Source: Bureau of Meteorology

Issued at 12:43 pm AEDT on Thursday 26 February 2026 Flood Watch Number: 4

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

A near stationary tropical low with an extremely humid airmass lies over the southeastern Northern Territory. This system is expected to bring widespread heavy rainfall across the Flood Watch Area during Thursday, with localised intense falls possible.

Catchments are getting wet with heavy rainfall during the last few days across the Flood Watch Area, and are expected to respond to further 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 Thursday. These conditions are likely to affect road access in many areas in the coming days. Some communities may become isolated. Check road conditions 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) (Minor flood warning current for Paroo (NSW)
River)

Darling River (Localised)

Mount Gunderbooka to Wokabity Lake

Bynguano-Lower Barrier Ranges

Danggali Rivers and Creeks

Cooper Creek

Lake Frome

Bulla-Bancannia District

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.


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