NSW SES Flood Update 2 March 2023

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Flood update from NSW SES at 2:13pm on 2 March 2023

Summary

BURTUNDY, POMONA, ELLERSLIE & GREAT DARLING ANABRANCH – MONITOR CONDITIONS

The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to MONITOR CONDITIONS of the minor
flooding on the Darling River:

  • Burtundy and surrounds
  • Pomona
  • Ellerslie
  • Great Darling Anabranch

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

The Bureau of Meteorology advises minor flooding continues at Burtundy.

Current and predicted flows in the Darling River are not likely to cause river level rises at Wentworth.
The Darling River at Burtundy is currently at 7.01 metres and falling, with minor flooding.
The Darling River at Burtundy is likely to remain above the minor flood level (6.10 metres) through to mid March.

Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas may be impacted by floodwaters:

  • Burtundy
  • Pomona
  • Ellerslie
  • Great Darling Anabranch
  • Local roads. causeways, culverts and bridges may be flooded
  • Some rural properties may become isolated by floodwaters.

Read the full press release below.

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NSW SES Flood Update 27 Feb 2023

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Flood update from NSW SES at 2:58pm on 27 February 2023

Summary

BURTUNDY, POMONA, ELLERSLIE & GREAT DARLING ANABRANCH – MONITOR CONDITIONS

The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to MONITOR CONDITIONS of the minor
flooding on the Darling River:

  • Burtundy and surrounds
  • Pomona
  • Ellerslie
  • Great Darling Anabranch

The Bureau of Meteorology advises downstream of Menindee, minor flooding is no longer occurring at Pooncarie. Minor flooding continues at Burtundy.

Current and predicted flows in the Darling River are not likely to cause river level rises at Wentworth.

The Darling River at Pooncarie fell below the minor flood level (6.80 metres) around the midnight Sunday.
The Darling River at Burtundy is currently at 7.33 metres and falling slowly, with minor flooding.
The Darling River at Burtundy is likely to remain above the minor flood level (6.10 metres) through to the end of March.

Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas may be impacted by floodwaters:

  • Burtundy
  • Pomona
  • Ellerslie
  • Great Darling Anabranch
  • Local roads. causeways, culverts and bridges may be flooded
  • Some rural properties may become isolated by floodwaters.

Read the full press release below.

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NSW SES Flood Update 24 Feb 2023

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Flood update from NSW SES on 24 February 2023

Summary

BURTUNDY, POMONA, ELLERSLIE & GREAT DARLING ANABRANCH – MONITOR CONDITIONS

The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to MONITOR CONDITIONS of the minor
flooding on the Darling River:

  • Burtundy and surrounds
  • Pomona
  • Ellerslie
  • Great Darling Anabranch

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

The Bureau of Meteorology advises river levels have fallen at Burtundy below the major flood level, and minor flooding is occurring.

River levels along the Darling River are likely to remain elevated between Burtundy and Wentworth during February. This will impact surrounding communities with road closures and isolated rural properties likely.

Current and predicted flows in the Darling River are not likely to cause river level rises at Wentworth.

The Darling River at Burtundy fell below the major flood level Tuesday afternoon and is currently at 7.61 metres and falling slowly, with minor flooding.

The Darling River at Burtundy is likely to remain above the minor flood level (6.10 metres) through to the end of March.

Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas may be impacted by floodwaters:

  • Burtundy
  • Pomona
  • Ellerslie
  • Great Darling Anabranch
  • Local roads. causeways, culverts and bridges may be flooded
  • Some rural properties may become isolated by floodwaters.

Read the full press release below.

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POONCARIE AND SURROUNDS – MONITOR CONDITIONS

The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to MONITOR CONDITIONS of the minor flooding on the Darling River:

  • Pooncarie and surrounds
  • Low lying areas along the Darling River near Pooncarie

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

The Bureau of Meteorology advises minor flooding is occurring at Pooncarie, where river levels are likely to remain elevated into March.

The Darling River at Pooncarie is currently at 7.19 metres and falling, with minor flooding.

The Darling River at Pooncarie may remain above the minor flood level (6.80 metres) through to early March.

Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas may be impacted by floodwaters:

  • Low lying areas around Pooncarie along the Darling River
  • Access roads

Read the full press release below.

