Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Weather Warning
for Heavy, Locally Intense Rainfall

for Wide Bay and Burnett and parts of Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders, North West, Central Highlands and Coalfields, Central West, Capricornia, Maranoa and Warrego, Darling Downs and Granite Belt and Southeast Coast Forecast Districts.

Issued at 4:59 pm Sunday, 8 March 2026.

LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL POSSIBLE IN THE CENTRAL WEST TONIGHT, WITH HEAVY RAINFALL CONTINUING IN THE SOUTHEAST.

Weather Situation
A low pressure system is currently situated south of Julia Creek and will gradually move to the southeast during Sunday and Monday. A trough extends from this low through central districts and is focusing heavy rainfall through the central interior. Meanwhile, rich tropical moisture feeding into a trough in southeastern parts of the state will see rainfall increasing during Sunday evening and continuing into Monday.
HEAVY, LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL for the following areas:
Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders, North West, Central Highlands and Coalfields, Central West, Capricornia, Wide Bay and Burnett, Maranoa and Warrego, Darling Downs and Granite Belt and Southeast Coast
FOR THE CENTRAL INTERIOR: HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is possible today, becoming more likely later tonight. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 60 and 90 mm are likely. 24-hourly rainfall totals between 100 and 130 mm are likely, with isolated totals around 180 mm possible. Locally INTENSE RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is also possible in the Central West tonight with six-hourly totals up to 150 mm.
FOR THE SOUTH EAST: HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is likely over southeastern districts today and during Monday. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 70 and 120 mm are likely, with isolated totals around 180 mm possible. 24-hourly rainfall totals between 80 and 140 mm are likely, with isolated totals around 250 mm possible.
Various Flood Watches and Flood Warnings are current throughout Queensland. Separate Severe Thunderstorm Warnings may be current. Please see https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts for more information.
Locations which may be affected include Dalby, Maroochydore, Roma, Gympie, Bundaberg, Gladstone, Emerald, Longreach, Winton, Kingaroy, Hervey Bay and Biloela.
79 mm was recorded at Caroline Crossing in the 3 hours to 2:50 pm.
79 mm was recorded at Cooranga in the 6 hours to 2:15 pm.
92.8 mm was recorded at Pine Hill Crossing in the 6 hours to 12:44 pm.
99 mm was recorded at Wallumbilla in the 6 hours to 12:12 pm.
73 mm was recorded at Ularunda in the 3 hours to 11:49 am.
56 mm was recorded at Joylands in the 2 hours to 11:11 am.
71 mm was recorded at Wallumbilla in the 3 hours to 9:22 am.
85 mm was recorded at Upper Warrego in the 6 hours to 6:26 am.

Emergency services advise people to:
* If you have children make sure they are with you or an adult you trust.
* Park your car undercover away from trees.
* Close doors and windows.
* Keep asthma medications close by. Storms and wind can trigger asthma attacks.
* Charge mobile phones and power banks in case the power goes out.
* Put your pets somewhere safe and make sure they can be identified in case they get lost.
* Do not drive now unless you have to because conditions are dangerous.
* Tell friends, family and neighbours in the area.
* Go inside a strong building now. Stay inside until the storm has passed.

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 pm AEST Sunday.
Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and emergency services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Weather Warning
for Heavy, Locally Intense Rainfall

for Wide Bay and Burnett and parts of Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders, North West, Central Highlands and Coalfields, Central West, Capricornia, Maranoa and Warrego, Darling Downs and Granite Belt and Southeast Coast Forecast Districts.

Issued at 4:59 pm Sunday, 8 March 2026.

LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL POSSIBLE IN THE CENTRAL WEST TONIGHT, WITH HEAVY RAINFALL CONTINUING IN THE SOUTHEAST.

