NSW SES Far West Area

20/03/2026

09/03/2026

📢 Incident Controller Update | Far West NSW

Over the past 14 days, NSW SES volunteers and partner agencies have been responding to flooding impacts across Far Western NSW, including road closures, damaged access routes and isolated rural properties.

Hear directly from the Incident Controller with an update on current conditions and ongoing operations.

⚠️ Never drive through floodwater.

Broken Hill City Council
Central Darling Shire Council
ABC Broken Hill
Outback Radio 2WEB

08/03/2026

Far Western NSW flooding
Stay informed
Advice

The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to STAY INFORMED about predicted and continuing inland widespread flooding on the Paroo River:

- Low-lying roads
- Unsealed access roads
- Isolated homesteads and stations

You should stay informed by monitoring warnings issued by NSW SES on their website and page, listening to your local ABC radio station, and checking the latest weather information from the Bureau of Meteorology online.

What are we expecting?
Floodwater is currently impacting low-lying roads and access routes across parts of the Far West.

Several roads are closed or remain impassable due to floodwater and damage in sections of the road surface. Conditions may change quickly and additional closures may occur without notice.

Access to some rural properties and remote communities is currently restricted, with a number of locations experiencing isolation where alternate routes are not available.

View the full warning: https://hazardwatch.gov.au/a/m5Zx_H

Download the Hazards Near Me App and set up ‘Watch Zones’ to receive warnings in real time. https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app

For emergency assistance during a flood, storm or tsunami, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).

Post current at 1:12pm on Sunday 8th March 2026.

08/03/2026

📢 Resupply operations continue as access slowly improves in parts of the Far West.

NSW SES continues to coordinate resupply missions to isolated properties across the Far Western Zone as overland flooding impacts remain across the region.

While some roads are now reopening with caution and a number of residents are beginning to resupply themselves, many properties remain isolated due to floodwater across access roads and surrounding crossings.

Aviation assets have played a critical role in supporting isolated residents and delivering essential supplies during this event.
As access gradually improves in some areas, some aviation resources and supporting crews will begin demobilising from the region in the coming days as response operations begin to scale down.

NSW SES will continue to monitor conditions and coordinate support to isolated communities where it is still required.

If you remain isolated and require essential resupply or assistance, contact NSW SES on 132 500 📞

06/03/2026

⚠️ Drivers ignoring road closures on the Barrier Highway near Wilcannia ⚠️

Don’t let a moment of impulse lead to a lifetime of regret.

NSW SES and partner agencies are continuing to see drivers attempting to travel through floodwater and past road closure points on the Barrier Highway near Wilcannia.

Road closures are in place for a reason. Floodwater across roads can hide damage to the road surface, strong currents, deep holes, and debris. Even shallow water can stall a vehicle or sweep it off the road.

Driving around road closure signs or through floodwater puts your life and the lives of emergency services at risk.

If the road is closed, do not drive around the barriers. Turn around and find an alternative route.

Remember:
• Never drive through floodwater
• Obey all road closure signs
• Check road conditions before travelling
• Delay travel if conditions are unsafe

Road conditions can change quickly during flooding, particularly on highways and surrounding access roads in the Far West.

For the latest road information visit Live Live Traffic NSW or follow updates from NSW SES.

If it’s flooded, forget it.

03/03/2026

📞 WHEN TO CALL NSW SES 132 500 💛🧡

Call NSW SES on 132 500 if you need emergency help during floods or storms, including:
• 🚧 Resupply of essential food, goods or medicines if you’re isolated
• 💧 Flood assistance, such as rising water affecting your property
• 🌳 Storm damage, like trees down on homes or blocking access
• 🚗 Flood rescue or help if you’re trapped by floodwater
• 🏠 Damage to your home that poses a safety risk

If you need police, fire or ambulance in a life‑threatening emergency, always call 000.

For general information or non‑urgent support, you can also visit ses.nsw.gov.au.

Stay safe — we’re here to help when it matters most. 💛🧡

02/03/2026

💛 RESUPPLY UPDATE FOR OUR COMMUNITY 💛

NSW SES is continuing resupply operations to support towns, villages and isolated properties affected by flooding. Our teams are working hard to make sure essential food, goods and medicines reach those who need them.

Depending on access, deliveries may be made by:
🛥️ Flood boats
🚙 High‑clearance vehicles
🚁 Aircraft for areas we can’t reach by road or boat

If you need resupply, please call 132 500 to lodge your request.
An SES member will then contact you directly to advise which supplier to order from based on your local arrangements.

Once you’ve been advised of the supplier, please place and pay for your order and ensure all packages are clearly labelled with your name, address, contact details, weight and RFA number.

You’ll also be told where the staging or collection point is for your community. When collecting items, please follow directions from SES crews and keep well clear of any aircraft or loading zones.

Thank you for your patience and support as we continue to help our communities through this event. 💛🧡

01/03/2026

🚨 Far West NSW Flooding Update 🚨
Flooding continues to impact large parts of the Far West, with multiple roads closed and travel disruptions across the region. If you're on the move, please take extra care — isolations are already occurring and conditions can change quickly.

