FMI River 3 (UPDATE 2026) flooding - Evacuate before 1:30 pm Thu 02 Apr

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1 Apr 2026, 02:47 AM

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NSW State Emergency Service

Emergency Warning

Evacuate before 1:30 pm Thu 02 Apr

The NSW SES is directing people in the following area(s) to EVACUATE BEFORE 1:30 pm Thu 02 Apr due to dangerous flooding:

5551 George Downes Drive Bucketty NSW 2250
912 Murrays Run Road Laguna NSW 2325

You must evacuate before this time because evacuation routes will be blocked by 5:00 pm.

Evacuation Information

You should evacuate to stay with family, friends, or alternate accommodation in areas unaffected by flooding.

If you remain in the area, you may become trapped without power, water, and other essential services. It may be too dangerous for NSW SES to rescue you, and buildings may not be able to withstand the impact of flood water.

Victorian communities

This warning is for communities in NSW. Floods have different impacts on either side of the Murray River. For information and warnings relevant to Victoria, visit emergency.vic.gov.au or call 1800 226 226. Always follow advice from your State's emergency services.

What are we expecting?

The Bureau of Meteorology advises the flood peaks from both the Macintyre and Weir Rivers are now arriving at Mungindi where river levels continue to rise slowly and are expected to peak near its current level, with major flooding.

Further rises are possible. See Brewarrina Shire Council website for road closure information.

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

Khyber downs, Sherwin St
Angledool Rd

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

What you need to do:

If you have a Home or Business Emergency Plan, follow it.
Gather your possessions for evacuation. These might include mobile phone, charger, battery-powered radio, medicine, rain gear, warm clothes, blankets, baby and pet items, water, food, torch, something to attract attention, and valuables like photos and insurance or banking records.
Gather your pet(s) and companion animals for safe travel.
Relocate waste containers, chemicals, and poisons well above floor level.
The safest option is to evacuate as early as possible to avoid additional hazards. Do not wait until the last minute.
Immediately move to a safer location away from present and potential flooding. Travel to the home of family or friends who are in a safe location away from present and potential flooding.
If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over on higher ground away from trees, drains, low-lying areas, and floodwater. Find alternative travel routes if roads or underpasses are flooded.
Be aware of road hazards including mud, debris, and damaged roads or bridges.
Avoid storm drains and pipes, ditches, ravines, creeks, and rivers.
Never drive, walk, ride through, play or swim in floodwater - it is dangerous, toxic, and may void your car insurance. If it's flooded, forget it. Fines apply.
Obey all signs about road closures and instructions from emergency services.

For more information:

Listen to your local ABC radio station which can be found at reception.abc.net.au
Download the Hazards Near Me app and set your watch zones to get warning information for your areas.
Follow us on social media @NSWSES or visit our website at www.ses.nsw.gov.au
Learn about your risk at www.ses.nsw.gov.au/knowyourrisk
Check latest weather, warnings, rainfall and river heights at Bureau of Meteorology
Check road closures at www.livetraffic.com.au or 132 701 or your local Council.

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).

Media enquiries: [email protected] or call 1800 067 234