Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Georgina River And Moderate Flood Warning For Eyre Creek
Issued at 03:33 PM AEST on Wednesday 21 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 22

MAJOR FLOODING FALLING SLOWLY AT MARION DOWNS
MODERATE FLOODING LIKELY AT BEDOURIE FROM THURSDAY AND GLENGYLE FROM EARLY NEXT WEEK
A major flood peak has occurred at Marion Downs along the Georgina River and is now moving downstream. As this peak travels downstream, moderate flooding is likely to develop along Eyre Creek at Bedourie from Thursday, and further downstream at Glengyle from early next week.

Georgina River to Marion Downs:
Major flooding is occurring along the Georgina River at Marion Downs.
The Georgina River at Marion Downs peaked at 5.40 m on Saturday morning, with major flooding. The river is currently around the major flood level (5.00 m) and falling slowly.
The Georgina River at Marion Downs is likely to remain around the major flood level (5.00 m) for the remainder of Wednesday into Thursday.

Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs:
River levels likely remain elevated along the Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs.
Eyre Creek:
Moderate flooding is likely along Eyre Creek.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is currently at 3.90 m and rising slowly, with minor flooding.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is likely to exceed the moderate flood level (4.00 m) during Thursday. The creek may remain above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) into early next week.

The Eyre Creek at Glengyle is currently at 2.60 m and rising slowly, with minor flooding.
The Eyre Creek at Glengyle is likely to exceed the moderate flood level (3.00 m) early next week. Forecasts will be refined when upstream peaks are observed.

Flood Safety Advice:
Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.disaster.qld.gov.au/warnings.}
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 02:00 PM AEST on Thursday 22 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Georgina River at Roxborough Downs Tm,3.85,steady,3:00 pm Wed 21/01/26
Georgina River at Glenormiston,2.20,falling,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Burke River at Boulia,1.85,steady,3:00 pm Wed 21/01/26
Georgina River at Marion Downs,5.00,steady,6:30 am Wed 21/01/26
Eyre Creek at Bedourie,3.91,steady,3:15 pm Wed 21/01/26
Eyre Creek at Glengyle,2.60,steady,9:00 am Sun 18/01/26

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Moderate Flood Warning For The Thomson And Barcoo Rivers And Minor Flood Warning For Cooper Creek
Issued at 02:37 PM AEST on Wednesday 21 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 24

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT STONEHENGE, JUNDAH AND ISISFORD FROM OVERNIGHT WEDNESDAY INTO THURSDAY
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE ALONG COOPER CREEK LATER THIS WEEK
RENEWED MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING ALONG THE THOMSON RIVER AT CAMOOLA PARK AND POSSIBLE AT LONGREACH FROM THURSDAY
Along the Thomson River, the main flood peak is approaching Stonehenge, where the river is likely to peak near the moderate flood level overnight Wednesday into Thursday. As this peak travels downstream, moderate flooding may develop at Jundah overnight Wednesday into Thursday. Minor flooding is possible at Windorah later this week as this peak travels into Cooper Creek.
Further upstream along the Thomson River, a second, slightly lower peak has now passed Muttaburra and is now approaching Camoola Park, where renewed river level rises have been observed and minor flooding is likely to peak around Friday. As this peak moves downstream, renewed minor flooding may develop at Longreach from Thursday.
Along the Alice River, a flood peak is now approaching Barcaldine, where minor flooding may develop from overnight Wednesday into Thursday. Further downstream along the Barcoo River, moderate flooding is possible at Isisford from overnight Wednesday into Thursday, and minor flooding is possible at Retreat from the weekend.
Further areas of rainfall and showers are forecast over parts of the catchment over the next few days which may cause additional river level rises. The situation is being monitored and the warning will be updated as required.
Peak forecasts will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.

Thomson River:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Thomson River at Stonehenge and Jundah. Moderate flooding is occurring at Bogewong. Renewed minor flooding is possible at Longreach and is occurring at Camoola Park.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park is currently at 3.00 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park is likely to peak above the minor flood level (2.00 m) around Friday.

