Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Central West Slopes and Plains and Upper Western Forecast Districts.

Issued at 10:57 pm Thursday, 27 March 2025.

Moderate to heavy rainfall developing about northwestern New South Wales tonight.

Weather Situation: A trough and upper disturbance that brought widespread heavy rainfall to parts of inland Queensland will dip southwards into northern inland parts tonight, before tracking to the southeast into the weekend.

Moderate to HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING may develop about parts of the Upper Western overnight, extending to the northern reaches of the Central West Slopes and Plains tomorrow afternoon. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 30 and 50 mm are likely, with isolated falls of up to 80 mm possible. 24-hourly rainfall totals of between 50 to 100 mm are likely, with isolated totals of up to 130 mm possible.

Locations which may be affected include Cobar, Bourke, Wanaaring, Lightning Ridge, Brewarrina and Enngonia.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Don't drive, ride or walk through flood water.
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* 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.
* Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring your local SES Unit on 132 500.