Before travelling, make sure you check:
🔸 Live Traffic NSW for road closures, hazards and current conditions
🔸 Hazards Near Me for real-time flood and weather warnings
🔸 Your local council website for community-specific updates and road information

🌧️ If it’s flooded, steer clear.
Your safety is what matters most — never enter floodwater and plan ahead to avoid becoming stranded.
Please share to help keep our community safe. 💛

01/03/2026

Riverina and Far Western NSW severe weather
Monitor conditions
Advice

The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to MONITOR CONDITIONS for forecast heavy rainfall, intense rainfall, Flash flooding:

- Albury
- Deniliquin
- Broken Hill
- Hay
- Wentworth
- Narrandera
-

65.2 MM WAS RECORDED AT FOWLERS GAP IN THE 2 HOURS TO 4:30 AM.

63.2 MM WAS RECORDED AT MOUNT WOOWOOLARAH IN THE 2 HOURS TO 3:27 AM.

What are we expecting?

The Bureau of Meteorology advises tropical humidity continues on the eastern flank of a low in northwest Victoria, resulting in a broad rainband with isolated thunderstorms. A trough is moving through the southwest of state today with rainfall clearing from the west in its wake.

HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is possible for southwestern parts of the Upper Western, Lower Western and Riverina forecast districts today. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 40 to 70 mm are likely. Heavy rainfall is expected to ease in the Upper Western and Lower Western forecast districts during the afternoon.

Locally INTENSE RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is possible throughout the warning area with thunderstorms. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 70 to 100 mm are possible. The risk of INTENSE RAINFALL decreases during the morning.

Flood Watches and Warnings are current for the area. Please refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts/ for more information.

This event may change quickly. NSW SES will monitor the situation and update warnings if the situation changes.

View the full warning: https://hazardwatch.gov.au/a/d0YaG4

Download the Hazards Near Me App and set up ‘Watch Zones’ to receive warnings in real time. https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app

For emergency assistance during a flood, storm or tsunami, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).

Post current at 5:04am on Monday 2nd March 2026.

01/03/2026

Far Southwestern NSW severe weather
Stay indoors
Watch and Act

The NSW SES is advising people in the following area(s) to STAY INDOORS due to intense rainfall, and possible flash flooding:

- Wentworth
- Euston
- Barham



You should monitor the situation as it is constantly changing.

What are we expecting?

The Bureau of Meteorology advises tropical humidity is expected to continue to increase on the eastern flank of a low in South Australia, persisting a broad region of rain with isolated thunderstorms. A trough is expected to push into the far southwest of the state overnight tonight, increasing rain and thunderstorm activity and the risk of heavy to locally intense falls.

Locally, INTENSE RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is possible throughout the warning area with thunderstorms, however is most likely about the far southern Lower Western and southwestern Riverina from early Monday morning. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 70 to 100 mm are possible. The risk of INTENSE RAINFALL decreases during Monday afternoon.

Flood Watches and Warnings are current for the area. Please refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts/ for more information.

This event may change quickly. NSW SES will monitor the situation and update warnings if the situation changes.

View the full warning: https://hazardwatch.gov.au/a/dgE_LD

Download the Hazards Near Me App and set up ‘Watch Zones’ to receive warnings in real time. https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app

For emergency assistance during a flood, storm or tsunami, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).

Post current at 11:15pm on Sunday 1st March 2026.

01/03/2026

Riverina and Far Western NSW severe weather
Monitor conditions
Advice

The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to MONITOR CONDITIONS for forecast heavy rainfall, Flash flooding:

- Albury
- Deniliquin
- Broken Hill
- Hay
- Wentworth
- Menindee
- Griffith
- Narrandera
- Wagga Wagga
-

What are we expecting?

The Bureau of Meteorology advises tropical humidity is expected to continue to increase on the eastern flank of a low in South Australia, persisting a broad region of rain with isolated thunderstorms. A trough is expected to push into the far southwest of the state overnight tonight, increasing rain and thunderstorm activity and the risk of heavy to locally intense falls.

HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is possible for southwestern parts of the Upper Western, Lower Western and Riverina forecast districts tonight, with the risk becoming likely into Monday morning. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 40 to 70 mm are likely.

Locally, INTENSE RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is possible throughout the warning area with thunderstorms, however is most likely about the far southern Lower Western and southwestern Riverina from early Monday morning. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 70 to 100 mm are possible. The risk of INTENSE RAINFALL decreases during Monday afternoon.

Flood Watches and Warnings are current for the area. Please refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts/ for more information.

This event may change quickly. NSW SES will monitor the situation and update warnings if the situation changes.

View the full warning: https://hazardwatch.gov.au/a/wR1uPE

Download the Hazards Near Me App and set up ‘Watch Zones’ to receive warnings in real time. https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app

For emergency assistance during a flood, storm or tsunami, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).

Post current at 11:09pm on Sunday 1st March 2026.