Weather Situation
A low pressure system is currently situated south of Julia Creek and will gradually move to the southeast during Sunday and Monday. A trough extends from this low through central districts and is focusing heavy rainfall through the central interior. Meanwhile, rich tropical moisture feeding into a trough in southeastern parts of the state will see rainfall increasing during Sunday evening and continuing into Monday.
HEAVY, LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL for the following areas:
Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders, North West, Central Highlands and Coalfields, Central West, Capricornia, Wide Bay and Burnett, Maranoa and Warrego, Darling Downs and Granite Belt and Southeast Coast
FOR THE CENTRAL INTERIOR: HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is possible today, becoming more likely later tonight. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 60 and 90 mm are likely. 24-hourly rainfall totals between 100 and 130 mm are likely, with isolated totals around 180 mm possible. Locally INTENSE RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is also possible in the Central West tonight with six-hourly totals up to 150 mm.
FOR THE SOUTH EAST: HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is likely over southeastern districts today and during Monday. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 70 and 120 mm are likely, with isolated totals around 180 mm possible. 24-hourly rainfall totals between 80 and 140 mm are likely, with isolated totals around 250 mm possible.
Various Flood Watches and Flood Warnings are current throughout Queensland. Separate Severe Thunderstorm Warnings may be current. Please see https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts for more information.
Locations which may be affected include Dalby, Maroochydore, Roma, Gympie, Bundaberg, Gladstone, Emerald, Longreach, Winton, Kingaroy, Hervey Bay and Biloela.
79 mm was recorded at Caroline Crossing in the 3 hours to 2:50 pm.
79 mm was recorded at Cooranga in the 6 hours to 2:15 pm.
92.8 mm was recorded at Pine Hill Crossing in the 6 hours to 12:44 pm.
99 mm was recorded at Wallumbilla in the 6 hours to 12:12 pm.
73 mm was recorded at Ularunda in the 3 hours to 11:49 am.
56 mm was recorded at Joylands in the 2 hours to 11:11 am.
71 mm was recorded at Wallumbilla in the 3 hours to 9:22 am.
85 mm was recorded at Upper Warrego in the 6 hours to 6:26 am.

Emergency services advise people to:
* If you have children make sure they are with you or an adult you trust.
* Park your car undercover away from trees.
* Close doors and windows.
* Keep asthma medications close by. Storms and wind can trigger asthma attacks.
* Charge mobile phones and power banks in case the power goes out.
* Put your pets somewhere safe and make sure they can be identified in case they get lost.
* Do not drive now unless you have to because conditions are dangerous.
* Tell friends, family and neighbours in the area.
* Go inside a strong building now. Stay inside until the storm has passed.

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 pm AEST Sunday.
Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and emergency services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Moderate Flood Warning For The Baffle Creek And Minor Flood Warning For The Kolan River
Issued at 04:31 PM AEST on Sunday 08 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 4

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT ESSENDEAN BRIDGE FROM SUNDAY EVENING
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT BUCCA WEIR FROM OVERNIGHT SUNDAY INTO MONDAY
Heavy rainfall was observed across the Baffle Creek catchment overnight Friday into Saturday which has resulted in creek level rises. Levels along the Baffle Creek are rising, with minor flooding likely at Essendean Bridge from late Sunday afternoon and moderate flooding possible from Sunday evening. Further moderate to heavy rainfall is forecast for the remainder of Sunday and into Monday, which may result in further rises.
Moderate to heavy rainfall is forecast across the Kolan River catchment for the remainder of Sunday and into Monday, which may result in river level rises and minor flooding at Bucca Weir from overnight Sunday into Monday.
This situation is being monitored, and this warning will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for most of Queensland. A Severe Weather Warning for heavy rainfall is current.

