Source: Australia Bureau of Meteorology
IDN36652
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Initial Minor Flood Warning for the Myall River
at Bulahdelah
Issued at 1:41 pm AEST on Friday 29 May 2026
Flood Warning Number: 1
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT BULAHDELAH FRIDAY AFTERNOON
Moderate to locally heavy rainfall recorded in the Myall catchment since Thursday afternoon has caused river level rises at Bulahdelah and upstream. Further rainfall is forecast for the remainder of Friday, which may lead to additional river level rises. Minor flooding may develop along the Myall River at Bulahdelah Friday afternoon.
Myall River:
Minor flooding is possible along the Myall River at Bulahdelah.
The Myall River at Bulahdelah is currently at 2.23 m AHD and rising, below the minor flood level. The Myall River at Bulahdelah may reach around the minor flood level (3.00 m AHD) Friday afternoon.
Safety Advice:
- Don’t drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
- Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
- Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don’t drive on flooded roads.
- Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
- For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.ses.nsw.gov.au.
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.
Next Issue:
The next warning will be issued by 06:00 PM AEST on Friday 29 May 2026.
Latest River Heights:
| Location | River Height | Tendency | Time of Observation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Myall River at Markwell | 5.29 m | Rising | 1:28 pm Fri 29/05/26 |
| Myall River at Bulahdelah | 2.33 mAHD | Rising | 1:15 pm Fri 29/05/26 |
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.