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NSW SES Flood Update 22 Feb 2023

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Flood update from NSW SES at 1:51pm on 22 February 2023

Summary

POONCARIE AND SURROUNDS – MONITOR CONDITIONS

The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to MONITOR CONDITIONS of the minor flooding on the Darling River:

  • Pooncarie and surrounds
  • Low lying areas along the Darling River near Pooncarie

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

The Bureau of Meteorology advises minor flooding is occurring at Pooncarie, where river levels are likely to remain elevated into March.

The Darling River at Pooncarie is currently at 7.27 metres and falling, with minor flooding. The Darling River at Pooncarie may remain above the minor flood level (6.80 metres) until March.

Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas may be impacted by floodwaters:

  • Low lying areas around Pooncarie along the Darling River
  • Access roads

Read the full press release below.

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NSW SES Flood Update 20 Feb 2023

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Flood update from NSW SES at 2:00pm on 20 February 2023

Summary

POONCARIE AND SURROUNDS – MONITOR CONDITIONS

The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to MONITOR CONDITIONS of the minor flooding on the Darling River:

  • Pooncarie and surrounds
  • Low lying areas along the Darling River near Pooncarie

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

The Bureau of Meteorology advises minor flooding is occurring at Pooncarie, where river levels are likely to remain elevated into March.

The Darling River at Pooncarie is currently at 7.37 metres and falling, with minor flooding. The Darling River at Pooncarie may remain above the minor flood level (6.80 metres) until March.

Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas may be impacted by floodwaters:

  • Low lying areas around Pooncarie along the Darling River
  • Access roads

Read the full press release below.

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NSW SES Flood Update 16 Feb 2023

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Flood update from NSW SES at 2:56pm on 16 February 2023

Summary

BURTUNDY, POMONA, ELLERSLIE & GREAT DARLING ANABRANCH – DO NOT ENTER FLOODWATER

The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) NOT TO ENTER FLOODWATER due to the current widespread major flooding:

  • Burtundy and surrounds
  • Pomona
  • Ellerslie
  • Great Darling Anabranch

You should monitor the situation as it is constantly changing. Avoid floodwater for your safety.

The Bureau of Meteorology advises major flooding is occurring along the Darling River at Burtundy where river levels are likely to remain elevated between Burtundy and Wentworth during February.

This will impact surrounding communities with road closures and isolated rural properties likely.

The Darling River at Burtundy peaked at 8.26 metres Sunday 5 February and is currently at 7.94 metres and falling slowly, with major flooding. The Darling River at Burtundy may remain above the major flood level (7.70 metres) over the next several days.

Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas may be impacted by dangerous floodwaters:

  • Pomona
  • Ellerslie
  • Great Darling Anabranch
  • Local roads. causeways, culverts and bridges may be flooded
  • Some rural properties may become isolated by floodwaters.

Read the full press release below.

Burtundy Pomona Ellerslie Great Darling Anabranch – NSW SES Flood Watch and Act – Do not enter floodwater – 16 February 2023Download

POONCARIE AND SURROUNDS – MONITOR CONDITIONS

The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to MONITOR CONDITIONS of the minor flooding on the Darling River:

  • Pooncarie and surrounds
  • Low lying areas along the Darling River near Pooncarie

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

The Bureau of Meteorology advises minor flooding is occurring at Pooncarie.

The Darling River at Pooncarie is currently at 7.51 metres and falling slowly, with minor flooding. The Darling River at Pooncarie may remain above the minor flood level (6.80 metres) until March.

Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas may be impacted by floodwaters:

  • Low lying areas around Pooncarie along the Darling River
  • Access roads

Read the full press release below.

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Special Restrictions Lifted – Darling River between the Menindee Weir & Murray River Junction

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The decision has been made by Transport for NSW to lift the final special restrictions that have been in force on the Darling River between the Menindee Weir and the Murray River Junction. This means that all of the special restrictions that were imposed on the Murray, Edward and Darling Rivers have now been revoked and standard marine provisions once again apply.

A marine notice has been published in regard to this update.

SO2328 – General safety message in the wake of flooding impacting waterways

https://www.nsw.gov.au/topics/using-waterways/restrictions-and-closures/marine-notices/so2328-murray?fbclid=IwAR2dZSCtKFUilt8AFj-ZdzVp8PCRL2Tht7qsZvpVvDK9CE6JrnqkU-LRB6c

NSW SES Flood Update 13 Feb 2023

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Flood update from NSW SES on 13 February 2023

Summary

MENINDEE AND SURROUNDS – MONITOR CONDITIONS

The NSW SES advises people in Low lying areas along the Darling River around Menindee to MONITOR CONDITIONS of the flooding on the Darling River.

