Parts of the Central West, already on flood watch after a wet winter and early spring soaking, are bracing for a rain bomb with up to 70 millimetres predicted in the space of six hours.
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The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a warning for heavy rain and flash flooding for parts of the Central West Slopes and Plains from Wednesday morning.
The warning says an upper low currently combining with a surface cold front is forecast to move eastwards from South Australia into western New South Wales for the remainder of Tuesday.
Come Wednesday, that system is expected to move further east and enhance rainfall about central parts of the state.
The specific towns likely to be impacted are Condobolin, Young, West Wyalong, Cootamundra, Junee and Parkes, stretching towards Manildra.
The warning says six-hourly rainfall totals could be anywhere between 60mm to 70mm.
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.
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Nick McGrath
Editor, Central Western Daily
Editor, Central Western Daily
