Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

Marine Wind Warning Summary for Queensland

Issued at 03:00 PM EST on Monday 09 March 2026
for the period until midnight EST Tuesday 10 March 2026

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

Wind Warnings for Tuesday 10 March
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Capricornia Coast, Hervey Bay, K'gari Coast, Sunshine Coast Waters and Gold Coast Waters

The next marine wind warning summary will be issued by 9:00 pm EST Monday.
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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

Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Suttor River And Final Flood Warning For The Lower Burdekin River
Issued at 01:25 PM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 3

MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE ALONG THE SUTTOR RIVER AT ST ANNS FROM AROUND FRIDAY
FLOODING NO LONGER EXPECTED ALONG THE LOWER BURDEKIN RIVER AT DALBEG, CLARE AND INKERMAN BRIDGE (BURDEKIN BRIDGE)
Recent moderate to heavy rainfall over parts of the Belyando and Suttor catchments has caused river level rises across the upper catchments. Minor flooding is possible from around Friday along the Suttor River at St Anns as upstream flows arrive.
Elevated river levels are occurring along the lower Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam, however river levels are expected to remain below the minor flood level.
A Flood Watch is current for most of Queensland.

Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Minor flooding is possible along the Suttor River.
The Suttor River at St Anns is currently at 1.39 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Suttor River at St Anns may reach the minor flood level (4.00 m) from around Friday.

Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam:
Flooding is no longer expected along the lower Burdekin River.
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg is currently at 7.28 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg is expected to remain below the minor flood level (10.00 m).

The Burdekin River at Clare is currently at 7.20 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Clare is expected to remain below the minor flood level (9.00 m).

The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge (Burdekin Bridge) is currently at 5.55 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge (Burdekin Bridge) is expected to remain below the minor flood level (7.00 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:
The next warning will be issued by 02:00 PM AEST on Wednesday 11 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Burdekin River at Mt Fullstop,3.78,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Paluma Dam,0.08,steady,11:40 am Mon 09/03/26
Star River at Laroona,3.55,falling,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Gainsford,4.60,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Keelbottom Creek at Keelbottom,1.92,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Sellheim,4.70,falling,7:12 am Mon 09/03/26
Alpha Creek at Rivington,1.12,steady,12:56 pm Mon 09/03/26
Belyando River at Belyando Crossing,1.67,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Suttor River at St Anns,1.39,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Cape River at Pentland,2.22,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Cape River at Taemas,2.71,steady,10:27 am Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin Dam,1.27,steady,1:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Bowen River at Myuna,4.93,falling,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Dalbeg,7.28,rising,12:39 pm Mon 09/03/26
Bogie River at Strathbogie,2.72,falling,12:54 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Millaroo,7.65,steady,12:27 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Clare,7.20,falling,12:50 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge,5.60,falling,1:12 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Rita Island,-1.50,falling,12:43 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Groper Creek,0.74,steady,12:54 pm Mon 09/03/26

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 Burnett, Stuart And Boyne Rivers, And Barker And Barambah Creeks, And Flood Warning For The Auburn River
Issued at 01:10 PM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 6

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT BUNDABERG FROM LATE TUESDAY MORNING
MAJOR FLOODING EXPECTED TO BE OCCURRING AT DUNOLLIE AND BRIAN PASTURES, AND POSSIBLE AT MUNDUBBERA, GAYNDAH, STONELANDS AND WALLA FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON
MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT EIDSVOLD BRIDGE FROM OVERNIGHT MONDAY
Heavy rainfall has been recorded over the Burnett River catchment since Friday morning, with further heavy rainfall forecast for the remainder of Monday. This has caused significant river and creek level rises along the Burnett River and tributaries, where moderate to major flooding is possible at multiple locations, including moderate flooding possible at Bundaberg. Further river level rises are possible.
The situation is being monitored closely 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.

Burnett River to Mundubbera:
Major flooding is possible at Mundubbera, and moderate flooding is possible at Eidsvold Bridge.
No observations are currently available for the Burnett River at Eidsvold Bridge. The river level is estimated to be below the minor flood level and rising.
The Burnett River at Eidsvold Bridge is likely to exceed the minor flood level (6.00 m) Monday afternoon. The river may exceed the moderate flood level (9.00 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

The Burnett River at Mundubbera is currently at 13.72 m and rising, with moderate flooding.
The Burnett River at Mundubbera may exceed the major flood level (18.00 m) Monday afternoon. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

