Australia Deploys New Flood Gauges for Localized Warnings

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Published: 2026-06-18
Category: weather
Source: The Echo (citing NSW SES and Bureau of Meteorology)
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New flood forecast services are now operational along Australia's Richmond River, utilizing recently installed gauges at Burns Point and Wardell. This enhancement allows the Bureau of Meteorology and NSW State Emergency Service to issue more precise and localized flood warnings. The initiative aims to provide communities with greater lead time for preparation, facilitating safer decisions before floodwaters affect properties and infrastructure.

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