Important Flood Advice – Update 22 October 2022 (1pm)
 
Current River height: 7.56m
Rainfall: light with next 24 hrs favourable forecast
Predicted River Peak: 8.4m (less than the 2012 floods and comparable to the 2016 event)
Flood Levee: Commenced closing off flood gates as the river rises, and pumps have been set up accordingly to remove any water from rainfall.
Council crews: Continuing to monitor the levees and inspecting known hot spots, and have staff patrolling 24hrs a day.
Water levels in both Booligal and Maude are being monitored and assistance provided where required, as well as any road closures.
If you require flood assistance please contact SES on 132500. Please do not attempt to cross or drive through floodwaters.
Please only rely on official advice provided by the SES and/or Hay Shire Council. Council will provide regular updates as further information comes to hand.