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Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Tweed Heads, Murwillumbah, Byron Bay, Ballina, Alstonville and Brunswick Heads. A separate Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS is also current over parts of the North Coast and Border Ranges. See http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/ for more information. Severe Thunderstorm Warning for HEAVY RAINFALL Issued at 3:46 pm Saturday, 28 September 2024. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Keep clear of creeks and storm drains. * Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water. * If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue. * Be aware that run-off from rainfall in fire affected areas may behave differently and be more rapid. It may also contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks. * After bushfires, heavy rain and the loss of foliage can make the ground soft and heavy, leading to a greater chance of landslides. * Unplug computers and appliances. * Avoid using the phone during the storm. * Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well. * Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires. * For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500. The next warning is due to be issued by 6:50 pm. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

DAMAGING SOUTH TO SOUTHEASTERLY WINDS averaging 60 to 70 km/h are expected to continue along the north coast, with peak gusts of around 90 km/h expected in these coastal parts as well as along the Border Ranges. Winds are expected to ease below warning thresholds by early this evening. Moderate to heavy rainfall is expected to accompany this system. A Flood warning is current for the Bellinger River and a Flood Watch is current for parts of the Mid North Coast and Northern Rivers districts. The latest watches and warnings for NSW can be found here: http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/ A separate Coastal Hazard Warning for DAMAGING SURF is current for parts of Northern Rivers and Mid North Coast Forecast Districts. Locations which may be affected include Coffs Harbour, Byron Bay, Ballina, Yamba, Woolgoolga and Sawtell. Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS Issued at 10:45 am Saturday, 28 September 2024. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Move vehicles under cover or away from trees. * Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony. * Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences. * Trees that have been damaged by fire are likely to be more unstable and more likely to fall. * Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill. * Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires. * For emergency help in floods and storms, ring your local SES Unit on 132 500. The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 pm AEST Saturday. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Sheep graziers are warned that cold temperatures, rain and showers and southerly winds are expected during Saturday. Areas likely to be affected include parts of the Northern Rivers forecast district. There is a risk of losses of lambs and sheep exposed to these conditions. Warning to Sheep Graziers Next issue: 5:00 pm EST Saturday