Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Belubula River Issued at 03:14 PM AEST on Wednesday 26 August 2026 Flood Warning Number: 1 MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT CANOWINDRA US FROM WEDNESDAY EVENING Rainfall observed across the Belubula River catchment since Tuesday has resulted in river level rises along the Belubula River. Belubula River: Minor flooding is possible along the Belubula River at Canowindra US. The Belubula River at Canowindra US is currently at 1.92 m and rising, below the minor flood level. The Belubula River at Canowindra US may reach around the minor flood level (2.60 m) from Wednesday evening. 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: The next warning will be issued by 12:00 PM AEST on Thursday 27 August 2026. Latest River Heights: Belubula River at The Needles,1.57,falling,2:45 pm Wed 26/08/26 Belubula River at Canowindra US,1.92,rising,2:45 pm Wed 26/08/26 Mandagery Creek at Toogong,2.01,rising,2:45 pm Wed 26/08/26 Mandagery Creek at Eugowra (Smithfield),1.51,steady,2:45 pm Wed 26/08/26 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.