The flood peak in the Macquarie River has arrived at Warren overnight while the flood peak on the Castlereagh has now passed Coonamble. 

On the Macquarie River minor flooding is continuing at Wellington, Narromine and Warren.  

Major flooding is likely at Warren today and minor flooding is expected to continue this week due to releases from Burrendong Dam. 

The Macquarie River at Narromine peaked about 8.82 metres around 03:00 pm Sunday, with minor flooding. The river level is currently at 8.54 metres and falling, with minor flooding. 

The Macquarie River at Warren Town was expected to exceed the moderate flood level (8.50 m) overnight and is likely to peak close to 9.30 metres today, with major flooding and large fluctuations in water levels. 

Warnings have been issued around the impact of the large amount of debris in the Macquarie River.  

Debris can build up and temporarily raise river levels. Once debris become unstuck, rapid drops in river levels may occur.  

This rapid change in river levels was observed at Warren Weir and downstream at Warren town. As the river continues to rise river levels may continue to fluctuate at Warren. 

Warren Shire Council has advised that all unsealed roads within Warren Shire are CLOSED to all vehicles, except emergency service vehicles, until further notice. 

They are also appealing to all drivers planning to travel within the Warren Shire area to assist in preventing damage to the unsealed roads by choosing an alternative route or waiting until drier conditions. 

The Castlereagh River peaked at Coonamble at around 4pm yesterday (Sunday 28 November) at 5.1 metres which is considered moderate flooding. 

At 9pm last night the river was falling slowly however as the rain continues residents will need to be vigilant.  

Coonamble Shire Council closed all local roads – sealed and unsealed - from just after 10am yesterday. No notice is available so far this morning (Monday 29 November) to determine whether the closures will remain in place. 

The Castlereagh Highway is currently open with caution.