Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Moderate Flood Warning For The Thomson River And Minor Flood Warning For The Lower Barcoo River And Cooper Creek
Issued at 02:48 PM EST on Wednesday 19 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 15
MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT STONEHENGE AND JUNDAH LATER THIS WEEK
MINOR FLOODING EASING ALONG THE THOMSON RIVER AT CAMOOLA PARK AND LONGREACH
RIVER LEVELS ALONG THE LOWER BARCOO RIVER AT RETREAT HAVE FALLEN BELOW THE MINOR FLOOD LEVEL
Significant rainfall over upper parts of the Thomson and Barcoo River catchments early February has caused elevated river levels and flooding. The main flood peak along the Thomson River is approaching Bogewong where moderate flooding is occurring.
Along the Barcoo River at Retreat river levels fell below the minor flood level Wednesday morning.
No significant rainfall is forecast over the next few days.
This is the first significant flow of the season and floodwater is moving relatively slowly downstream along the Thomson River. Forecasts along the lower Thomson River and Cooper Creek will be further refined as upstream peaks are observed.
Thomson River:
Minor to moderate flooding is occurring along the Thomson River between Camoola Park and Longreach. Moderate flooding may occur along the Thomson River downstream of Longreach.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park was last observed at 3.00 metres 8:00 am Wednesday and slowly falling, above the minor flood level.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park will continue falling but is expected to remain above the minor flood level (2.00 m) for at least the next few days.
The Thomson River at Longreach is currently at 3.92 metres and falling slowly, above the minor flood level.
The Thomson River at Longreach will continue falling but is expected to remain above the minor flood level (3.30 m) for at least the next few days.
There are no current observations available for the Thomson River at Stonehenge, however the river level is estimated to be below the minor flood level and rising slowly.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge may exceed the minor flood level (2.00 m) from late Thursday. The river level may reach the moderate flood level (3.00 m) from Friday.
There are no current observations available for the Thomson River at Jundah, however the river level is estimated to be below the minor flood level and rising slowly.
The Thomson River at Jundah may exceed the minor flood level (2.50 m) from Saturday. The river level may reach the moderate flood level (4.00 m) from Sunday. Forecasts will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.
Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Minor flooding is no longer occurring along the Barcoo River downstream of Isisford.
The Barcoo River at Retreat fell below the minor flood level (2.14 m) around 08:00 am Wednesday. The river is currently at 2.03 metres and falling, below the minor flood level.
Cooper Creek:
Minor flooding may occur along the Cooper Creek early next week.
There are no current observations for the Cooper Creek at Windorah (Main Channel), however, based on upstream gauges it is estimated that the river level is currently below the minor flood level and rising slowly.
The Cooper Ck at Windorah (Main Channel) is expected to continue rising slowly but remain below the minor flood level (3.00 m) over the next few days. The creek level may reach the minor flood level (3.00 m) from early next week.
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.}
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts
Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 03:00 pm EST on Thursday 20 February 2025.
Latest River Heights:
Cornish Ck at Bowen Downs TM,3.97,Steady,01:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Thomson R at Camoola Park,3.00,Falling,08:00 AM WED 19/02/25
Thomson R at Longreach Auto TM,3.92,Steady,01:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Thomson R at Bogewong TM,4.04,Rising,02:09 PM WED 19/02/25
Barcoo R at Gillespie Alert,0.25,Steady,04:53 AM WED 19/02/25
Alice R at Barcaldine Weir Auto TM,3.81,Steady,01:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Barcoo R at Retreat TM,2.03,Falling,01:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Cooper Ck at Windorah (Long Crossing) TM,2.61,Steady,12:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Cooper Ck at Lignum Channel TM,-0.30,Steady,12:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Cooper Ck at Nappa Merrie TM,0.37,Steady,01:00 PM WED 19/02/25
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.
Forecast
Blackall (24.4246°S, 145.4659°E, 279m AMSL) Blackall,QLD set as my default location ›
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Blackall 7 day forecast
Today: Partly cloudy. Slight chance of a shower. The chance of a thunderstorm from the late morning. Winds N/NE 15 to 20 km/h becoming light in the middle of the day then becoming E/NE 15 to 20 km/h in the early afternoon. Overnight temperatures falling to the low to mid 20s with daytime temperatures reaching 33 to 39.