Auburn River:
River level rises are occurring along the Auburn River. Major flooding is occurring at Brovinia and Dykehead.
Stuart and Boyne Rivers:
Major flooding is occurring along the Stuart River at Proston and the Boyne River at Carters. Major flooding is expected to be occurring at Dunollie.
No observations are currently available for the Boyne River at Dunollie. The river level is estimated to be above the major flood level and rising.
The Boyne River at Dunollie is likely to remain above the major flood level (8.00 m) during Monday and into Tuesday. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

Barker and Barambah Creeks:
Major flooding is expected to be occurring at Brian Pastures and is likely to develop at Stonelands.
The Barambah Creek at Stonelands is currently at 10.79 m and rising, with moderate flooding.
The Barambah Creek at Stonelands is likely to exceed the major flood level (11.50 m) Monday afternoon. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

No observations are currently available for the Barambah Creek at Brian Pastures. The river level is estimated to be above the major flood level and rising.
The Barambah Creek at Brian Pastures is likely to remain above the major flood level (9.00 m) during Monday and into Tuesday. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

Burnett River downstream of Mundubbera to Paradise Dam:
Major flooding is possible at Gayndah.
The Burnett River at Gayndah is currently at 6.25 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Burnett River at Gayndah is likely to exceed the moderate flood level (8.00 m) Monday afternoon. The river may exceed the major flood level (15.00 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

Burnett River downstream of Paradise Dam:
Major flooding is possible at Walla. Moderate flooding is possible at Bundaberg.
No observations are currently available for the Burnett River at Walla. The river level is estimated to be below the minor flood level and rising.
The Burnett River at Walla is likely to exceed the minor (6.00 m) and moderate flood levels (8.00 m) Monday afternoon. The river may exceed the major flood level (12.00 m) Monday evening. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

The Burnett River at Bundaberg is currently at 1.32 m and rising with the tide, below the minor flood level.
The Burnett River at Bundaberg is likely to exceed the minor flood level (3.50 m) early Tuesday morning. The river may exceed the moderate flood level (5.50 m) from late Tuesday morning. 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 04:00 PM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Three Moon Creek at Cania Dam (HW),-15.45,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Three Moon Creek at Monto,0.00,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Three Moon Creek at Abercorn Tm,4.57,rising,12:20 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burnett River at Ceratodus,4.88,rising,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Nogo River at Wuruma Dam (HW),-1.21,rising,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burnett River at Eidsvold,3.19,rising,12:23 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burnett River at Marriages,5.60,rising,12:58 pm Mon 09/03/26
Auburn River at Flagstone Bridge,14.19,rising,12:56 pm Mon 09/03/26
Boyne River at Boondooma Dam (HW),3.07,rising,11:55 am Mon 09/03/26
Boyne River at Derra,13.60,rising,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burnett River at Mundubbera,13.72,rising,12:59 pm Mon 09/03/26
Barker Creek at Bjelke-Petersen Dam (HW),0.46,rising,11:53 am Mon 09/03/26
Barambah Creek at Joe Sippel Weir (HW),1.50,rising,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Barambah Creek at Joe Sippel Weir (TW),7.62,rising,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Barambah Creek at Stonelands,10.79,rising,11:55 am Mon 09/03/26
Burnett River at Gayndah Flume,7.33,rising,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burnett River at Gayndah,6.25,rising,10:20 am Mon 09/03/26
Burnett River at Mt Lawless,8.89,rising,12:22 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burnett River at Paradise Dam (HW),2.53,rising,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burnett River at Ned Churchward Weir (HW),20.38,rising,12:48 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burnett River at Bundaberg,1.37,rising,12:55 pm Mon 09/03/26
Bundaberg Port Tide,2.36,rising,12:31 pm Mon 09/03/26

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
Reissue to correct next issue time.

Major Flood Warning For The Warrego River (Qld)
Issued at 12:51 PM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 3

MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT AUGATHELLA ON WEDNESDAY
Heavy rainfall has been recorded over the upper Warrego River catchment over the weekend. River levels upstream of Augathella have risen rapidly in response to this rainfall.
Minor flooding is possible at Augathella from Monday afternoon as flood water approaches from upstream, with major flooding possible on Wednesday.

Warrego River to Charleville:
Major flooding is occurring along the Warrego River at Lochinvar, possible at Augathella.
The Warrego River at Augathella is currently at 2.33 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Warrego River at Augathella is likely to exceed the minor flood level (4.00 m) from Monday afternoon. The river is likely to exceed the moderate flood level (5.00 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday. The river may exceed the major flood level (6.00 m) during Wednesday 11 March.

