Forecast

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 11:38 AM AEST on Tuesday 20 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 28

MODERATE FLOODING EXPECTED TO BE EASING AT WINTON
FLOODING CONTINUING AT DIAMANTINA LAKES
MINOR FLOODING LIKELY AT BIRDSVILLE FROM EARLY NEXT WEEK
Widespread heavy rainfall late last week has caused river level rises and flooding across the Diamantina River catchment and its upper tributaries, including the Western River catchment. An earlier flood peak is continuing to move downstream along the Diamantina River.
The river level along the Western River at Winton is around the moderate flood level and easing slowly. Further downstream, moderate flooding is continuing along the Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes. River levels remain above the causeway and are easing slowly as the flood peak continues to move downstream.
River levels along the lower Diamantina River are expected to rise as floodwaters continue to move slowly through the catchment. Minor flooding is likely to occur at Birdsville from early next week.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is at 5.19 m and falling slowly, above the level of the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway (2.10 m).
Western River:
Minor flooding is expected to be continuing along the Western River at Winton.
The Western River at Winton is currently at 2.00 m and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Western River at Winton is expected to fall below the moderate flood level (2.00 m) Tuesday afternoon.

Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
River level rises are occurring along the lower Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes. Moderate flooding is occurring at Monkira.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is currently at 1.75 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is likely to exceed the minor flood level (4.00 m) from early next week. Forecast will be refined when 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 12:00 PM AEST on Wednesday 21 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,1.99,steady,11:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Western River at Winton,2.00,steady,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,2.10,steady,5:50 am Tue 20/01/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,5.19,steady,11:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,4.00,steady,9:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,1.75,steady,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,2.08,steady,9:55 am Tue 20/01/26

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 Flinders River
Issued at 11:34 AM AEST on Tuesday 20 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 41

MAJOR FLOODING EXPECTED TO CONTINUE FALLING SLOWLY AT WALKERS BEND
Moderate rainfall which occurred early last week has caused renewed river level rises along the upper Flinders River, with a flood peak now downstream of Richmond.
Further downstream along the lower Flinders River at Walkers Bend, major flooding is expected to continue falling slowly following a major flood peak earlier this month.
Isolated showers and possible thunderstorms are forecast over the next few days, but are not expected to contribute to any significant river level rises.

Flinders River downstream of Richmond:
Major flooding is expected to be continuing along the Flinders River downstream of Richmond.
River level observations are unavailable for the Flinders River at Walkers Bend. The river level is expected to be above the major flood level (8.00 m) and falling slowly.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is expected to remain above the major flood level 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:
The next warning will be issued by 01:00 PM AEST on Wednesday 21 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Flinders River at Glendower Crossing,0.88,steady,11:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Porcupine Creek at Mt Emu Plains,1.76,steady,11:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Flinders River at Punchbowl,6.33,steady,11:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Flinders River at Etta Plains,6.83,steady,11:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Julia Creek,2.06,steady,11:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Gilliat River at Wills Development Road,7.35,steady,11:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Cloncurry River at Cloncurry,1.39,steady,11:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Cloncurry River at Canobie,7.45,steady,11:00 am Tue 20/01/26

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-Isaac And Fitzroy Rivers, Minor Flood Warning For The Mackenzie River And Flood Warning For The Nogoa River
Issued at 11:08 AM AEST on Tuesday 20 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 30

MODERATE FLOODING EXPECTED TO BE OCCURRING AT YAAMBA AND POSSIBLE AT ROCKHAMPTON FROM THURSDAY MORNING
MODERATE FLOODING EXPECTED TO CONTINUE AT YATTON
RENEWED MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT TARTRUS
Multiple flood peaks are currently moving through the Fitzroy River catchment. The main flood peak is along the Fitzroy River approaching The Gap. The second peak along the Mackenzie River is currently between Bingegang Weir and Tartrus. This peak may cause renewed river level rises and minor flooding along the Mackenzie River at Tartrus. Along the Connors-Isaac River, renewed river level rises are occurring at Yatton following recent rainfall in the upper catchment.
River level rises along the Fitzroy River are expected to continue over the next few days as flows arrive from the Mackenzie River. Moderate flooding is expected to be occurring at Yaamba. Rockhampton is likely to exceed the minor flood level Tuesday afternoon and may peak near the moderate flood level from Thursday morning. Significant uncertainties remain regarding peak water levels along the lower Fitzroy River and peak forecasts and timings will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.
Showers and thunderstorms are possible over the next few days, which may cause renewed river level rises in parts of the catchment, but are not expected to significantly impact river levels along the Fitzroy River.

