Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Central Tablelands, North West Slopes and Plains, Central West Slopes and Plains, South West Slopes, Upper Western, Southern Tablelands and Riverina Forecast Districts.

Issued at 8:53 am Saturday, 30 November 2024.

Severe thunderstorms with heavy rainfall continue this morning through inland parts.

Weather Situation: A very moist and unstable airmass supported by an approaching upper trough is producing scattered showers and isolated severe thunderstorms over the North West Slopes and Plains, Central West Slopes and Plains as well as along the South West Slopes, Storms are generally slow moving and may continue throughout the morning.

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 Orange, Moree, Walgett, Dubbo, Parkes and Lightning Ridge.

49.4mm in 3 hours at Condobolin airport 05:27am.

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.