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 Tuesday 10 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Warrego River at Lochinvar,6.90,rising,9:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Warrego River at Augathella,2.80,rising,12:20 pm Mon 09/03/26
Nive River at Biddenham,0.65,steady,11:09 am Mon 09/03/26
Warrego River at The 27 Mile Garden,0.33,steady,10:39 am Mon 09/03/26
Bradley Creek at Raceview,0.40,rising,12:19 pm Mon 09/03/26
Bradley Creek at Lower Bradleys,0.70,steady,11:48 am Mon 09/03/26
Warrego River at Charleville,0.98,rising,11:27 am Mon 09/03/26
Ward River at Binnowee,0.94,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Warrego River at Wyandra,2.14,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Warrego River at Wallen,0.64,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Warrego River at Cunnamulla Weir,5.72,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26

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 12:29 PM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026
Flood Watch Number: 8
WIDESPREAD MINOR TO MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING OR POSSIBLE ACROSS MUCH OF THE STATE WITH ISOLATED MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE
RAINFALL LIKELY TO MOSTLY CONTRACT OFFSHORE BY TUESDAY MORNING

Catchments likely to be affected include:
Haughton River
Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam
Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam
Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam
Comet and Nogoa Rivers
Dawson and Don Rivers
Mackenzie and Fitzroy Rivers and Shoalwater and Water Park Creeks
Calliope River
Boyne River
Pine and Caboolture Rivers
Sunshine Coast Rivers and Creeks
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) : Herbert, Haughton (final), Burdekin downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam, Don and Proserpine, Pioneer (final), Connors, Isaac, Dawson, Baffle, Kolan, Burnett and tributaries, Burrum and Cherwell, Isis, Gregory, Elliott, Mary, Noosa, Mooloolah, Upper Brisbane and Stanley, lower Condamine, Myall, and Charleys Creek, upper Balonne, Bungil Creek, Warrego, Paroo, Nicholson-Albert, Upper Flinders, Lower Flinders, Norman, Gilbert, Georgina and Eyre, Diamantina and Western River, Thomson, Barcoo and Cooper
Flooding is no longer expected in the following catchment(s): Lower Brisbane (including Brisbane Creeks), Logan and Albert, Gold Coast, Macintyre, Weir, The Big Warrambool and Wallam and Mungallala

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 Tuesday 10 March 2026.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Weather Warning
for Heavy, Locally Intense Rainfall And Damaging Winds

for Capricornia, Wide Bay and Burnett and parts of Central Highlands and Coalfields and Darling Downs and Granite Belt Forecast Districts.

Issued at 10:28 am Monday, 9 March 2026.

LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL POSSIBLE IN THE SOUTHEAST TODAY, WITH DAMAGING WINDS POSSIBLE OVER THE CAPRICORNIA AND WIDE BAY AND BURNETT.

Weather Situation
A low pressure system is currently situated near Emerald and will gradually move to the southeast today, crossing the coast in the evening. A trough extends from this low through southeastern parts of the state. Heavy to locally intense rainfall is expected in the vicinity of the low through the southeast and parts of adjacent inland districts during Monday.
HEAVY, LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL and DAMAGING WINDS for the following areas:
Central Highlands and Coalfields, Capricornia, Wide Bay and Burnett and Darling Downs and Granite Belt
HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is likely over central and southeastern districts for the remainder of Monday. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 60 and 90 mm are likely. 24-hourly rainfall totals between 90 and 120 mm are likely, with isolated totals around 250 mm possible. Locally INTENSE RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is also possible over inland and coastal parts of the warning area with six-hourly totals of around 160 mm.
DAMAGING WIND GUSTS with peak gusts in excess of 90 km/h are possible over parts of the Capricornia and Wide Bay and Burnett during Monday afternoon and evening.
Conditions are expected to ease below warning thresholds from early Tuesday morning.
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 Gympie, Bundaberg, Gladstone, Emerald, Rockhampton, Maryborough, Hervey Bay, Biloela, Yeppoon, Cherbourg, Monto and Rolleston.
Severe weather is no longer occurring in the Central West and Southeast Coast districts and the warning for these districts is CANCELLED.
155 mm WAS RECORDED AT BOWEN DOWNS IN THE 6 HOURS TO 3:00 AM.
90 mm was recorded at Valeria in the 6 hours to 5:44 am.
123 mm was recorded at Planet Downs in the 6 hours to 5:16 am.
95 mm was recorded at Cooranga (Boyne River) in the 6 hours to 5:00 am.
97.4 mm was recorded at Avocet in the 6 hours to 3:40 am.
119 mm was recorded at Brovinia (Cadarga Creek) in the 6 hours to 3:20 am.
106 mm was recorded at Boondooma in the 6 hours to 1:24 am.
66 mm was recorded at Sapphire (Retreat Creek) in the 1 hour to 12:05 am.
Cancellation for the following areas:
Central West,Southeast Coast

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 5:00 pm AEST Monday.
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 And Damaging Winds

for Capricornia, Wide Bay and Burnett and parts of Central Highlands and Coalfields and Darling Downs and Granite Belt Forecast Districts.

