An already wet catchment, 84mm of rain in the last two days, and a forecast of increasing rain have caused the Bureau of Meteorology to issue a minor flood warning for the Wilsons River.

The Bureau says that moderate rainfall has been recorded in the Wilsons catchment since Thursday morning. This has caused river and creek level rises along the Wilsons River, with minor flooding possible at Lismore Friday evening.

Further rainfall is forecast across the Wilsons catchment for the remainder of Friday and Saturday. This is likely to result in further river and creek level rises along the Wilsons River.

Wilsons River:

Minor flooding may occur along the Wilsons River.

The Wilsons River at Lismore (AHD) is currently at 1.84 metres and rising, below the minor flood level. The Wilsons River at Lismore (AHD) may reach the minor flood level (4.20 m) Friday evening. Further rises are possible, with forecast rainfall.

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/northcoast.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 01:00 pm EDT on Friday 28 March 2025.