Forecast for Blackall (24.4246°S, 145.4659°E, 279m AMSL) Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Summary Minimum 23° 22° 21° 21° 20° 21° 21° Maximum 35° 36° 35° 35° 36° 37° 36° Chance of rain 60% 5% 5% 5% 20% 5% 5% Likely amount 1-5mm < 1mm < 1mm < 1mm < 1mm < 1mm < 1mm UV index Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Fire Danger Rating Moderate High High Moderate - - - Frost risk Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm Wind speed 16
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Sunrise / Sunset for Blackall (24.4246°S, 145.4659°E, 279m AMSL) First light Sunrise Sunset Last light Moon rise Moon set Moon phase Last quarter New moon First quarter Full moon 5:44am EST 6:08am EST 6:56pm EST 7:19pm EST 11:15pm EST 12:26pm EST Waning gibbous
Last quarter Feb 21 New moon Feb 28 First quarter Mar 07 Full moon Mar 14 Blackall sun & moon times
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Warnings
Weather Warnings
Wed 2:48pm UTC Flood warning QLDWed 1:25pm UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Minor Flood Warning For The Connors-Isaac Rivers
Issued at 01:25 PM EST on Wednesday 19 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 4
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT YATTON
A moderate flood peak was observed along the Isaac River at Yatton overnight Tuesday.
Moderate rainfall totals have been observed over the northeast part of the Fitzroy River catchment last Friday and into the weekend. This has resulted in river and creek level rises along the Connors and Isaac Rivers.
Showers are forecast over parts of the catchment for the next few days.
The flood situation is being closely monitored and forecasts and warnings will be updated as required.
Connors and Isaac Rivers:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Connors and Isaac Rivers.
The Isaac River at Yatton peaked at 10.26 metres around 05:00 pm Tuesday 18 February (moderate peak) and is currently at 9.42 metres and falling, above the minor flood level (7.50 m).
The Isaac River at Yatton is expected to remain above the minor flood level (7.50 m) for the remainder of Wednesday.
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.}
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts
Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 02:00 pm EST on Thursday 20 February 2025.
Latest River Heights:
Nogoa R at Raymond Alert,1.25,Steady,11:48 AM WED 19/02/25
Nogoa R at Craigmore Alert,1.40,Steady,10:58 AM WED 19/02/25
Nogoa R at Craigmore TM,1.40,Steady,12:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Nogoa R at Fairbairn Dam HW TM,-9.16,Steady,01:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Nogoa R at Emerald Alert,3.31,Steady,11:32 AM WED 19/02/25
Theresa Ck at Gregory Highway Alert,1.56,Falling,12:36 PM WED 19/02/25
Theresa Ck at Gregory Highway TM,1.61,Steady,12:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Arcadia Ck at Arcadia Valley School,0.85,Steady,07:29 AM WED 19/02/25
Comet R at The Lake TM,1.30,Steady,12:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Comet R at Comet Weir Alert,1.25,Steady,09:58 AM WED 19/02/25
Comet R at Comet Weir TM,1.25,Steady,12:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Mackenzie R at Bedford Weir TW Alert,2.68,Falling,12:33 PM WED 19/02/25
Mackenzie R at Bedford Weir TW TM,2.71,Falling,12:33 PM WED 19/02/25
Mackenzie R at Bingegang Weir HW TM,8.00,Steady,01:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Mackenzie R at Bingegang Weir TW TM,2.76,Rising,12:38 PM WED 19/02/25
Mackenzie R at Bingegang Weir HW Alert,7.95,Steady,11:45 AM WED 19/02/25
Connors R at Pink Lagoon TM,3.90,Falling,12:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Isaac R at Fitzroy Develop. Rd Br TM,0.92,Falling,01:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Isaac R at Yatton TM,9.22,Steady,12:05 PM WED 19/02/25
Mackenzie R at Tartrus TM,7.23,Steady,01:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Dawson R at Utopia Downs TM,2.43,Falling,12:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Dawson R at Tarana Crossing Alert,3.09,Falling,01:14 PM WED 19/02/25
Juandah Ck at Windamere TM,0.35,Steady,12:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Dawson R at Taroom TM,3.57,Rising,12:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Dawson R at Gyranda Weir TM,-0.19,Steady,01:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Dawson R at Theodore Weir TM,6.04,Steady,01:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Dawson R at Moura Weir TM,-0.61,Steady,01:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Mimosa Ck at Karamea Alert,1.41,Steady,11:38 AM WED 19/02/25