The Thomson River at Longreach is currently at 2.61 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Thomson River at Longreach may exceed the minor flood level (3.30 m) during Thursday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

The Thomson River at Stonehenge is currently at 2.69 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge is likely to peak near the moderate flood level (3.00 m) overnight Wednesday into Thursday.

The Thomson River at Jundah is currently at 2.74 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Jundah may exceed the moderate flood level (4.00 m) overnight Wednesday into Thursday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Barcoo River to Isisford:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Barcoo River at Isisford. Minor flooding is possible at Barcaldine and Retreat.
No observations are currently available for the Alice River at Barcaldine. Based on nearby automatic gauges, it is likely that the river level is below the minor flood level and falling.
The Alice River at Barcaldine may exceed the minor flood level (3.00 m) overnight Wednesday into Thursday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

As at 12:00 pm Wednesday AEST, the Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office was at 4.15 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office may exceed the moderate flood level (5.00 m) overnight Wednesday into Thursday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Renewed minor flooding is possible from the weekend.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is currently at 1.07 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Barcoo River at Retreat may reach around the minor flood level (2.14 m) during the weekend. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Cooper Creek:
Minor flooding is possible along Cooper Creek from later this week.
Cooper Creek at Windorah is below the minor flood level and steady.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah may reach the minor flood level (3.00 m) from around Friday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Flood Safety Advice:
Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.disaster.qld.gov.au/warnings.}
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 03:00 PM AEST on Thursday 22 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,3.92,steady,2:00 pm Wed 21/01/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,3.34,steady,12:00 pm Wed 21/01/26
Thomson River at Camoola Park,3.00,steady,6:00 pm Tue 20/01/26
Thomson River at Longreach,2.62,steady,2:00 pm Wed 21/01/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,4.17,steady,12:00 pm Wed 21/01/26
Thomson River at Stonehenge,2.69,steady,6:40 am Wed 21/01/26
Thomson River at Jundah,2.74,rising,2:00 pm Tue 20/01/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,0.95,steady,11:59 am Wed 21/01/26
Jordan Creek at Jericho,2.10,steady,1:41 pm Wed 21/01/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,5.59,steady,2:00 pm Wed 21/01/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,1.07,steady,2:00 pm Wed 21/01/26

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Minor Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 11:50 AM AEST on Wednesday 21 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 29

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WINTON
MINOR FLOODING LIKELY AT BIRDSVILLE FROM EARLY NEXT WEEK
River levels remain elevated along the Diamantina River, where the main flood peak has now passed Monkira and is now approaching Birdsville. Minor flooding may develop at early next week as this peak moves downstream. River levels are slowly falling but remain above the moderate flood level and above the causeway at Diamantina Lakes.
Upstream, along the Western River, moderate flooding has eased at Winton following a flood peak late last week.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is at 5.12 m and falling slowly, above the level of the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway (2.10 m).
Western River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Western River at Winton.
The Western River at Winton is currently at 1.50 m and falling, with minor flooding.
The Western River at Winton is likely to fall below the minor flood level (1.50 m) Wednesday afternoon.

Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
River level rises are occurring along the lower Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes. Moderate flooding has eased and minor flooding is occurring at Monkira.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station was at 1.75 m around 09:00 am Tuesday 20/01/2026 and steady, below the minor flood level (4.00 m).
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is likely to exceed the minor flood level from early next week.

Flood Safety Advice:
Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.disaster.qld.gov.au/warnings.}
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 12:00 PM AEST on Friday 23 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,1.78,steady,11:00 am Wed 21/01/26
Western River at Winton,1.50,falling,9:00 am Wed 21/01/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,2.00,steady,5:55 am Wed 21/01/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,5.12,steady,11:00 am Wed 21/01/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,3.95,steady,9:00 am Wed 21/01/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,1.75,steady,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,2.08,steady,9:55 am Wed 21/01/26

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.