Kolan River:
Minor flooding is possible along the Kolan River at Bucca Weir.
The Kolan River at Bucca Weir is currently at 16.37 m AHD and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Kolan River at Bucca Weir may exceed the minor flood level (17.50 m AHD) from overnight Sunday into Monday. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

Baffle Creek:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Baffle Creek at Essendean Bridge.
The Baffle Creek at Essendean Bridge is currently at 4.97 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Baffle Creek at Essendean Bridge is likely to exceed the minor flood level (5.00 m) late Sunday afternoon. The creek may exceed the moderate flood level (6.20 m) Sunday evening. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

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 11:00 AM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Calliope River at Castlehope,2.76,steady,3:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Baffle Creek at Mimdale,11.50,rising,3:10 pm Sun 08/03/26
Baffle Creek at Essendean Bridge,4.97,rising,4:13 pm Sun 08/03/26
Euleilah Creek at Hills Road,1.13,steady,1:41 pm Sun 08/03/26
Baffle Creek at Barnetts Road,0.52,falling,4:13 pm Sun 08/03/26
Kolan River at Springfield,2.86,rising,3:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Kolan River at Fred Haigh Dam HW,-1.50,steady,4:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Gin Gin Creek at Gin Gin,0.66,steady,3:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Kolan River at Bucca Weir,16.37,steady,4:16 pm Sun 08/03/26

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
Queensland

Marine Wind Warning Summary for Queensland

Issued at 03:52 PM EST on Sunday 08 March 2026
for the period until midnight EST Monday 09 March 2026

Wind Warnings for Sunday 08 March
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Sunshine Coast Waters, Moreton Bay and Gold Coast Waters

Wind Warnings for Monday 09 March
Gale Warning for the following areas:
Capricornia Coast
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Mackay Coast, Hervey Bay, K'gari Coast, Sunshine Coast Waters, Moreton Bay and Gold Coast Waters

The next marine wind warning summary will be issued by 9:00 pm EST Sunday.
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Check the latest Coastal Waters Forecast or Local
Waters Forecast at http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts/map.shtml for information on wind,
wave and weather conditions for these coastal zones.
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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Moderate Flood Warning For The Connors And Isaac Rivers And Minor Flood Warning For The Dawson River
Issued at 02:53 PM AEST on Sunday 08 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 2

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT YATTON FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT TAROOM AND THEODORE WEIR FROM MONDAY EVENING
Moderate to heavy rainfall has been observed across parts of the Dawson, Connors and Isaac Rivers, with further heavy rainfall forecast for the remainder of Sunday and Monday. Rainfall has been particularly heavy across the Funnel Creek catchment and rapid river level rises have been observed.
Along the Dawson River minor flooding is possible at Taroom and Theodore Weir from Monday evening. Along the Isaac River minor flooding may develop at Yatton overnight Sunday into Monday with moderate flooding possible from Monday afternoon.
Further rainfall is forecast for the remainder of the Sunday and into the new week. Higher and earlier river level rises are possible, depending on the timing and intensity of rainfall.
A Flood Watch is current for most of Queensland. A Severe Weather Warning for heavy rainfall is current for large parts of southeast Queensland, including parts of the Dawson River catchment.

Dawson River to Theodore:
Minor flooding is possible at Taroom and Theodore with further rises possible with forecast rain.
The Dawson River at Taroom is currently at 0.85 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Dawson River at Taroom may reach around the minor flood level (4.50 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday, with forecast rainfall. Further rises are possible.

The Dawson River at Theodore Weir is currently at 6.08 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Dawson River at Theodore Weir may reach around the minor flood level (8.00 m) Monday evening. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

Connors and Isaac Rivers:
Moderate flooding is possible at Yatton with further rises possible with forecast rain.
The Isaac River at Yatton is currently at 4.09 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Isaac River at Yatton may exceed the minor flood level (7.50 m) overnight Sunday into Monday. The river may exceed the moderate flood level (9.50 m) Monday afternoon. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