Dawson R at Baralaba TW TM,1.53,Steady,12:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Kroombit Ck at Kroombit Dam HW TM,-12.98,Steady,01:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Kroombit Creek at Biloela,0.00,Steady,11:04 AM WED 19/02/25
Callide Ck at Callide Dam HW TM,-15.84,Steady,01:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Callide Creek at Jambin,0.00,Steady,12:29 PM WED 19/02/25
Callide Ck at Goovigen TM,0.92,Steady,12:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Don R at Rannes TM,1.81,Steady,12:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Dawson R at Knebworth TM,2.09,Steady,12:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Fitzroy R at Riverslea TM,13.64,Steady,12:00 PM WED 19/02/25
Port Alma Tide TM,3.85,Steady,01:10 PM WED 19/02/25
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.Wed 12:29pm UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Major Flood Warning For The Lower Flinders River
Issued at 12:29 PM EST on Wednesday 19 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 14
MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WALKERS BEND AND MAY CONTINUE INTO NEXT WEEK
Major flooding is occurring along the lower Flinders River at Walkers Bend as floodwaters from the Flinders, Cloncurry, and Saxby Rivers continue to arrive. Major flooding is likely to continue this week and may persist into next week.
A chance of showers and possible thunderstorms are forecast across the Flinders River catchment during the next few days, which may prolong the existing peaks travelling through the river systems.
The flood situation is being monitored and warnings will be updated as required.
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 8.29 metres and rising, above the major flood level (8.00 m).
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend may reach at least 9.50 metres later this week, with higher levels possible. The river level is likely to remain above the major flood level for the duration of this week and possibly into next week.
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.}
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts
Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 01:00 pm EST on Thursday 20 February 2025.
Latest River Heights:
Porcupine Ck at Mt Emu Plains TM,1.77,Steady,11:00 AM WED 19/02/25
Flinders R at Glendower Crossing TM,0.92,Steady,11:00 AM WED 19/02/25
Flinders R at Punchbowl TM,2.50,Steady,11:00 AM WED 19/02/25
Flinders R at Etta Plains TM,9.25,Steady,11:00 AM WED 19/02/25
Cloncurry R at Cloncurry TM,0.78,Steady,11:00 AM WED 19/02/25
Gilliat R at Wills Dev Rd TM,4.45,Steady,11:00 AM WED 19/02/25
Julia Ck at Julia Ck TM,1.59,Steady,11:00 AM WED 19/02/25
Cloncurry R at Canobie Auto TM,6.08,Steady,11:00 AM WED 19/02/25
Flinders R at Walkers Bend TM,8.29,Rising,11:00 AM WED 19/02/25
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.Wed 10:20am UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 10:20 AM EST on Wednesday 19 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 15
FLOOD LEVELS REMAIN ABOVE THE SPRINGVALE DIAMANTINA LAKES RD CAUSEWAY
Heavy rainfall in early February has caused river level rises in parts of the Diamantina River catchment.
Minor to moderate flooding is occurring along the Diamantina River as floodwaters arrive from upstream.
Showers are possible in the upper Diamantina River catchment for the next few days, however these are not expected to result in further significant river level rises.
Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
Moderate flooding is continuing at Diamantina Lakes, with the river level currently at 4.68 metres and rising slowly, which is 2.58 metres above the level of the causeway on the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road (2.10 m).
Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
The river level along the Diamantina River at Monkira is estimated to be above the minor flood level (2.90 m) and rising.
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.}
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts
Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 11:00 am EST on Friday 21 February 2025.
Latest River Heights:
Mills Ck at Oondooroo TM,1.51,Steady,08:00 AM WED 19/02/25
Diamantina R at Diamantina Lakes TM,4.68,Steady,08:00 AM WED 19/02/25
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.Mon 10:07am UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Final Flood Warning For The Upper Burdekin, Lower Burdekin And Suttor Rivers
Issued at 10:07 AM EST on Monday 17 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 56
FLOODING IS NO LONGER OCCURRING ACROSS THE BURDEKIN CATCHMENT
Minor flooding has now eased along the Burdekin and Suttor Rivers. River levels are expected to continue easing slowly over the next few days.
