The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to STAY INFORMED about predicted possible minor to major major flooding on the Upper Nepean River:

– Menangle and surrounds, – Camden and surrounds , – Wallacia and surrounds

You should stay informed by monitoring warnings issued by NSW SES on their website and Facebook page, listening to your local ABC radio station, and checking the latest weather information from the Bureau of Meteorology online.

What are we expecting?

The Bureau of Meteorology advises Major flooding may occur along the Upper Nepean River.

The Nepean River at Menangle Bridge is likely to exceed the minor flood level (5.20 m) early Saturday morning. With forecast rainfall, the river level may reach the major flood level (12.20 m) Saturday morning.

The Nepean River at Camden Weir is likely to exceed the minor flood level (6.80 m) Saturday morning. With forecast rainfall, the river level may reach the moderate flood level (8.30 m) early Saturday afternoon.

The Nepean River at Wallacia Weir is likely to exceed the minor flood level (5.00 m) Saturday afternoon.

Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas may be impacted by dangerous floodwaters: – Menangle and surrounds , – Camden and surrounds , – Wallacia and surrounds

View the full warning: https://hazardwatch.gov.au/a/aL8M6i

Download the Hazards Near Me App and set up ‘Watch Zones’ to receive warnings in real time. https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app

For emergency help in floods, storms and tsunamis, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In life-threatening situations, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

Post current at 9:30am on Saturday 6th April 2024.

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