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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning

for HEAVY RAINFALL

For people in parts of Lower Western and Upper Western Forecast Districts.

Issued at 8:25 am Wednesday, 1 July 2026.

Morning thunderstorms could produce heavy rainfall this morning in the far west.

Weather Situation: An upper trough combined with a moist environment is producing heavy rainfall in the far west this morning.

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 Broken Hill, Wilcannia, White Cliffs, Menindee and Fowlers Gap.

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.
* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.
For emergency help in flood and storms, ring the SES on 132 500.
Stay updated on the Hazards Near Me NSW app or the ACT ESA website (https://esa.act.gov.au).

The next warning is due to be issued by 11:25 am.

Other warnings may be current.

Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.