As rain continues to fall in Lismore (56mm to 9am) and heavy rainfall was observed over the Wilsons River catchment Thursday night into Friday morning, the NSW SES says there is the potential to cause minor flooding at Lismore from Friday evening.

A Severe Weather Warning is current for heavy rainfall in Northern Rivers Forecast Districts.

Further rainfall is forecast for the remainder of Friday which may cause additional river level rises. The situation is being closely monitored and revised predictions will be provided if necessary.

What we are expecting:

Minor flooding expected along the Wilsons River at Lismore.

The Wilsons River at Lismore (AHD) may exceed the minor flood level (4.20 m) Friday evening.

The river level may reach around 5.70 metres overnight Friday into Saturday, with minor flooding.

•      People upstream of the Rowing Club River Gauge should allow for a level at least ½ metre higher than the gauge reading due to the flood slope.

•      Residents and businesses in the Lismore Basin may experience localised flash flooding prior to river rises.

•      A number of low lying rural roads will be flooded.

Based on the prediction provided by the Bureau of Meteorology it is expected the following locations will be affected by flood waters:

At Lismore:

•      Low lying farmland and rural properties will be affected

•      Water may enter Hensley Car Park next to Sportspower near Fawcett’s Bridge

•      Water may enter the Lower Rowing Club Car Park

•      Bridge St next to McKenzie Park in North Lismore may close

•      Orion St near Simes Bridge

•      Simes Bridge

•      Bridge Street at Slater Creek

•      Trinity College Car Park on Brunswick St

•      Woodlawn Road near the Turf Club

•      Alexandra Parade near the showground entrance

•      Canaiba Road near the airport

•      Lower parts of Trinity College on Brunswick St

• Low lying properties in North Lismore

What you need to do:

People in areas likely to be impacted by flooding need to consider the following:

•      Monitor emergency warnings and severe weather updates

•      Never drive, ride or walk through flood water

•      Farmers are advised to monitor equipment and livestock and should move machinery, livestock, pumps and fodder including waste and chemical containers to well above predicted flood levels

For emergency help in floods and storms, call the NSW State Emergency Service on 132 500. In life threatening situations call triple zero (000) immediately.