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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Detailed Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Large Hailstones, Damaging Winds And Heavy Rainfall

for parts of Blue Mountains/Hawkesbury, Gosford/Wyong, Sydney and Maitland/Cessnock areas.

Issued at 3:28 pm Tuesday, 29 April 2025.

LARGE HAILSTONES, DAMAGING WINDS and HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Blue Mountains/Hawkesbury, Maitland/Cessnock, Gosford/Wyong and Sydney
The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 3:30 pm, severe thunderstorms likely to produce large hailstones, damaging winds and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding were detected near Hornsby, Richmond and Maroota. These thunderstorms are moving towards the north to northeast. They are forecast to affect Terrey Hills, Wisemans Ferry and Mangrove Mountain by 4:00 pm and Woy Woy, Brooklyn and Glenorie by 4:30 pm.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Move your car under cover or away from trees.
* Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony.
* Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences.
* Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill.
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water.
* If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.
* Unplug computers and appliances.
* Avoid using the phone during the storm.
* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500.
A more general severe thunderstorm warning is also current for parts of the Hunter, Metropolitan, Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes, Australian Capital Territory, Central Tablelands and Snowy Mountains districts.

The next warning is due to be issued by 4:30 pm.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Detailed Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Large Hailstones, Damaging Winds And Heavy Rainfall

for parts of Blue Mountains/Hawkesbury, Gosford/Wyong, Sydney and Maitland/Cessnock areas.

Issued at 3:28 pm Tuesday, 29 April 2025.

LARGE HAILSTONES, DAMAGING WINDS and HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Blue Mountains/Hawkesbury, Maitland/Cessnock, Gosford/Wyong and Sydney
The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 3:30 pm, severe thunderstorms likely to produce large hailstones, damaging winds and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding were detected near Hornsby, Richmond and Maroota. These thunderstorms are moving towards the north to northeast. They are forecast to affect Terrey Hills, Wisemans Ferry and Mangrove Mountain by 4:00 pm and Woy Woy, Brooklyn and Glenorie by 4:30 pm.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Move your car under cover or away from trees.
* Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony.
* Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences.
* Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill.
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water.
* If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.
* Unplug computers and appliances.
* Avoid using the phone during the storm.
* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500.
A more general severe thunderstorm warning is also current for parts of the Hunter, Metropolitan, Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes, Australian Capital Territory, Central Tablelands and Snowy Mountains districts.

The next warning is due to be issued by 4:30 pm.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall, Damaging Winds And Large Hailstones

for parts of Hunter, Metropolitan, Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes, Australian Capital Territory, Central Tablelands and Snowy Mountains Forecast Districts.

Issued at 3:25 pm Tuesday, 29 April 2025.

Severe thunderstorms developing in the greater Sydney area and north of Canberra.

Weather Situation
Thunderstorms developing along a trough over southeastern NSW.
HEAVY RAINFALL, DAMAGING WINDS and LARGE HAILSTONES for the following areas:
Hunter, Metropolitan, Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes, Snowy Mountains and Australian Capital Territory
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding over the next several hours in parts of the Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes, Australian Capital Territory and Snowy Mountains districts. Locations which may be affected include Canberra, Yass and Mount Ginini.
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds, large hailstones and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding over the next several hours in parts of the Hunter, Metropolitan and Central Tablelands districts. Locations which may be affected include Gosford, Sydney, Parramatta, Woy Woy, Wollombi and Kulnura.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Move your car under cover or away from trees.
* Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony.
* Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences.
* Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill.
* Trees that have been damaged by fire are likely to be more unstable and more likely to fall.
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water.
* 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.
* Unplug computers and appliances.
* Avoid using the phone during the storm.
* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.
* Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500.

The next warning is due to be issued by 6:25 pm.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall, Damaging Winds And Large Hailstones

for parts of Hunter, Metropolitan, Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes, Australian Capital Territory, Central Tablelands and Snowy Mountains Forecast Districts.

Issued at 3:25 pm Tuesday, 29 April 2025.

Severe thunderstorms developing in the greater Sydney area and north of Canberra.

