NSW
Tue 16:34 AEST
Final Flood Warning For The Murray River
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations
Final Flood Warning For The Murray River
Issued at 04:34 PM AEST on Tuesday 08 September 2026
Flood Warning Number: 15
NO FURTHER FLOODING EXPECTED AT BARHAM
The main flood peak along the Murray River has now passed Barham, where river levels have fallen below the minor flood level during Tuesday morning.
Murray River downstream of Tocumwal to Barham:
No further flooding is expected at Barham.
The Murray River at Barham is currently at 5.48 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Murray River at Barham is expected to remain below the minor flood level (5.50 m).
Flood Safety Advice:
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.
Next issue:
This is a final warning. No further warnings will be issued for this event.
Latest River Heights:
Murray River at Barham,5.48,steady,4:00 pm Tue 08/09/26
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.