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 Monday 09 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Dawson River at Utopia Downs,1.81,steady,2:19 pm Sun 08/03/26
Dawson River at Tarana Crossing,2.09,rising,2:39 pm Sun 08/03/26
Juandah Creek at Windamere,0.78,steady,2:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Dawson River at Taroom,0.85,steady,2:16 pm Sun 08/03/26
Dawson River at Gyranda Weir,0.07,steady,1:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Dawson River at Theodore Weir,6.08,steady,1:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Dawson River at Moura Weir,0.05,steady,1:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Mimosa Creek at Karamea,1.46,steady,1:06 pm Sun 08/03/26
Dawson River at Baralaba TW,1.77,steady,1:28 pm Sun 08/03/26
Kroombit Creek at Kroombit Dam HG,-11.85,steady,1:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Kroombit Creek at Biloela,0.00,steady,2:02 pm Sun 08/03/26
Callide Creek at Callide Dam HG,-14.06,steady,1:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Callide Creek at Jambin,0.00,steady,12:33 pm Sun 08/03/26
Callide Creek at Goovigen,0.65,steady,2:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Don River at Rannes,1.86,steady,1:21 pm Sun 08/03/26
Dawson River at Knebworth,2.18,steady,1:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Arcadia Creek at Arcadia Valley School,0.60,steady,2:13 pm Sun 08/03/26
Comet River at The Lake,1.12,steady,2:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Comet River at Comet Weir,1.26,steady,2:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Nogoa River at Raymond,1.05,steady,1:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Nogoa River at Craigmore,0.98,steady,2:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Nogoa River at Fairbairn Dam,-8.55,steady,1:43 pm Sun 08/03/26
Nogoa River at Emerald,3.31,steady,2:30 pm Sun 08/03/26
Theresa Creek at Gregory Highway,0.46,steady,2:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Isaac River at Fitzroy Developmental Rd Bridge,0.00,steady,1:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Connors River at Pink Lagoon,6.50,rising,2:20 pm Sun 08/03/26
Isaac River at Yatton,4.09,steady,2:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Mackenzie River at Bedford Weir TW,1.62,steady,11:00 am Sun 08/03/26
Mackenzie River at Bingegang TW,1.19,steady,1:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Mackenzie River at Bingegang Weir HG,7.50,steady,1:38 pm Sun 08/03/26
Mackenzie River at Tartrus,6.12,steady,1:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Fitzroy River at Riverslea,13.29,steady,2:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Connor Creek at Port Alma Tide,2.97,falling,2:34 pm Sun 08/03/26

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, Australia

Flood Watch For Most Of Queensland
Issued at 12:33 PM AEST on Sunday 08 March 2026
Flood Watch Number: 7
WIDESPREAD MINOR TO MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE ACROSS MUCH OF THE STATE WITH ISOLATED MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE

Catchments likely to be affected include:
Daintree River
Mossman River
Barron River
Mulgrave and Russell Rivers
Johnstone River
Murray River
Black River
Ross and Bohle Rivers
Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam
Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam
Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam
Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam
Connors, Isaac and Styx Rivers and Plane Creek
Comet and Nogoa Rivers
Dawson and Don Rivers
Mackenzie and Fitzroy Rivers and Shoalwater and Water Park Creeks
Calliope River
Boyne River
Kolan River
Burnett River
Burrum and Cherwell Rivers
Mary River
Noosa River
Pine and Caboolture Rivers
Sunshine Coast Rivers and Creeks
Upper Brisbane River
Lower Brisbane River
Logan and Albert Rivers
Gold Coast Rivers and Creeks
Macintyre River
Weir River
Moonie River
Condamine Rivers
Balonne River
The Big Warrambool River
Wallam and Mungallala Creeks
Warrego River (QLD)
Leichhardt River
Cloncurry River
Gilbert River
Staaten River
Mitchell River
Diamantina River
Bulloo River (QLD)

Flood Warnings are current for the following catchment(s): Burdekin downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam, Don and Proserpine, Pioneer, Connors, Isaac and Styx and Plane, Baffle, Kolan, Burnett, Burrum and Cherwell, Mary, Noosa, Upper Brisbane, Paroo, Nicholson, Upper Flinders, Lower Flinders, Norman, Georgina and Eyre, Diamantina, Thomson and Barcoo
Flooding is no longer expected in the following catchment(s): Daintree, Mossman, Barron, Mulgrave and Russell, Johnstone, Murray, Black and Ross and Bohle

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts
For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood

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 Flood Watch will be issued by 01:00 PM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026.