Source: Australia Bureau of Meteorology
IDN36638
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Initial Minor Flood Warning for the Wallis Lake
at Tuncurry
Issued at 2:48 pm AEST on Friday 29 May 2026
Flood Warning Number: 1
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT TUNCURRY FRIDAY EVENING ON THE HIGH TIDE
Moderate to locally heavy rainfall recorded in the Wallis Lake catchment since Thursday afternoon has caused river level rises along the Wallamba River at Nabiac and Wang Wauk River at Willina. The combined flows from the Wallamba and Wang Wauk Rivers may result in minor flooding in Wallis Lake at Tuncurry Friday evening, on the high tide.
Further rainfall is forecast for the remainder of Friday, which may lead to additional river and lake level rises.
Wallis Lake:
Minor flooding possible in Wallis Lake at Tuncurry.
The Wallis Lake at Tuncurry (Point Rd) is currently at 0.26 m and steady, below the minor flood level. The Wallis Lake at Tuncurry (Point Rd) may reach around the minor flood level (0.90 m) Friday evening, on the high tide.
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 10:30 AM AEST on Saturday 30 May 2026.
Latest River Heights:
| Location | River Height | Tendency | Time of Observation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wallamba River at Nabiac | 7.71 mAHD | Rising | 2:30 pm Fri 29/05/26 |
| Wang Wauk River at Willina | 3.98 m | Rising | 2:38 pm Fri 29/05/26 |
| Wallis Lake at Tuncurry (Point Rd) | 0.26 m | Steady | 2:40 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.