NSW SES - Singleton Unit

31/05/2026

How did you spend your weekend? Me? Well, I was on a roof.

29/05/2026

🌤️Flooding no longer expected in the Hunter catchment. But it has still been a big few days for your emergency services.

NSW SES has responded to more than 500 incidents as widespread rainfall and thunderstorms impact northern and eastern parts of the state. 🌧️

Flood rescue operators, along with partner emergency service personnel, have completed seven flood rescues across the Central Coast and Mid North Coast. The majority have involved cars that became trapped in floodwater as flash flooding inundated roads quickly.

🚘❗Steer clear of floodwater. If you come across a flooded road, turn around and find an alternative route.

Heavy rainfall is forecast to continue for parts of the Hunter, Mid North Coast and adjacent districts this afternoon, before easing later today.

📲 Stay across the latest warnings and advice by downloading the Hazards Near Me app and setting up a watch zone for your local area.

☎️ If you need assistance during storms or floods, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, always call Triple Zero (000).

28/05/2026

‼MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE FOR THE HUNTER AND PARTS OF THE MID NORTH COAST FROM OVERNIGHT THURSDAY INTO FRIDAY

🚧A broad low pressure trough will deepen to a low pressure system over southern Queensland or northern inland New South Wales. The low will traverse the northeast quarter of the state, before entering the coastal waters of the Hunter and the Mid North Coast. This system will generate widespread moderate to heavy rainfall and thunderstorms from Thursday afternoon into Friday, across the Hunter and parts of the Mid North Coast.

👉Goulburn and Upper Hunter Rivers: Minor flooding
👉Wollombi Brook and Lower Hunter River: Minor flooding
👉Paterson and Williams Rivers: Minor flooding
👉Newcastle Area

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts

For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood

Safety advice
Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.

Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.

Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.

Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.

For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.ses.nsw.gov.au.

The next Flood Watch will be issued by 01:00 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time on Friday 29 May 2026.The next Flood Watch will be issued by 01:00 PM AEST on Friday 29 May 2026.

27/05/2026

Bulga and Wollombi flooding
Stay informed
Advice

The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to STAY INFORMED about predicted minor flooding on the Wollombi Brook :

- Bulga and Wollombi

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?

The Bureau of Meteorology advises a broad trough over northern and eastern NSW is expected to generate widespread moderate rainfall and thunderstorms over the next few days. A low within the trough is expected to result in heavy rainfall for parts of the Hunter and southern parts of the Mid North Coast from late Thursday.

Minor flooding may develop along parts of the Wollombi Brook and Lower Hunter River from Thursday into Friday. Uncertainty remains in the location and timing of the heaviest falls, and the Flood Watch area will be reviewed over the coming days.

Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas may be impacted by dangerous floodwaters:

- Low lying areas of Bulga and Wollombi
- Low lying roads and causeways

View the full warning: https://hazardwatch.gov.au/a/bf6XtR

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 4:25pm on Wednesday 27th May 2026.

27/05/2026

‼MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE FOR THE HUNTER AND PARTS OF THE MID NORTH COAST FROM OVERNIGHT THURSDAY INTO FRIDAY

🚧Issued at 12:59 pm AEST on Wednesday 27 May 2026
Flood watch number: 2

‼A broad trough over northern and eastern NSW is expected to generate widespread moderate rainfall and thunderstorms over the next few days. A low within the trough is expected to result in heavy rainfall for parts of the Hunter and possible minor flooding from Thursday.

⛈️Areas in the Hunter region may be affected!
⚠️Goulburn and Upper Hunter Rivers: Minor flooding
⚠️Wollombi Brook and Lower Hunter River: Minor flooding
⚠️Paterson and Williams Rivers: Minor flooding
⚠️Newcastle Area

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts

For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood

‼Safety advice:
Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.ses.nsw.gov.au.

The next Flood Watch will be issued by 01:00 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time on Thursday 28 May 2026.The next Flood Watch will be issued by 01:00 PM AEST on Thursday 28 May 2026.

26/05/2026

‼ Please Monitor conditions and announcements regarding the Hunter Catchment.

⚠️ An initial Flood Watch for the Hunter and parts of the Mid North Coast has been issued.

From overnight Thursday into Friday, minor flooding is possible along the Paterson and Williams Rivers.

Minor flooding is possible along the Manning and Gloucester, Goulburn and Hunter Rivers and Wollombi Brook from Friday.

🛑 Steer clear of floodwaters. If you come across a flooded road, turn around and find an alternative route.

📲 Download Hazards Near Me or visit the NSW SES website to stay up to date with warnings and information.

📞 If you require assistance in floods and storms, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In life-threatening situations, call Triple Zero (000).

Issued at 2:03 pm AEST on Tuesday 26 May 2026

25/05/2026

🌧️ A wet and stormy few days are ahead for NSW with showers, thunderstorms and the potential for heavy rainfall and flash flooding later this week.
⚠️ Forecast conditions for Singleton LGA include:
📍 Wednesday - Partly cloudy. Very high chance of showers. The chance of a thunderstorm in the afternoon and evening, possibly severe with heavy rain which may lead to flash flooding about the Upper Hunter.
📍 Thursday - Heavy rain and possible thunderstorms with a risk of flash flooding
📍 Friday - Cloudy. Very high chance of showers. The chance of a thunderstorm about the Lower Hunter in the morning. Light winds becoming westerly 15 to 25 km/h during the day. Overnight temperatures falling to between 12 and 15 with daytime temperatures reaching between 15 and 19

👉Now is the time to prepare your home and property before conditions worsen.
🛠️ Simple steps you can take today:
✅ Clear gutters and drains
✅ Secure loose outdoor items like trampolines and outdoor furniture
✅ Trim overhanging trees and branches
✅ Check your emergency kit is stocked and ready
✅ Talk through your storm plan with the family
✅ Never drive, walk or ride through floodwater
☔ Take extra care on the roads over the coming days and stay up to date with the latest weather warnings.
If you require assistance from the NSW SES during storms or floods, call 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).

22/05/2026

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19/05/2026

Wear Orange Wednesday! Any shade, any clothes!