Mitchell Highway closed both directions between Molong and Wellington due to flooding

National Road Transport Association

The Mitchell Highway is closed in both directions between Molong and Wellington due to flooding at Neurea and Cundumbul.

Motorists are advised to delay their travel through the area as there is no suitable diversion at this time.

Some other roads in the Central West are also affected by flooding:

At Forbes, Lachlan Valley Way is closed in all directions at Ercildoune Lane.

Motorists travelling to Gooloogong can divert via the Newell Highway, Mid Western Highway, Gooloogong Road, and Warraderry Way.

Those travelling to Cowra can divert via Wongajong Road, Red Bed Road, Wirrinya Road, Newell Highway and Mid Western Highway.

Also at Forbes, The Escort Way is closed in both directions between Parkes-Eugowra Road and Riflerange Road.

Traffic can divert via Newell Highway to Parkes, Clarinda Street and Eugowra Road to Eugowra.

In addition to state managed roads, some local roads managed by councils may also be affected.

Motorists who need to travel are advised to allow plenty of extra travel time, and never drive through floodwaters.

For the latest traffic information, download the Live Traffic NSW app, visit www.livetraffic.com or call 132 701.

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