Update 31 October 2022 (2pm) 
Current River height: 8.40m and steady. Our focus has turned to assisting the local community in Maude.
Rainfall: Next few days forecast has a rain band expected today and Tuesday.
Predicted River Peak: The BOM website indicates the river may fall below 8.0m this week, with renewed rises possible. We anticipate another peak in the next few weeks.
Flood Levee: Closed off 16 flood gates and have 27 pumps set up accordingly to remove any water from rainfall, with two pumps redeployed to Maude. Flood gates continued to be opened as the river level falls. We ask for patience as staff start pumps to remove water built up from any rainfall, especially if have there is short sharp rainfall as was the case earlier today.
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. The water is continuing to rise in Maude and crews are on hand from today. We are expecting large inflows from the lower Mirrool Creek over the coming days and weeks.
Road Closures: The following roads are closed due to water over road, however local residents can still access with caution
Old Thelangerin Road
Alma Road
Boxyards Road
Nap Nap Road
Hay Weir Road
Ti-Tree Road
Sidonia Road
Lara Road
Romani Road
Jerilderie Road
There is water over the Maude Road in places. We remind people to drive to the conditions and that water can create hidden hazards on the roads.
If you require flood assistance please contact SES on 132 500.
Please do not attempt to cross or drive through floodwaters or along/across the top of the levee bank system.
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.