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Australian Government Bureau of MeteorologyInitial minor flood warning for the Tumut River
Issued at 4:05 pm AEST on Wednesday 1 July 2026
Flood Warning Number: 1
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT TUMUT OVERNIGHT WEDNESDAY WITH FORECAST RAINFALL
Moderate rainfall has been recorded over Tumut River catchment during last few days. Further moderate rainfall in the forecast over the catchment during overnight Wednesday. Small river level rise is occurring along the upper parts of Tumut River. River levels will respond quickly with further rainfall, and minor flooding is possible at Tumut overnight Wednesday into Thursday.
Tumut River:
Minor flooding is possible along the Tumut River.
The Tumut River at Tumut is currently at 0.47 m and steady, below the minor flood level. The Tumut River at Tumut may reach around the minor flood level (2.00 m) overnight Wednesday into Thursday, with forecast rainfall.
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.
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.
Next Issue:
The next warning will be issued by 11:00 AM AEST on Thursday 02 July 2026.
Latest River Heights:
| Location | River Height | Tendency | Time of Observation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tumut River at Tumut | 0.47 m | Steady | 3:50 pm Wed 01/07/26 |
| Murrumbidgee River at Gundagai | 1.58 m | Rising | 3:45 pm Wed 01/07/26 |
| Murrumbidgee River at Eringoarrah | 2.83 m | Steady | 3:45 pm Wed 01/07/26 |
| Murrumbidgee River at Wagga Wagga | 0.88 m | Steady | 3:45 pm Wed 01/07/26 |
| Murrumbidgee River at Narrandera | 2.01 m | Steady | 3:00 pm Wed 01/07/26 |
| Murrumbidgee River at Gogeldrie Weir Downstream | 1.64 m | Steady | 3:47 pm Wed 01/07/26 |
| Murrumbidgee River at Darlington Point | 1.38 m | Steady | 3:00 pm Wed 01/07/26 |
| Murrumbidgee River at Hay Weir DS | 2.44 m | Steady | 3:00 pm Wed 01/07/26 |
| Murrumbidgee River at Maude Weir DS | 1.88 m | Steady | 3:00 pm Wed 01/07/26 |
| Murrumbidgee River at Redbank Weir | 5.54 m | Steady | 3:47 pm Wed 01/07/26 |
| Murrumbidgee River at Balranald Weir DS | 1.40 m | Steady | 3:00 pm Wed 01/07/26 |
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.