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

The Bureau of Meteorology advises along the Darling River at Menindee, minor flooding is no longer occurring.

The Darling River at Menindee Town fell below the minor flood level (8.50 metres) Friday evening and is currently at 8.03 metres and falling slowly, below the minor flood level.

Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas may be impacted by floodwaters:

  • Low-lying areas near the river may be flooded.
  • Road closure are in place check with local council for road closure details.

Read the full press release below.

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POONCARIE AND SURROUNDS – WATCH AND ACT – DO NOT ENTER FLOODWATER

The NSW SES advises people in Pooncarie and Surrounds NOT TO ENTER FLOODWATER due to
current widespread moderate flooding.

You should monitor the situation as it is constantly changing. Avoid floodwater for your safety.

The Bureau of Meteorology advises minor flooding is continuing on the Darling River at
Pooncarie, where river levels are likely to remain elevated into March. The main flood peak along
the Darling River is now downstream of Burtundy, where major flooding is occurring.

The Darling River at Pooncarie fell below the moderate flood level on Sunday and is currently at
7.58 metres and falling slowly, with minor flooding. The Darling River at Pooncarie may remain
above the minor flood level (6.80 m) into March.

Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas may be impacted by
dangerous floodwaters:

  • Local roads, causeways, culverts and bridges will close due to flooding
  • Some rural properties may become isolated by floodwaters

Read the full press release below.

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BURTUNDY, POMONA, ELLERSLIE & GREAT DARLING ANABRANCH – WATCH AND ACT – DO NOT ENTER FLOODWATER

The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) NOT TO ENTER FLOODWATER due to
current widespread major flooding:

  • Burtundy and surrounds
  • Pomona
  • Ellerslie
  • Great Darling Anabranch

You should monitor the situation as it is constantly changing. Avoid floodwater for your safety.

The Bureau of Meteorology advises major flooding is occurring along the Darling River at
Burtundy where river levels are likely to remain elevated between Burtundy and Wentworth
during February.

This will impact surrounding communities with road closures and isolated rural properties likely.
The Darling River at Burtundy peaked at 8.26 metres Sunday 5 February and is currently at 8.05
metres and falling slowly, with major flooding. The Darling River at Burtundy may remain above
the major flood level (7.70 metres) over the next several days.

Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas may be impacted by
dangerous floodwaters:

  • Pomona
  • Ellerslie
  • Great Darling Anabranch
  • Local roads. causeways, culverts and bridges may be flooded
  • Some rural properties may become isolated by floodwaters.

Read the full press release below.

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FINAL Flood Impact Survey

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Murray Regional Tourism and Destination Riverina Murray are seeking to understand the impact of floods on tourism businesses in the Riverina Murray during the peak school holiday period. They have received anecdotal feedback but need industry data to support the continued advocacy efforts to government.

A shortened survey has been made available to make it quicker and easier to respond to. It should take between 5-10 minutes to complete.

The data that is sought relates specifically to the impact on your business during the school/Christmas holiday period (Dec 19-Jan 31st). They are also seeking some insights into how your Easter bookings are currently placed. 

The survey will be open for responses until 5pm, Friday 24th February.

Thanks for your support and contribution to this important project.

COMPLETE SURVEY

Restrictions eased for Gol Gol & Buronga – Stage 1 Water Restrictions

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Wentworth Shire Council wish to advise customers in the Gol Gol and Buronga townships that water restrictions have now been eased to Stage 1 water restrictions, effective immediately, following works undertaken at the Gol Gol raw water pump station this week. The emergency use restrictions implemented on Wednesday 1 February 2023 no longer apply.

Wentworth Shire Council appreciate the continued support of customers to follow the eased water restrictions which will allow storage levels to be maintained during this time of low river levels.

Lawns & Gardens can be watered:

  • manually during the times; 6:00am to 8:00am and 8:00pm to 10:00pm on alternate days
  • with an automatic watering system only as required between 12:00am and 4:00am on alternate days

Regular updates will be provided by the Wentworth Shire Council website, social media channels and print.

For further information on Stage 1 Water Restrictions, visit https://www.wentworth.nsw.gov.au/infrastructure/engineering-services/water-and-waste-water