MINOR flooding is occurring along the Nambucca River at Bowraville (Lanes Bridge) and moderate flooding is expected this morning.
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Minor flooding is possible at Macksville later this morning with the high tide.
Heavy rainfall has been observed since 9am Monday. Further heavy rainfall is forecast today.
Big numbers have been recorded at Newee Creek by a resident since the start of the event:
In the 24 hours to 9am:
Thursday - 34mm
Friday - 275.5mm
Saturday - 8.5mm
Sunday - 53mm
Monday - 110.5mm.
That's a whopping total of 481.5mm over the five days - and, it's still raining.
A Severe Weather Warning is current for the Mid North Coast.
In a statement issued by State Emergency Service Deputy Incident Controller Greg Swindells, here's what to expect:
Bowraville - is expected to reach the moderate flood level (5.80m) around 5am Tuesday. A moderate flood peak of 6m is expected around 11am.
Macksville - Princess St is likely to reach the minor flood level (1.7m) around 10am with the high tide.
The Nambucca River is tidal and some effects may vary dependant on tidal flows, particularly in the North Arm and Taylors Arm.
Based on the prediction provided by the Bureau of Meteorology it is expected the communities of Bowraville, Taylors Arm, Macksville, Nambucca Heads and surrounding areas will be impacted by dangerous floodwaters:
At Bowraville:
Roads to and from Bowraville may be closed once the river exceeds 6.5 metres at the Bowraville gauge, isolating Bowraville. High St may close at Lanes Bridge. Wilsons Rd may close affecting access to Macksville from Bowraville, depending on tidal influences.
At Macksville:
Low lying areas in North Macksville may be impacted by floodwaters.
What you need to do
What you need to do:
Residents of low lying areas near the river should keep an active watch on the flood waters.
Keep in contact with your neighbours.
Farmers on low lying land close to rivers and creeks are urged to monitor livestock, pumps and other equipment. Waste and chemical containers should be located well above predicted flood levels.
Never walk, drive, play or ride through floodwaters. If it's flooded, forget it.
Motorists should avoid driving through flood waters, which may have washed away road surfaces and could be deeper or faster-flowing than they look.
For emergency help in floods and storms, call the NSW State Emergency Service on 132-500. In life threatening situations call triple zero (000) immediately.
