Residents of Wellington have been told to stay informed about predicted minor flooding as a massive storm sweeps across NSW.
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Wellington, Mendooran and people along the Macquarie River downstream of Burrendong Dam has been told to stay alert during this time.
According to the State Emergency Service (SES), the weather system moving across the state is expected to cause flooding from November 29.
A thunderstorm warning with damaging winds, heavy rainfall and large hailstones was issued to parts of the Central West as well including Cobar.
Dubbo and surrounding areas could receive anywhere from 30-70mm of rain.
On Monday, The SES is called on people to prepare their homes and not drive through flood waters should it occur later in the week.
The Macquarie River to Bathurst and Burrendong Dam as well as Orange, Molong and the Bell River are listed among the catchments likely to be affected from November 29.
The Castlereagh River is also included.
NSW SES Senior Manager of State Operations, Chief Superintendent Dallas Burnes warned people flooding can happen anywhere heavy rainfall occurs.
"If it's flooded, stop and find an alternative route. Flash flooding can be deeper than it appears and can contain sewage and poisons, as well as hidden debris," he said.
"If you live, work or regularly commute through a low-lying area, there may be no official warning for flash flooding. It is critical you assess the conditions and also check live traffic before travelling."
The Bureau of Meteorology has also issued an initial flood watch release for parts of NSW including inland Central West rivers.
For more information on the Flood Watch Service: http://www.bom.gov.au/water/floods/floodWarningServices.shtml
FloodSafe advice is available at www.ses.nsw.gov.au
For emergency assistance call the SES on telephone number 132 500
For life threatening emergencies, call 000 immediately.