Nogoa River:
River levels are easing, but remain elevated along Theresa Creek and the Nogoa River.
Connors and Isaac Rivers:
Minor flooding is easing at Pink Lagoon. Downstream, moderate flooding is occurring at Yatton.
The Isaac River at Yatton is currently at 12.96 m and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Isaac River at Yatton is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (9.50 m) for the next few days. Small renewed river level rises are occurring as upstream flows arrive.

Mackenzie River:
Moderate flooding is easing at Coolmaringa. River levels remain elevated on the Mackenzie River.
The Mackenzie River at Tartrus is currently at 10.17 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
Renewed river level rises to the minor flood level (11.00 m) are possible from Wednesday as upstream flows arrive.

Fitzroy River:
Moderate flooding is expected to be occurring at Yaamba and may develop at Rockhampton. Minor flooding is occurring at Riverslea and moderate flooding is occurring at Wattlebank.
No observations are currently available for the Fitzroy River at Yaamba. Based on the upstream gauge at Wattlebank, the river level is expected to be above the moderate flood level and rising.
The Fitzroy River at Yaamba is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (12.00 m) for the next few days. The river may peak near 14.00 m Wednesday morning, with moderate flooding. Peak forecasts will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.

As at 8:58 am Tuesday, the Fitzroy River at Rockhampton was at 6.70 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Fitzroy River at Rockhampton may exceed the minor flood level (7.00 m) Tuesday afternoon. A moderate flood peak near 7.50 m may develop from Thursday morning. 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 04:30 PM AEST on Tuesday 20 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Dawson River at Knebworth,5.75,falling,9:53 am Tue 20/01/26
Arcadia Creek at Arcadia Valley School,0.20,steady,5:12 am Tue 20/01/26
Comet River at The Lake,4.48,rising,10:15 am Tue 20/01/26
Comet River at Comet Weir,1.46,steady,10:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Nogoa River at Raymond,2.85,steady,10:28 am Tue 20/01/26
Nogoa River at Craigmore,4.76,falling,10:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Nogoa River at Fairbairn Dam,-8.81,steady,9:08 am Tue 20/01/26
Nogoa River at Emerald,3.31,steady,8:30 am Tue 20/01/26
Theresa Creek at Gregory Highway,4.11,falling,10:57 am Tue 20/01/26
Isaac River at Fitzroy Developmental Rd Bridge,2.50,rising,10:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Connors River at Pink Lagoon,8.09,falling,10:20 am Tue 20/01/26
Isaac River at Yatton,12.96,falling,10:25 am Tue 20/01/26
Mackenzie River at Bedford Weir TW,7.75,rising,9:38 am Tue 20/01/26
Mackenzie River at Bingegang TW,7.14,steady,10:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Mackenzie River at Bingegang Weir HG,9.00,steady,10:40 am Tue 20/01/26
Mackenzie River at Tartrus,10.17,falling,9:48 am Tue 20/01/26
Fitzroy River at Riverslea,19.81,falling,10:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Fitzroy River at Rockhampton,6.70,steady,8:58 am Tue 20/01/26
Connor Creek at Port Alma Tide,5.40,rising,10:40 am Tue 20/01/26

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 Suttor River
Issued at 10:15 AM AEST on Tuesday 20 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 17

MODERATE FLOODING MAY CONTINUE AT ST ANNS INTO WEDNESDAY
Moderate to heavy rainfall was observed across parts of the Burdekin River catchment during the last week, with particularly heavy falls over parts of the Belyando and Suttor River catchments. Moderate flooding may continue along the Suttor River at St Anns for the remainder of Tuesday and into Wednesday.
A chance of showers and thunderstorms is forecast across parts of the Burdekin River catchment over the next few days. This rainfall is not expected to cause significant additional river level rises.

Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Suttor River at St Anns.
The Suttor River at St Anns is currently at 6.93 m and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Suttor River at St Anns may remain above the moderate flood level (6.50 m) for the remainder of Tuesday and into Wednesday as upstream flows arrive.

