Forecast

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 Saturday 21 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 85

MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT JUNDAH, LIKELY AT WINDORAH AND POSSIBLE AT STONEHENGE FROM LATE SATURDAY ONWARDS
MODERATE FLOODING EASING AT LONGREACH AND LIKELY AT RETREAT FROM MONDAY
Along the Thomson River, moderate flooding continues at Longreach. The main flood peak is now approaching Stonehenge where moderate flooding is occurring and major flooding is possible from late Saturday. Major flooding is occurring at Jundah with a major flood peak expected during Sunday.
Along the Barcoo River, minor flooding is easing at Isisford. The main flood peak is currently passing Wahroongha where minor flooding is occurring. These flood waters may cause moderate flooding at Retreat from Monday.
Along the Cooper Creek at Windorah, the creek level remains elevated above the moderate flood level, with renewed rises above the major flood level likely from early next week as flood peaks arrive from both the Thomson and Barcoo Rivers.
Forecast heights and timings will be refined as upstream peaks are observed. 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.
No recent observations are available for the Thomson River at Camoola Park. The river is estimated to be above the minor flood level (2.00 m) and falling.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park may fall below the minor flood level (2.00 m) early next week.

The Thomson River at Longreach is currently at 4.70 m and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Thomson River at Longreach may fall below the moderate flood level (4.30 m) as early as Sunday.

The Thomson River at Stonehenge is currently at 4.65 m and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge may peak near the major flood level (5.00 m) late Saturday.

The Thomson River at Jundah is currently at 5.40 m and rising, with major flooding.
The Thomson River at Jundah may peak near 6.75 m during Sunday, with major flooding. Peak predictions will be refined once upstream peaks are observed.

Barcoo River to Isisford:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Barcoo River at Isisford
The Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office is currently at 4.62 m and falling, with minor flooding.
The Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office may fall below the minor flood level (4.00 m) during Sunday.

Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Moderate flooding is likely along the Barcoo River at Retreat from Monday
The Barcoo River at Retreat is currently at 2.40 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is likely to reach around the moderate flood level (4.50 m) from Monday, with further rises likely. Forecasts will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.

Cooper Creek:
Major flooding is likely along the Cooper Creek at Windorah from early next week
The Cooper Creek at Windorah is currently at 4.70 m and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah is likely to exceed the major flood level (5.00 m) from early next week. Further rises are likely as upstream flood waters arrive from both the Thomson and Barcoo rivers.

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 Sunday 22 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,4.04,steady,11:00 am Sat 21/03/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,4.23,steady,9:00 am Sat 21/03/26
Thomson River at Camoola Park,4.15,falling,12:00 pm Thu 19/03/26
Thomson River at Longreach,4.70,steady,11:00 am Sat 21/03/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,6.68,steady,12:00 pm Sat 21/03/26
Thomson River at Stonehenge,4.65,steady,8:55 am Sat 21/03/26
Thomson River at Jundah,5.40,rising,8:00 am Sat 21/03/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,0.90,steady,11:53 am Sat 21/03/26
Barcoo River at Coolagh,4.50,steady,7:05 pm Tue 17/03/26
Alice River at Barcaldine,3.80,falling,10:59 am Mon 16/03/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,5.10,steady,11:00 am Sat 21/03/26
Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office,4.62,falling,5:55 am Sat 21/03/26
Barcoo River at Wahroongha,3.65,steady,7:00 am Sat 21/03/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,2.40,steady,11:00 am Sat 21/03/26
Cooper Creek at Windorah (Lignum Channel),0.16,steady,9:00 am Sat 21/03/26
Cooper Creek at Windorah,4.70,steady,4:30 pm Fri 20/03/26
Cooper Creek at Durham Downs,2.40,steady,9:00 am Sat 21/03/26
Cooper Creek at Nappa Merrie,3.02,steady,11:00 am Sat 21/03/26

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 Lower Flinders River
Issued at 01:12 PM AEST on Friday 20 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 36

MAJOR FLOODING CONTINUING AT WALKERS BEND
Major flooding is continuing along the lower Flinders River at Walkers Bend, where river levels are slowly falling. Renewed river level rises above the major flood level are possible at Walkers Bend into next week as floodwaters arrive from upstream.
Showers and thunderstorms are possible over the next few days, however these are not expected to significantly affect river levels.

Flinders River downstream of Richmond:
Major flooding is continuing along the Flinders River downstream of Richmond.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is currently at 8.77 m and falling, with major flooding.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is likely to continue to fall, but remain above the major flood level (8.00 m), during the weekend. With the arrival of upstream floodwaters renewed river level rises above the major flood level are possible 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 03:00 PM AEST on Monday 23 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Flinders River at Glendower Crossing,0.77,steady,12:00 pm Fri 20/03/26
Porcupine Creek at Mt Emu Plains,1.71,steady,12:00 pm Fri 20/03/26
Flinders River at Punchbowl,2.70,falling,12:00 pm Fri 20/03/26
Flinders River at Etta Plains,9.37,steady,12:00 pm Fri 20/03/26
Julia Creek,1.50,steady,12:00 pm Fri 20/03/26
Gilliat River at Wills Development Road,4.84,falling,12:00 pm Fri 20/03/26
Cloncurry River at Cloncurry,1.50,steady,12:00 pm Fri 20/03/26
Cloncurry River at Canobie,7.39,steady,12:00 pm Fri 20/03/26
Flinders River at Walkers Bend,8.77,falling,12:00 pm Fri 20/03/26

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 Lower Dawson And Lower Fitzroy Rivers
Issued at 10:32 AM AEST on Friday 20 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 27

MINOR FLOODING HAS NOW EASED AT BARALABA AND YAAMBA
Minor flooding has now eased along the lower Dawson and lower Fitzroy rivers. Elevated river levels are likely to continue over the next few days.
No significant rainfall is forecast for the next few days.