Issued at 10:28 am Monday, 9 March 2026.

LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL POSSIBLE IN THE SOUTHEAST TODAY, WITH DAMAGING WINDS POSSIBLE OVER THE CAPRICORNIA AND WIDE BAY AND BURNETT.

Weather Situation
A low pressure system is currently situated near Emerald and will gradually move to the southeast today, crossing the coast in the evening. A trough extends from this low through southeastern parts of the state. Heavy to locally intense rainfall is expected in the vicinity of the low through the southeast and parts of adjacent inland districts during Monday.
HEAVY, LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL and DAMAGING WINDS for the following areas:
Central Highlands and Coalfields, Capricornia, Wide Bay and Burnett and Darling Downs and Granite Belt
HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is likely over central and southeastern districts for the remainder of Monday. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 60 and 90 mm are likely. 24-hourly rainfall totals between 90 and 120 mm are likely, with isolated totals around 250 mm possible. Locally INTENSE RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is also possible over inland and coastal parts of the warning area with six-hourly totals of around 160 mm.
DAMAGING WIND GUSTS with peak gusts in excess of 90 km/h are possible over parts of the Capricornia and Wide Bay and Burnett during Monday afternoon and evening.
Conditions are expected to ease below warning thresholds from early Tuesday morning.
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 Gympie, Bundaberg, Gladstone, Emerald, Rockhampton, Maryborough, Hervey Bay, Biloela, Yeppoon, Cherbourg, Monto and Rolleston.
Severe weather is no longer occurring in the Central West and Southeast Coast districts and the warning for these districts is CANCELLED.
155 mm WAS RECORDED AT BOWEN DOWNS IN THE 6 HOURS TO 3:00 AM.
90 mm was recorded at Valeria in the 6 hours to 5:44 am.
123 mm was recorded at Planet Downs in the 6 hours to 5:16 am.
95 mm was recorded at Cooranga (Boyne River) in the 6 hours to 5:00 am.
97.4 mm was recorded at Avocet in the 6 hours to 3:40 am.
119 mm was recorded at Brovinia (Cadarga Creek) in the 6 hours to 3:20 am.
106 mm was recorded at Boondooma in the 6 hours to 1:24 am.
66 mm was recorded at Sapphire (Retreat Creek) in the 1 hour to 12:05 am.
Cancellation for the following areas:
Central West,Southeast Coast

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 5:00 pm AEST Monday.
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

Initial Moderate Flood Warning For The Upper Balonne River, Moderate Flood Warning For Bungil Creek, And Initial Flood Warning For Dogwood Creek
Issued at 10:21 AM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 2

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT ROMA FROM MONDAY EVENING
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT WARKON FROM OVERNIGHT MONDAY, MODERATE POSSIBLE FROM TUESDAY
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT SURAT FROM TUESDAY
Recent rainfall has caused river level rises across the upper Balonne River catchment. Moderate flooding is possible along Bungil Creek at Roma from Monday evening, with minor to moderate flooding possible along the Balonne River at Warkon and Surat from early this week.
Significant river level rises are also occurring along Dogwood Creek.
Further rainfall is forecast during Monday but is expected to ease later in the day. The situation is being monitored closely, and this warning will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for much of Queensland.

Dogwood Creek:
Significant river level rises are occurring along Dogwood Creek, with minor to moderate flooding rising at Miles, Gilweir and Pine Hill Crossing.
Balonne River to Surat:
Minor to moderate flooding is possible along the Balonne River.
No observations are currently available for the Balonne River at Warkon. The river level is estimated to be below the minor flood level and rising.
The Balonne River at Warkon may exceed the minor flood level (7.00 m) from overnight Monday into Tuesday. The river may reach around the moderate flood level (8.00 m) from Tuesday. Further rises are likely as upstream flows arrive.

No observations are currently available for the Balonne River at Surat. Based on the river level at the nearby automatic station, the river level is estimated to be below the minor flood level and steady.
The Balonne River at Surat may exceed the minor flood level (5.00 m) during Tuesday. Further rises are expected this week as upstream flows arrive.