Weather Situation
Thunderstorms developing along a trough over southeastern NSW.
HEAVY RAINFALL, DAMAGING WINDS and LARGE HAILSTONES for the following areas:
Hunter, Metropolitan, Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes, Snowy Mountains and Australian Capital Territory
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding over the next several hours in parts of the Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes, Australian Capital Territory and Snowy Mountains districts. Locations which may be affected include Canberra, Yass and Mount Ginini.
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds, large hailstones and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding over the next several hours in parts of the Hunter, Metropolitan and Central Tablelands districts. Locations which may be affected include Gosford, Sydney, Parramatta, Woy Woy, Wollombi and Kulnura.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Move your car under cover or away from trees.
* Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony.
* Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences.
* Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill.
* Trees that have been damaged by fire are likely to be more unstable and more likely to fall.
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water.
* 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.
* Unplug computers and appliances.
* Avoid using the phone during the storm.
* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.
* Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500.

The next warning is due to be issued by 6:25 pm.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

Hazardous Surf Warning for New South Wales

Issued at 12:17 PM EST on Tuesday 29 April 2025

Weather Situation
Surf and swell conditions are expected to be hazardous for coastal activities such as rock fishing, boating, and swimming in the following areas.

Warnings for Wednesday 30 April

Hazardous Surf Warning for the following areas:
Hunter Coast

Warnings for Thursday 01 May

Hazardous Surf Warning for the following areas:
Macquarie Coast, Hunter Coast, Sydney Coast and Illawarra Coast

NSW Police Force, Marine Area Command advise that:
People should consider staying out of the water and avoid walking near surf-exposed areas.
Rock fishers should avoid coastal rock platforms exposed to the ocean and seek a safe location that is sheltered from the surf.
Boaters planning to cross shallow water and ocean bars should consider changing or delaying their voyage.
Boaters already on the water should carry the appropriate safety equipment and wear a lifejacket.
Boaters should remember to log on with their local Marine Rescue radio base, via VHF Radio or the Marine Rescue APP, and consider their safety management plan.

The next warning will be issued by 5:00 pm EST Tuesday.
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Check the Coastal Waters Forecast for information
on wind, wave and weather conditions for
these areas at http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/ or on marine
radio.
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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Final Flood Warning For The Williams River
Issued at 10:03 AM EST on Tuesday 29 April 2025
Flood Warning Number: 6

NO FURTHER FLOODING EXPECTED AT MILL DAM FALLS
Heavy rainfall during Saturday and Sunday caused minor flooding along the Williams River at Dungog and Mill Dam Falls overnight Sunday into Monday. River levels are now below the minor flood level and will continue to fall during the remainder of Tuesday.
Showers and the chance of thunderstorms are forecast for the next few days which may cause renewed river level rises. At this stage these renewed rises are expected to remain below minor flood levels. The situation is being monitored and warnings will resume if required.

Williams River:
No further flooding is expected along the Williams River.
The Williams River at Mill Dam Falls is currently at 3.85 metres and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Williams River at Mill Dam Falls will remain below the minor flood level (6.10 m).

Williams River at Dungog:
Cancellation

Flood Safety Advice:
In life threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately. If you require rescue, assistance to evacuate or other emergency help, ring NSW SES on 132 500.
* Avoid drowning. Stay out of rising water, seek refuge in the highest available place.
* Prevent damage to your vehicle. Move it under cover, away from areas likely to flood.
* Avoid being swept away. Stay out of fast-flowing creeks and storm drains.
* Never drive, ride or walk through flood water. Flood water can be deceptive and dangerous.}
For more emergency information, advice, and access to the latest river heights and rainfall observations and forecasts:
* NSW SES: www.ses.nsw.gov.au
* RMS Live Traffic: www.livetraffic.com
* Latest River Heights and Rainfall Observations: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/midnorth.shtml
* Latest NSW Warnings: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/
* Rainfall Forecasts: www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/
* BOM NSW Twitter: www.twitter.com/BOM_NSW

Next issue:
This is a final warning, no further warnings will be issued for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Williams River at Dungog,2.67,Steady,09:30 AM TUE 29/04/25
Williams River at Mill Dam Falls,3.85,Falling,09:00 AM TUE 29/04/25
Allyn River at Halton,1.43,Steady,09:45 AM TUE 29/04/25
Paterson River at Gostwyck Bridge,4.81,Falling,09:45 AM TUE 29/04/25

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

Marine Wind Warning Summary for New South Wales

Issued at 10:00 AM EST on Tuesday 29 April 2025
for the period until midnight EST Wednesday 30 April 2025

Wind Warnings for Tuesday 29 April
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Eden Coast

Wind Warnings for Wednesday 30 April
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Sydney Enclosed Waters, Byron Coast, Coffs Coast, Macquarie Coast, Hunter Coast, Sydney Coast, Illawarra Coast, Batemans Coast and Eden Coast

