The Bureau of Meteorology has issued another Minor Flood Warning for the Wilsons River.

The Wilsons River peaked at 4.22 metres earlier today and has dropped below minor flood level (4.2m) currently sitting at 4.06m at 3:30pm.

The moderate to heavy rainfall from late Sunday has raised river and creek levels across the Wilsons catchment. Further rainfall is forecast from this evening (Tuesday) into Wednesday, which may cause renewed minor flooding during Thursday at Lismore.

The Bureau of Meteorology said the situation is being closely monitored, and warnings will be updated as necessary.

A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Northern Rivers, including the Richmond Rover.

The Bureau is still forecasting 15 to 50mm on its website; however, as reported earlier, there may be rainfall in excess of 100mm in the next 24 hours, which could also lead to some flash flooding. (Update: 20-70mm at 5:33pm)

The following areas may be impacted by dangerous floodwaters:

• Hensley Car Park next to Sportspower near Fawcett’s Bridge  
• Lower Rowing Club Car Park
• Bridge St next to McKenzie Park in North Lismore  
• Orion St near Simes Bridge
• Low-lying minor roads and bridges
• Low-lying farming and rural areas  
• Low-lying areas along the River

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