People in several northern NSW towns have been told to evacuate as flood levels are set for destruction for the second time in weeks as rain hammers the state’s Northern Rivers region.

SES Acting Commissioner Daniel Austin has warned individuals in impacted areas they need to remain vigilant and adhere to advise.

“It’s about staying aware… knowing your surroundings… and listening to the advice of emergency services”.

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The Minister for Western Sydney said there is not a lot of capacity left for Warragamba Dam.

Stuart Ayres told Jim Wilson, “Whenever we get large rainfall people should expect there will be falls from the dam”.

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Mayor of Lismore Steve Krieg told Jim Wilson parts of Lismore are preparing for the worst once more.

“Weather can be quite deceptive.”

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BOM Meteorologist Neil Frazer said the shower activity is widespread across NSW.

He told Jim Wilson, “We’re gonna see some large rain developing”.

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