Dawson River downstream of Theodore:
Minor flooding has now eased at Baralaba, Beckers and Knebworth.
No observations are currently available for the Dawson River at Baralaba. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level at Baralaba is expected to be below the minor flood level (4.00 m) and falling.
The Dawson River at Baralaba is expected to remain below the minor flood level (4.00 m).

Fitzroy River:
Minor flooding has now eased at Riverslea and Yaamba.
No observations are currently available for the Fitzroy River at Yaamba. However the river level is estimated to be below the minor flood level (9.00 m) and falling slowly.
The Fitzroy River at Yaamba is expected to remain below the minor flood level (9.00 m) .

No river level observations are available for the Fitzroy River at Rockhampton. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level peaked below the minor flood level during Tuesday.
The Fitzroy River at Rockhampton is expected to remain below the minor flood level (7.00 m) with elevated river levels for 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:
This is a final warning. No further warnings will be issued for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Dawson River at Utopia Downs,1.43,steady,9:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Dawson River at Tarana Crossing,1.03,steady,9:09 am Fri 20/03/26
Juandah Creek at Windamere,0.96,steady,9:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Dawson River at Taroom,1.38,steady,9:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Dawson River at Gyranda Weir,0.20,steady,9:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Dawson River at Theodore Weir,6.38,steady,10:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Dawson River at Moura,7.80,falling,8:35 am Sun 15/03/26
Dawson River at Moura Weir,0.37,steady,9:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Mimosa Creek at Karamea,1.91,steady,10:18 am Fri 20/03/26
Dawson River at Baralaba TW,3.11,falling,10:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Kroombit Creek at Kroombit Dam HG,-3.73,steady,9:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Callide Creek at Callide Dam HG,-10.88,steady,9:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Callide Creek at Jambin,0.00,steady,9:33 am Fri 20/03/26
Callide Creek at Goovigen,1.55,steady,9:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Don River at Rannes,2.89,steady,9:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Dawson River at Knebworth,4.99,falling,9:53 am Fri 20/03/26
Arcadia Creek at Arcadia Valley School,1.40,steady,8:13 am Fri 20/03/26
Comet River at The Lake,2.03,steady,9:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Comet River at Comet Weir,1.66,steady,9:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Nogoa River at Raymond,1.30,steady,10:09 am Fri 20/03/26
Nogoa River at Craigmore,1.55,steady,9:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Nogoa River at Fairbairn Dam,-6.83,steady,9:43 am Fri 20/03/26
Nogoa River at Emerald,3.26,steady,8:30 am Fri 20/03/26
Theresa Creek at Gregory Highway,1.24,steady,9:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Isaac River at Fitzroy Developmental Rd Bridge,0.00,steady,10:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Connors River at Pink Lagoon,2.37,steady,9:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Isaac River at Yatton,3.20,steady,9:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Mackenzie River at Bedford Weir TW,2.49,steady,9:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Mackenzie River at Bingegang TW,1.92,steady,9:48 am Fri 20/03/26
Mackenzie River at Bingegang Weir HG,7.70,steady,4:37 am Fri 20/03/26
Mackenzie River at Tartrus,6.15,steady,9:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Fitzroy River at Riverslea,14.35,falling,9:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Fitzroy River at Yaamba,11.05,steady,5:45 pm Mon 16/03/26
Connor Creek at Port Alma Tide,5.33,rising,9:59 am Fri 20/03/26

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 09:04 AM AEST on Friday 20 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 12

NO FURTHER FLOODING EXPECTED ALONG SUTTOR RIVER AT ST ANNS
River levels fell below the minor flood level along the Suttor River at St Anns during Thursday afternoon following a minor flood peak earlier in the day.
No significant rainfall is forecast for the catchment over the next few days.

Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam:
No further flooding is expected along the Suttor River at St Anns.
The Suttor River at St Anns peaked at 4.00 m around 09:00 am Thursday, with minor flooding. The river is currently at 3.92 m and steady, 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:
Burdekin River at Mt Fullstop,2.90,steady,8:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Paluma Dam,0.08,steady,5:40 am Fri 20/03/26
Star River at Laroona,1.86,steady,8:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Burdekin River at Gainsford,3.33,steady,8:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Keelbottom Creek at Keelbottom,1.37,steady,8:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Burdekin River at Sellheim,2.55,falling,1:15 am Fri 20/03/26
Alpha Creek at Rivington,0.17,steady,8:53 am Fri 20/03/26
Belyando River at Albro Station,6.50,falling,11:15 am Sun 15/03/26
Belyando River at Belyando Crossing,6.09,steady,8:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Suttor River at St Anns,3.92,steady,8:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Cape River at Pentland,1.97,steady,8:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Cape River at Taemas,1.86,steady,7:27 am Fri 20/03/26
Burdekin Dam,0.91,steady,8:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Bowen River at Myuna,1.39,steady,8:00 am Fri 20/03/26
Burdekin River at Dalbeg,3.88,steady,8:58 am Fri 20/03/26
Bogie River at Strathbogie,1.67,steady,7:47 am Fri 20/03/26
Burdekin River at Millaroo,4.40,steady,6:27 am Fri 20/03/26
Burdekin River at Clare,4.05,falling,8:11 am Fri 20/03/26
Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge,3.45,steady,8:34 am Fri 20/03/26
Burdekin River at Rita Island,-3.50,steady,8:32 am Fri 20/03/26
Burdekin River at Groper Creek,1.54,rising,8:54 am Fri 20/03/26

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.