Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Lower Flinders River
Issued at 02:39 PM AEST on Wednesday 25 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 39

MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WALKERS BEND
Major flooding is occurring along the lower Flinders River at Walkers Bend. Following recent renewed rises, river levels at Walkers Bend are approaching a major flood peak.
No significant rainfall totals are forecast over the next few days.

Flinders River downstream of Richmond:
Major flooding is occurring along the Flinders River downstream of Richmond.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is currently at 8.39 m and steady, with major flooding.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is approaching a major flood peak during Wednesday. The river may remain above the major flood level (8.00 m) over the next few days.

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 Friday 27 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Flinders River at Glendower Crossing,0.71,steady,2:00 pm Wed 25/03/26
Porcupine Creek at Mt Emu Plains,1.67,steady,2:00 pm Wed 25/03/26
Flinders River at Punchbowl,2.24,steady,2:00 pm Wed 25/03/26
Flinders River at Etta Plains,2.38,steady,2:00 pm Wed 25/03/26
Julia Creek,1.42,steady,2:00 pm Wed 25/03/26
Gilliat River at Wills Development Road,3.19,steady,2:00 pm Wed 25/03/26
Cloncurry River at Cloncurry,0.95,steady,2:00 pm Wed 25/03/26
Cloncurry River at Canobie,1.98,steady,2:00 pm Wed 25/03/26
Flinders River at Walkers Bend,8.39,steady,2:00 pm Wed 25/03/26

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, National Water Operations

Moderate Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 02:26 PM AEST on Wednesday 25 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 75

NEAR MODERATE FLOOD PEAK POSSIBLE AT BIRDSVILLE FROM THE WEEKEND
A moderate flood peak observed at Monkira last week is approaching Birdsville, where minor flooding is occurring. Upstream at Durrie Station, a second peak is approaching and river levels are slowly rising. As these flows move downstream, further small renewed rises are likely at Roseberth and Birdsville over the next few days. River levels are likely to peak near the moderate level at Birdsville from the weekend as flows from upstream Durrie Station arrive. Peak forecasts will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is currently at 4.66 m and rising, above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) and well above the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway level (2.10 m).
Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
Moderate flooding is occurring at Roseberth Station and minor flooding is occurring at Monkira. River levels at Durrie Station and Birdsville are rising with minor flooding.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is currently at 5.50 m and steady, with minor flooding (4.00 m).
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station may peak near the moderate flood level (6.00 m) from the weekend. Peak forecasts will be refined as 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 03:00 PM AEST on Friday 27 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,1.42,steady,1:00 pm Wed 25/03/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,1.90,steady,2:55 pm Wed 18/03/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,4.66,steady,1:00 pm Wed 25/03/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,3.74,steady,9:00 am Wed 25/03/26
Diamantina River at Durrie Station,1.90,steady,9:00 am Wed 25/03/26
Diamantina River at Roseberth Station,5.10,steady,7:55 am Wed 25/03/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,5.50,steady,9:00 am Wed 25/03/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,5.79,steady,1:00 pm Wed 25/03/26

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, National Water Operations

Final Flood Warning For The Suttor River
Issued at 08:29 AM AEST on Wednesday 25 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 2

FLOODING NO LONGER EXPECTED AT ST ANNS
Moderate rainfall during last week over parts of the Belyando and Suttor Rivers catchment caused river level rises along the Suttor River and its tributaries.
A minor flood peak was observed at St Anns on Thursday 19 March, followed by a second flood peak just below the minor flood level observed on Tuesday 24 March at St Anns.
River levels at St Anns are expected to remain below the minor flood level and flooding is no longer expected.

Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Flooding no longer expected along the Suttor River at St Anns.
The Suttor River at St Anns peaked at 3.88 m around 08:00 am Tuesday, just below the minor level (4.00 m). The river is currently at 3.83 m and falling slowly, below the minor flood level.
The Suttor River at St Anns is expected to remain below the minor flood level (4.00 m).

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:
This is a final warning. No further warnings will be issued for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Belyando River at Belyando Crossing,5.82,steady,7:00 am Wed 25/03/26
Suttor River at St Anns,3.83,steady,7:00 am Wed 25/03/26

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, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Thomson River And Cooper Creek And Moderate Flood Warning For The Barcoo River
Issued at 12:08 PM AEST on Tuesday 24 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 88

MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT JUNDAH AND WINDORAH
MODERATE FLOODING EASING AT STONEHENGE, LIKELY AT RETREAT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON
Along the Thomson River, the main flood peak has passed Jundah, where the river level peaked with major flooding during Monday morning. Upstream, moderate flooding is continuing to ease at Stonehenge, and minor flooding is continuing to ease at Camoola Park and Longreach.
Along the Barcoo River, the main flood peak is around Glenlock. These flood waters are likely to cause moderate flooding at Retreat from Tuesday afternoon.
Along the Cooper Creek at Windorah, major flooding is occurring with a major flood peak expected from Wednesday morning as flows arrive from the Thomson River.
The situation is being monitored and this warning will be updated as required.

Thomson River:
Major flooding is occurring along the Thomson River at Jundah.
At Monday 7:00 am, the Thomson River at Camoola Park was at 3.35 m and falling, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park is likely to remain above the minor flood level (2.00 m) for the next few days.

The Thomson River at Longreach is currently at 4.21 m and falling, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Longreach is likely to remain above the minor flood level (3.30 m) for the next few days.

The Thomson River at Stonehenge is currently at 4.00 m and falling, with moderate flooding.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (3.00 m) for the next few days.

The Thomson River at Jundah peaked at 6.35 m Monday morning, with major flooding. The river is currently at 6.30 m and falling, with major flooding.
The Thomson River at Jundah is likely to remain above the major flood level (5.00 m) for the next few days.

Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Moderate flooding is likely along the Barcoo River at Retreat.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is currently at 3.78 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is likely to exceed the moderate flood level (4.50 m) from Tuesday afternoon. The river may peak near 5.30 m from Wednesday afternoon, with moderate flooding.

Cooper Creek:
Major flooding is occurring along the Cooper Creek at Windorah.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah is currently at 5.41 m and rising, with major flooding.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah may peak near 6.50 m from Wednesday morning, with major flooding.

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 01:00 PM AEST on Wednesday 25 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,2.69,steady,11:00 am Tue 24/03/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,2.95,falling,9:00 am Tue 24/03/26
Thomson River at Camoola Park,3.35,falling,6:00 am Mon 23/03/26
Thomson River at Longreach,4.19,steady,11:00 am Tue 24/03/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,5.60,steady,12:00 pm Tue 24/03/26
Thomson River at Stonehenge,4.00,falling,8:45 am Tue 24/03/26
Thomson River at Jundah,6.22,falling,7:00 am Tue 24/03/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,0.90,steady,11:53 am Tue 24/03/26
Barcoo River at Coolagh,4.50,steady,7:05 pm Tue 17/03/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,4.91,steady,11:00 am Tue 24/03/26
Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office,3.10,falling,6:35 am Mon 23/03/26
Barcoo River at Wahroongha,2.55,steady,7:05 am Tue 24/03/26
Barcoo River at Glenlock,4.65,steady,7:30 am Tue 24/03/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,3.78,rising,11:00 am Tue 24/03/26
Cooper Creek at Windorah (Lignum Channel),1.18,steady,11:44 am Tue 24/03/26
Cooper Creek at Windorah,5.41,rising,5:00 pm Mon 23/03/26
Cooper Creek at Durham Downs,2.40,steady,9:00 am Sat 21/03/26
Cooper Creek at Nappa Merrie,2.55,steady,11:00 am Tue 24/03/26

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.