The next marine wind warning summary will be issued by 4:05 pm EST Tuesday.
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Check the latest Coastal Waters Forecast or Local
Waters Forecast at http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts/map.shtml for information on wind,
wave and weather conditions for these coastal zones.
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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Minor Flood Warning For The Tuggerah Lake
Issued at 09:32 AM EST on Tuesday 29 April 2025
Flood Warning Number: 2

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT LONG JETTY, LIKELY TO PERSIST UNTIL AT LEAST WEDNESDAY
Moderate to heavy rainfall was observed in the Tuggerah Lake catchment during Sunday, causing river and creek level rises across the catchment. Levels in Tuggerah Lake at Long Jetty are around the minor flood level during Tuesday morning and are likely to remain around that level until at least Wednesday, and possibly longer.
Showers and the chance of a thunderstorm are forecast over the next few days which may cause small additional rises as well as slowing the recession of levels in Tuggerah Lake into the weekend.

Tuggerah Lake:
Minor flooding is occurring at Tuggerah Lake.
The Tuggerah Lake at Long Jetty is currently at the minor flood level (0.90 m) and steady.
The Tuggerah Lake at Long Jetty is likely to remain around the minor flood level (0.90 m) during the remainder of Tuesday and Wednesday.

Flood Safety Advice:
In life threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately. If you require rescue, assistance to evacuate or other emergency help, ring NSW SES on 132 500.
* Avoid drowning. Stay out of rising water, seek refuge in the highest available place.
* Prevent damage to your vehicle. Move it under cover, away from areas likely to flood.
* Avoid being swept away. Stay out of fast-flowing creeks and storm drains.
* Never drive, ride or walk through flood water. Flood water can be deceptive and dangerous.}
For more emergency information, advice, and access to the latest river heights and rainfall observations and forecasts:
* NSW SES: www.ses.nsw.gov.au
* RMS Live Traffic: www.livetraffic.com
* Latest River Heights and Rainfall Observations: http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/greatersydney.shtml
* Latest NSW Warnings: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/
* Rainfall Forecasts: www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/
* BOM NSW Twitter: www.twitter.com/BOM_NSW

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 10:00 am EST on Wednesday 30 April 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Jilliby Creek at Jilliby,2.82,Steady,08:00 AM TUE 29/04/25
Tuggerah Lake at Long Jetty,0.90,Steady,09:15 AM TUE 29/04/25
Tuggerah Lake at The Entrance,0.89,Steady,09:15 AM TUE 29/04/25

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales
This Flood Watch provides early advice of possible flooding within the specified catchments.

Final Flood Watch For Parts Of The Mid North Coast, Central Coast And Hunter Catchments
Issued at 01:43 PM EST on Monday 28 April 2025
Flood Watch Number: 2
RAINFALL RISK HAS EASED, MINOR TO MODERATE FLOOD WARNINGS ARE CURRENT ACROSS SEVERAL COASTAL RIVERS

The complex low pressure system which brought heavy rainfall has moved away from the NSW coast.
Catchments in the Flood Watch area are relatively wet.
Further rainfall is forecast from middle of the week, which may cause small river level rises.

Flooding is no longer expected in the following catchments:
Goulburn and Upper Hunter Rivers
Wollombi Brook and Lower Hunter River
Myall River
Paterson and Williams Rivers
Central Coast

Flood warnings are current for the following catchments: Orara, Hastings, Tuggerah Lake, Williams, Camden Haven, Cooks, Paroo, Warrego, Barwon and Darling.

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/
For the latest rainfall and weather forecasts see www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/
For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood

Flood Safety Advice:
FloodSafe advice is available at www.ses.nsw.gov.au
For emergency assistance call the SES on telephone number 132 500
For life threatening emergencies, call 000 immediately
This Flood Watch means that people living or working along rivers and streams must monitor the latest weather forecasts and warnings and be ready to move to higher ground should flooding develop.
Flood Warnings will be issued if Minor Flood Level is expected to be exceeded at key sites along the main rivers for which the Bureau of Meteorology provides a flood warning service.
Severe Weather Warnings will be issued or updated if very heavy rain is forecast or observed.
For more information on the Flood Watch Service: http://www.bom.gov.au/water/floods/floodWarningServices.shtml}

Next issue:
This is a final Flood Watch, no further watches will be issued for this event.