The central west is being urged to stay informed with the potential for localised heavy rainfall that could cause flash flooding predicted.
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The Bureau of Meteorology says Ex-Tropical Cyclone Kirrilly is expected to move southeast (from the far southwest of Queensland) and gradually weaken over NSW.
Heavy rainfall which may lead to flash flooding is predicted in the State's north west on Monday, extending to the southern and central ranges over night.
These areas could get 50 to 80mm over a six-hour period, and 70-100mm over 24 hours.
The State Emergency Service advises:
- Don't drive, ride or walk through flood water.
- Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
- If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.
- 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.
- For emergency help in floods and storms, ring your local SES Unit on 132 500.
The Bureau is warning locally intense rainfall is possible west of Parkes, particularly on the southern flank of the low pressure system.
Isolated six-hourly totals between 80 and 120 mm are possible, with 24-hourly totals up to 150 mm possible. A separate Severe Thunderstorm Warning will be issued if very dangerous thunderstorms with intense rainfall are detected.
NSW SES has advised people in low-lying areas in and around Eugowra and Canowindra to stay informed about predicted localised moderate flooding on the Belubula River and Mandagery Creek.
The SES has also issued a warning for Cotton's Weir on the Lachlan River, warning for caution around low-lying roads and culverts, unsealed roads, causeways and known flash flood or river flood concerns.
The Bureau of Meteorology advises Moderate Flooding is possible along the Lachlan River from Monday into Tuesday.
