Taree Submerged: Unprecedented Flooding Hits Mid-North Coast

Published on: 5/21/2025

Much of NSW's mid-north coast and Hunter region experienced severe flooding due to heavy rainfall. Taree was hit hardest, with over 160mm falling in six hours overnight and 267mm since Monday morning. Several areas saw "unprecedented rainfall" according to Andrew Cribb, NSW SES northern zone commander. The intense rain caused widespread flash flooding and major river flooding, leading to dozens of school closures and 24 flood rescues in the past 24 hours. The Manning River surpassed its 1929 record flood level, inundating homes and businesses across the region. Taree received 412mm of rainfall over two days, five times its monthly average for May and a third of its annual average. Some areas were inundated with 300-400mm of rain.

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