No significant widespread rainfall is forecast over the next few days.
Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam:
No further flooding is expected along the Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Suttor River at St Anns is currently at 3.90 metres and falling, below the minor flood level (4.00 m).
The Suttor River at St Anns is expected to continue easing slowly over the next few days and remain below the minor flood level (4.00 m).
Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
No further flooding is expected in the Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Burdekin River at Burdekin Dam is currently at 2.68 metres and falling slowly, below the minor flood level (3.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Burdekin Dam is expected to continue easing slowly over the next few days and remain below the minor flood level (3.00 m).
Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam:
No further flooding is expected in the Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg is currently at 9.43 metres and falling, below the minor flood level (10.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg is expected to continue easing slowly over the next few days and remain below the minor flood level (10.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Clare is currently at 8.60 metres and falling, below the minor flood level (9.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Clare is expected to continue easing slowly over the next few days and remain below the minor flood level (9.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge is currently at 6.80 metres and falling, below the minor flood level (7.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge is expected to continue easing slowly over the next few days and remain below the minor flood level (7.00 m).
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.}
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts
Next issue:
This is a final warning, no further warnings will be issued for this event.
Latest River Heights:
Burdekin R at Mt Fullstop TM,4.16,Steady,09:00 AM MON 17/02/25
Running River at Mt Bradley TM,1.61,Steady,09:00 AM MON 17/02/25
Star R at Laroona TM,2.89,Steady,09:00 AM MON 17/02/25
Paluma Dam Alert,0.08,Steady,08:34 AM MON 17/02/25
Burdekin R at Gainsford TM,4.58,Rising,09:00 AM MON 17/02/25
Keelbottom Ck at Keelbottom TM,1.53,Steady,09:00 AM MON 17/02/25
Burdekin R at Sellheim Alert,4.50,Steady,09:58 AM MON 17/02/25
Burdekin R at Sellheim TM,4.57,Falling,09:00 AM MON 17/02/25
Alpha Ck at Rivington Alert,0.37,Steady,10:05 AM MON 17/02/25
Belyando R at Belyando Crossing TM,4.35,Steady,09:00 AM MON 17/02/25
Suttor R at St Anns Alert,3.90,Falling,08:56 AM MON 17/02/25
Suttor R at St Anns TM,3.91,Falling,09:00 AM MON 17/02/25
Cape R at Pentland TM,2.05,Steady,09:00 AM MON 17/02/25
Cape R at Taemas Alert,3.51,Falling,08:55 AM MON 17/02/25
Cape R at Taemas TM,3.50,Steady,09:00 AM MON 17/02/25
Burdekin R at Burdekin Dam Alert,2.68,Steady,09:53 AM MON 17/02/25
Burdekin R at Burdekin Dam TM,2.74,Falling,09:00 AM MON 17/02/25
Bowen R at Myuna Alert,1.32,Steady,08:46 AM MON 17/02/25
Bowen R at Myuna TM,1.29,Steady,09:00 AM MON 17/02/25
Burdekin R at Dalbeg Alert,9.43,Rising,10:06 AM MON 17/02/25
Burdekin R at Dalbeg TM,9.44,Falling,09:03 AM MON 17/02/25
Bogie R at Strathbogie Alert,1.57,Rising,09:24 AM MON 17/02/25
Burdekin R at Millaroo Alert,9.20,Falling,10:00 AM MON 17/02/25
Burdekin R at Clare Alert,8.60,Falling,09:20 AM MON 17/02/25
Burdekin R at Clare TM,8.62,Steady,09:00 AM MON 17/02/25
Burdekin R at Inkerman Br Alert,6.80,Falling,09:39 AM MON 17/02/25
Burdekin R at Rita Island Alert,-0.80,Falling,09:39 AM MON 17/02/25
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.For extended forecasts and greater detail visit weather zone°- Moderate Flood Warning For The Thomson River And Minor Flood Warning For The Lower Barcoo River And Cooper Creek
- Minor Flood Warning For The Connors-Isaac Rivers
- Major Flood Warning For The Lower Flinders River
- Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
- Final Flood Warning For The Upper Burdekin, Lower Burdekin And Suttor Rivers
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