Source: Bureau of Meteorology
For people in Northern Tablelands and parts of Northern Rivers,
Mid North Coast and North West Slopes and Plains Forecast
Districts.
Issued at 3:04 pm Thursday, 18 January 2024.
Severe thunderstorms in the northeast
A trough is moving into Northeast NSW with a moist tropical
airmass in place. Thunderstorms have formed this afternoon and are
generally spreading towards the northeast.
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 Grafton, Coffs
Harbour, Armidale, Tenterfield, Sawtell and Dorrigo.
Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Hunter
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.
* Be aware that run-off from rainfall in fire affected areas may
behave differently and be more rapid. It may also contain debris
such as ash, soil, trees and rocks.
* After bushfires, heavy rain and the loss of foliage can make the
ground soft and heavy, leading to a greater chance of
landslides.
* Unplug computers and appliances.
* Avoid using the phone during the storm.
* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets
indoors as well.
* Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape
may have changed following bushfires.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and
ACT) on 132 500.
18/Jan/2024 04:11 AM