Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of North West Slopes and Plains Forecast District.

Issued at 4:08 pm Thursday, 22 October 2026.

Heavy rainfall developing through parts of the North West Slopes and Plains.

Weather Situation: A very moist environment is combining with a surface trough and upper level instability to produce heavy falls through northern parts of the North West Slopes and Plains this afternoon.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours.

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.
* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.
For emergency help in flood and storms, ring the SES on 132 500.
Stay updated on the Hazards Near Me NSW app or the ACT ESA website (https://esa.act.gov.au).