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 11:00 AM AEST on Wednesday 21 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Burdekin River at Mt Fullstop,2.90,steady,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Paluma Dam,-0.38,steady,8:41 am Tue 20/01/26
Running River at Mt Bradley,1.30,steady,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Star River at Laroona,2.23,steady,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Burdekin River at Gainsford,3.45,steady,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Keelbottom Creek at Keelbottom,1.36,steady,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Burdekin River at Sellheim,2.80,steady,10:01 am Tue 20/01/26
Alpha Creek at Rivington,0.57,steady,9:57 am Tue 20/01/26
Belyando River at Albro Station,6.40,steady,6:35 am Tue 20/01/26
Belyando River at Belyando Crossing,6.73,steady,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Suttor River at St Anns,6.93,steady,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Cape River at Pentland,2.23,steady,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Cape River at Taemas,3.76,falling,9:01 am Tue 20/01/26
Burdekin Dam,2.13,steady,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Bowen River at Myuna,1.74,steady,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Burdekin River at Dalbeg,7.48,rising,9:43 am Tue 20/01/26
Bogie River at Strathbogie,1.82,steady,7:50 am Tue 20/01/26
Burdekin River at Millaroo,7.55,steady,9:50 am Tue 20/01/26
Burdekin River at Clare,7.10,steady,9:48 am Tue 20/01/26
Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge,5.40,steady,9:12 am Tue 20/01/26
Burdekin River at Rita Island,-1.75,steady,8:35 am Tue 20/01/26
Burdekin River at Groper Creek,1.74,rising,10:02 am Tue 20/01/26

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 Thomson River And Minor Flood Warning For Jordan Creek And Alice And Barcoo Rivers
Issued at 01:06 PM AEST on Monday 19 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 22

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT STONEHENGE FROM TUESDAY AND AT JUNDAH FROM WEDNESDAY
RENEWED MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT CAMOOLA PARK LATE MONDAY AND LONGREACH FROM WEDNESDAY, AND IS ONGOING AT JERICHO AND BARCALDINE
Along the Thomson River the main flood peak is between Bogewong and Stonehenge. This peak may result in moderate flooding downstream at Stonehenge from Tuesday and at Jundah from Wednesday. Further upstream, another peak is around Muttaburra and may result in minor flooding at Camoola Park from late Monday and Longreach from around Wednesday.
The main flood peak along Jordan Creek has passed into the Alice River. Minor flooding is slowly easing at Jericho and at Barcaldine.
Further areas of rainfall and showers are forecast over parts of the catchment over the next few days which may contribute to additional river level rises. The situation is being monitored and the warning will be updated as required.

Thomson River:
Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is possible along the Thomson River and its tributaries.
There are no recent observations available for the Thomson River at Camoola Park, however, the river level is expected to be below the minor flood level (2.00 m) and rising slowly.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park may exceed the minor flood level (2.00 m) late Monday. Further rises are likely as upstream flows arrive.

The Thomson River at Longreach is currently at 2.94 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Thomson River at Longreach is likely to remain below the minor flood level (3.30 m) for the next few days. The river may reach around the minor flood level (3.30 m) from Wednesday. Further rises are likely as upstream flows arrive.

The Thomson River at Stonehenge is currently at 2.50 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge may reach around the moderate flood level (3.00 m) from Tuesday. Further rises are likely as upstream flows arrive.

The Thomson River at Jundah is currently at 1.88 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Thomson River at Jundah may exceed the minor flood level (2.50 m) during Tuesday. The river may reach around the moderate flood level (4.00 m) from Wednesday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Barcoo River to Isisford:
Minor flooding is easing along the Jordan Creek and Alice River.
No observations are currently available for the Jordan Creek at Jericho. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level at Jericho is estimated to be around the minor flood level and steady.
The Jordan Creek at Jericho is likely to remain around the minor flood level (2.00 m) for the next few days.

No observations are currently available for the Alice River at Barcaldine. Based on nearby automatic gauges, it is likely that the river level is around the minor flood level and falling.
The Alice River at Barcaldine is likely to remain around the minor flood level (3.00 m) into Tuesday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

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 20 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,3.67,steady,12:00 pm Mon 19/01/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,3.03,rising,12:00 pm Mon 19/01/26
Thomson River at Longreach,2.94,steady,12:00 pm Mon 19/01/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,4.51,steady,12:00 pm Mon 19/01/26
Thomson River at Stonehenge,2.50,steady,6:20 am Mon 19/01/26
Thomson River at Jundah,1.88,steady,6:01 am Mon 19/01/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,0.90,steady,2:59 pm Sun 18/01/26
Jordan Creek at Jericho,2.30,falling,11:51 am Mon 19/01/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,5.99,steady,12:00 pm Mon 19/01/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,1.28,steady,12:00 pm Mon 19/01/26

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.