Severe Thunderstorms move in to NSW with the BoM issuing a warning. 7:45 pm Sunday, 19 June 2016.

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SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING
for HEAVY RAINFALL
For people in the
Northern Rivers and parts of the
Northern Tablelands Forecast Districts.
Issued at 7:45 pm Sunday, 19 June 2016.

Severe thunderstorms and very heavy showers are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Lismore, Grafton, Casino, Kyogle, Yamba and Maclean.

Upper Crabbes Ck has recorded 53 mm in and hour and Mullumbimby has recorded 49 mm.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water.
* If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.
* Unplug computers and appliances.
* Avoid using the phone during the storm.
* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500.

The next warning is due to be issued by 10:45 pm.