Latest Update. Severe Weather Warning for heavy rain for people in the Northern Rivers and Mid North Coast forecast districts Issued at 4:10 pm EST on Tuesday 26 August 2014. RAIN INCREASING OVER NORTHEASTERN NSW TONIGHT Weather Situation As a low pressure system deepens in the Coral Sea this afternoon and tonight, an associated rain band is expected to extend over the northeast of the state. Rain is expected to start increasing over southern parts of the Mid North Coast region this afternoon, then extend to northern parts of the Mid North Coast tonight and to the Northern Rivers coast during the early hours of Wednesday. During this period the Mid North Coast and Northern Rivers coast are expected to see steady rain falling, with some intermittent heavy bursts likely, particularly from thunderstorms in the rain band. Thunderstorms and rain which may lead to flash flooding are forecast for the Northern Rivers and Mid North Coast forecast districts tonight and on Wednesday. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: Dont 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. For emergency help in floods and storms, ring your local SES Unit on 132 500. bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/severe.shtml
Posted on: Tue, 26 Aug 2014 12:04:56 +0000
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