Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology New South Wales TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Cancellation Of Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Illawarra, Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands and South West Slopes Forecast Districts. Issued at 8:22 pm Wednesday, 31 December 2025. Severe thunderstorms have eased. Weather Situation Convergence over the ranges is triggering thunderstorms this evening. cancellation of severe thunderstorm warning for the following areas: Illawarra, Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands and South West Slopes This warning is now cancelled. 25.6mm was recorded at Bendora Dam in the 30 minutes to 4:11pm. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Keep clear of fallen power lines. * Keep clear of creeks and storm drains. * Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water. * Beware of fallen trees or debris on the road. For emergency help in flood and storms, ring the SES on 132 500. Stay updated on the Hazards Near Me NSW app or the ACT ESA website (https://esa.gov.au). No further warnings will be issued for this event. Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly. [close]