Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Moderate Flood Warning For Eyre Creek And Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Georgina River
Issued at 12:24 PM AEST on Monday 16 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 34

MODERATE FLOODING TO CONTINUE AT GLENGYLE
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT MARION DOWNS FROM WEDNESDAY
The flood peak along the Eyre Creek has passed through Glengyle, where moderate flooding is estimated to be continuing. Creek levels at Bedourie fell below the minor flood level during Friday.
River level rises have been observed along the upper Georgina River and Bourke River in response to rainfall over the last week, which may cause minor flooding at Marion Downs from Wednesday.
Scattered showers and thunderstorms are forecast in the catchment for the next few days, with isolated moderate to heavy rainfall possible, however this is not expected to have a significant impact on current river and creek levels.

Georgina River to Marion Downs:
River levels are elevated along the Georgina River to Marion Downs. Minor flooding is possible at Marion Downs.
The Georgina River at Marion Downs was at 1.45 m around 09:00am Saturday 14 February and falling, below the minor flood level (3.00m).
The Georgina River at Marion Downs may reach around the minor flood level (3.00 m) from Wednesday.

Eyre Creek:
Moderate flooding is continuing along Eyre Creek around Glengyle. Minor flooding is estimated to be continuing along King Creek at Cluny.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is currently at 3.43 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is expected to remain below the minor flood level (3.50 m).

No current creek level observations are available for the Eyre Creek at Glengyle. The creek level is estimated to be above the moderate flood level (3.00 m) and steady.
The Eyre Creek at Glengyle is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (3.00 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 Wednesday 18 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Georgina River at Roxborough Downs Tm,3.02,steady,11:00 am Mon 16/02/26
Burke River at Boulia,2.03,steady,11:00 am Mon 16/02/26
Georgina River at Marion Downs,1.45,steady,9:00 am Sat 14/02/26
Eyre Creek at Bedourie,3.43,steady,3:00 pm Sat 14/02/26
King Creek at Cluny,2.80,steady,9:00 am Tue 10/02/26
Eyre Creek at Glengyle,3.30,steady,9:00 am Sun 15/02/26

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 Western River And Minor Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 11:07 AM AEST on Monday 16 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 43

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT WINTON FROM WEDNESDAY
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT BIRDSVILLE FROM TUESDAY
River levels remain elevated along the Diamantina River, where the main flood peak is passing through Roseberth and slowly approaching Birdsville. A flood peak around the minor flood level is possible at Birdsville from Tuesday.
Heavy rainfall has been observed across the eastern part of the Western River catchment during the weekend which has led to rapid river level rises along the upper reaches of the Western River and its tributaries. Moderate flooding may develop at Winton from Wednesday, with river levels upstream at Oondooroo similar to those observed in mid-January, with river levels still rising.
Further downstream, minor flooding is occurring along the Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes.
Areas of showers and rainfall are possible over parts of the catchment for the next few days which may cause further river level rises in some areas. This warning will be updated as required.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is currently at 3.06 m and rising, above the minor flood level (2.00 m) and above the level of the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway (2.10 m).
Western River:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Western River.
No observations are currently available for the Western River at Winton. Based on the observed data at upstream gauges, the river level at Winton is estimated to be below the minor flood level.
The Western River at Winton may reach around the moderate flood level (2.00 m) from Wednesday.

Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
Minor flooding is occurring at Roseberth. Minor flooding is possible at Birdsville.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is currently at 3.75 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station may peak near the minor flood level (4.00 m) from Tuesday.

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 12:00 PM AEST on Tuesday 17 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,3.06,rising,10:00 am Mon 16/02/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,3.14,steady,9:00 am Wed 11/02/26
Diamantina River at Roseberth Station,4.64,steady,7:05 am Mon 16/02/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,3.75,steady,9:00 am Mon 16/02/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,3.90,steady,9:55 am Mon 16/02/26

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 Flinders River And Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Cloncurry River
Issued at 07:26 AM AEST on Monday 16 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 5

MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT RICHMOND POST OFFICE
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT CLONCURRY FROM LATE MONDAY MORNING
Recent moderate rainfall over the upper Flinders and Cloncurry catchments has caused river level rises in both the upper Flinders River and Cloncurry River. Further showers and storms are forecast over the next few days, which is likely to cause further river level rises across the catchments.
Moderate flooding is estimated to be occurring along the Flinders River at Richmond Post Office on Monday morning, with further rises expected during Monday. The Cloncurry River at Cloncurry is rising and may reach around the minor flood level from late Monday morning.

Flinders River to Richmond:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Flinders River to Richmond.
No observations are currently available for the Flinders River at Richmond Post Office. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level is estimated to be above the moderate flood level and rising.
The Flinders River at Richmond Post Office may reach around 7.00 m Monday afternoon, with moderate flooding. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall and as upstream flows arrive.

Cloncurry River:
Minor flooding is possible along the Cloncurry River at Cloncurry.
The Cloncurry River at Cloncurry is currently at 2.48 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Cloncurry River at Cloncurry may reach around the minor flood level (3.00 m) from late Monday 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 16 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Flinders River at Glendower Crossing,1.16,steady,6:00 am Mon 16/02/26
Porcupine Creek at Mt Emu Plains,2.30,rising,6:00 am Mon 16/02/26
Flinders River at Punchbowl,3.55,rising,6:00 am Mon 16/02/26
Flinders River at Etta Plains,1.72,steady,6:00 am Mon 16/02/26
Julia Creek,1.54,steady,6:00 am Mon 16/02/26
Gilliat River at Wills Development Road,4.80,rising,6:00 am Mon 16/02/26
Cloncurry River at Cloncurry,2.48,rising,6:00 am Mon 16/02/26
Cloncurry River at Canobie,2.97,rising,6:00 am Mon 16/02/26
Flinders River at Walkers Bend,1.50,steady,6:00 am Mon 16/02/26

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.