01/04/2025
Gravesend flooding
Stay informed
Advice
The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to STAY INFORMED about predicted minor flooding on the Gwydir River:
- Gravesend and Surrounding areas.
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 The Gwydir River at Gravesend Road Bridge is currently at 2.33 metres and steady, below the minor flood level (6.10 metres). The Gwydir River at Gravesend Road Bridge is likely to reach the minor flood level (6.10 m) from early Wednesday afternoon. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.
Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas may be impacted by dangerous floodwaters:
- Low lying areas of Gravesend along the Gwydir River
View the full warning: https://hazardwatch.gov.au/a/kJx42y
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 8:55am on Wednesday 2nd April 2025.