The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a Minor Flood Warning for Lismore at 1:47 this afternoon.

Moderate to heavy rainfall has been observed in parts of the Wilsons River catchment overnight Sunday into Monday. This has caused rapid creek and river level rises.

Moderate to heavy rainfall is forecast until late Monday, which may cause further river level rises, with minor flooding possible at Lismore Monday evening.

The situation is being monitored by The Bureau, and warnings will be updated as required.

A severe weather warning is current for heavy rainfall in Lismore and parts of the Northern Rivers.

In the last 24 hours, Nimbin has recorded 100mm, Terania Creek 109mm, Dunoon 128mm, Corndale 129mm, Repentance 157mm and Goonengerry 164mm.

The Wilsons River at Lismore (AHD) is currently at 1.73 metres and rising, below the minor flood level (4.20 m). The Wilsons River at Lismore (AHD) may reach the minor flood level (4.20 m) Monday evening, 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

You can keep up to date with the weather, warnings and the radar through the Lismore App Weather & Travel button or through the Lismore App website www.lismoreapp.com.au and click on Weather & Travel.