flood level (7.00 m) are possible from Tuesday into Wednesday.

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.
  • Plan your route carefully to avoid flooded roads and allow extra travel time.
  • Obey all signs about road closures and instructions from emergency services.
  • Avoid storm drains and pipes, ditches, ravines and rivers.
  • 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 apply.
  • Share this information with family, friends, and neighbours and help others prepare where possible.
  • 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.
  • Companion animals and livestock should be relocated to higher ground that will not become an island.
  • The safest option is to evacuate as early as possible to avoid additional hazards. Do not wait until the last minute.
  • People in areas likely to be impacted by flooding should raise their assets, including waste and chemical containers above expected flood heights.

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