Bungil Creek:
Moderate flooding is possible along Bungil Creek.
The Bungil Creek at Roma is currently at 4.92 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Bungil Creek at Roma is likely to exceed the minor flood level (4.95 m) late Monday morning. The creek may peak near the moderate flood level (5.45 m) from Monday evening.

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 06:00 PM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Dogwood Creek at Miles,9.19,rising,10:07 am Mon 09/03/26
Bungil Creek at Tabers,3.99,falling,9:05 am Mon 09/03/26
Bungil Creek at Roma,4.92,rising,10:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Balonne River at Surat TM,2.90,steady,9:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Balonne River at Weribone,1.34,steady,9:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Balonne River at Warroo,2.36,steady,9:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Maranoa River at Springfield,1.34,rising,9:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Maranoa River at Woodlands,1.95,steady,9:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Maranoa River at Old Cashmere,1.00,steady,9:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Balonne River at Beardmore Dam,-5.72,steady,9:00 am Mon 09/03/26

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 Connors And Isaac Rivers And Minor Flood Warning For The Dawson River
Issued at 02:12 AM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 3

MODERATE FLOODING LIKELY AT YATTON FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT TAROOM, THEODORE WEIR AND BARALABA FROM MONDAY MORNING
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 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, Theodore Weir and Baralaba from Monday morning. Along the Isaac River minor flooding is expected at Yatton from Monday morning with moderate flooding likely from Monday afternoon.
Further rainfall is forecast for the remainder of Monday. 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 1.50 m and rising, 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 6.13 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.

Dawson River downstream of Theodore:
Minor flooding is possible at Baralaba with further rises possible with forecast rain.
No river level observation is currently available at Baralaba. However, based on the nearby gauge the river level at Baralaba is expected to be below the minor flood level and rising.
The Dawson River at Baralaba may reach around the minor flood level (4.00 m) Monday morning. 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 5.00 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Isaac River at Yatton is expected to exceed the minor flood level (7.50 m) Monday morning. The river is likely to reach around 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,2.16,rising,1:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Dawson River at Tarana Crossing,2.68,rising,1:56 am Mon 09/03/26
Juandah Creek at Windamere,5.20,rising,1:20 am Mon 09/03/26
Dawson River at Taroom,1.50,rising,1:20 am Mon 09/03/26
Dawson River at Gyranda Weir,0.62,rising,2:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Dawson River at Theodore Weir,6.13,steady,1:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Dawson River at Moura Weir,0.14,steady,1:48 am Mon 09/03/26
Mimosa Creek at Karamea,1.66,rising,1:47 am Mon 09/03/26
Dawson River at Baralaba TW,3.29,rising,2:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Kroombit Creek at Kroombit Dam HG,-11.80,steady,1:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Kroombit Creek at Biloela,0.00,steady,11:02 pm Sun 08/03/26
Callide Creek at Callide Dam HG,-14.02,steady,1:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Callide Creek at Jambin,0.00,steady,12:33 am Mon 09/03/26
Callide Creek at Goovigen,0.81,rising,1:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Don River at Rannes,2.05,steady,1:20 am Mon 09/03/26
Dawson River at Knebworth,2.25,steady,1:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Arcadia Creek at Arcadia Valley School,1.35,steady,1:19 am Mon 09/03/26
Comet River at The Lake,1.18,steady,1:19 am Mon 09/03/26
Comet River at Comet Weir,1.33,rising,1:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Nogoa River at Raymond,1.10,steady,7:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Nogoa River at Craigmore,1.20,steady,1:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Nogoa River at Fairbairn Dam,-8.51,steady,2:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Nogoa River at Emerald,3.51,steady,1:52 am Mon 09/03/26
Theresa Creek at Gregory Highway,0.51,rising,1:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Isaac River at Fitzroy Developmental Rd Bridge,0.64,rising,1:15 am Mon 09/03/26
Connors River at Pink Lagoon,8.51,rising,1:20 am Mon 09/03/26
Isaac River at Yatton,5.00,rising,1:20 am Mon 09/03/26
Mackenzie River at Bedford Weir TW,1.61,steady,1:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Mackenzie River at Bingegang TW,1.38,steady,1:48 am Mon 09/03/26
Mackenzie River at Bingegang Weir HG,7.55,steady,1:38 am Mon 09/03/26
Mackenzie River at Tartrus,6.11,steady,1:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Fitzroy River at Riverslea,13.25,steady,1:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Connor Creek at Port Alma Tide,4.25,steady,12:34 am Mon 09/03/26

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.