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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology

Issued at 12:32 pm AEST on Wednesday 19 August 2026

Flood Warning Number: 2

MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT BARHAM FROM OVERNIGHT THURSDAY INTO FRIDAY

Upstream flows from the Murray River, combined with flood waters from the Goulburn River, may cause minor flooding along the Murray River at Barham from overnight Thursday into Friday. Further rises are are possible as upstream flows approach Barham next week.

Minor flooding is possible at Barham.

The Murray River at Barham is currently at 5.37 m and rising, below the minor flood level. The Murray River at Barham may exceed the minor flood level (5.50 m) from overnight Thursday into Friday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive next week.

• 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.

The next warning will be issued by 02:00 PM AEST on Thursday 20 August 2026.

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.