Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Minor Flood Warning For The Isaac River
Issued at 12:39 PM AEST on Tuesday 24 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 12

MINOR FLOODING CONTINUES TO EASE ALONG THE ISAAC RIVER AT YATTON
Minor flooding is occurring along Isaac River at Yatton where river levels have fallen below the moderate flood level and are continuing to ease slowly.
No significant rainfall is forecast across the catchment for the next few days.

Connors and Isaac Rivers:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Isaac River at Yatton.
The Isaac River at Yatton is currently at 9.46 m and falling, with minor flooding.
The Isaac River at Yatton may fall below the minor flood level (7.50 m) during Wednesday 25 February.

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 25 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Dawson River at Utopia Downs,1.35,steady,12:00 pm Tue 24/02/26
Dawson River at Tarana Crossing,0.94,steady,12:09 pm Tue 24/02/26
Juandah Creek at Windamere,0.78,steady,12:00 pm Tue 24/02/26
Dawson River at Taroom,1.20,steady,12:00 pm Tue 24/02/26
Dawson River at Gyranda Weir,0.19,steady,11:00 am Tue 24/02/26
Dawson River at Theodore Weir,6.34,steady,11:00 am Tue 24/02/26
Dawson River at Moura Weir,0.28,steady,11:00 am Tue 24/02/26
Mimosa Creek at Karamea,1.36,steady,10:22 am Tue 24/02/26
Dawson River at Baralaba TW,2.52,steady,12:00 pm Tue 24/02/26
Dawson River at Knebworth,3.72,steady,11:38 am Tue 24/02/26
Isaac River at Fitzroy Developmental Rd Bridge,0.90,falling,12:00 pm Tue 24/02/26
Connors River at Pink Lagoon,4.93,falling,12:00 pm Tue 24/02/26
Isaac River at Yatton,9.35,falling,12:15 pm Tue 24/02/26

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 Bulloo River
Issued at 11:14 AM AEST on Tuesday 24 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 12

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT THARGOMINDAH AND MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING
Moderate rainfall has been recorded across the Bulloo River downstream of Quilpie since Monday morning. Minor flooding is occurring at Thargomindah, and the river level may exceed the moderate flood level on Wednesday morning.
Further showers and storms are forecast over the next few days, which may result in further river level rises along the Bulloo River.

Bulloo River downstream of Quilpie:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Bulloo River downstream of Quilpie. Minor flooding is occurring at Thargomindah and Autumnvale.
The Bulloo River at Thargomindah is currently at 4.00 m and rising, with minor flooding (4.00 m).
The Bulloo River at Thargomindah may exceed the moderate flood level (4.50 m) from Wednesday morning. The river may reach around 5.20 m during Thursday, with moderate flooding. 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 12:00 PM AEST on Wednesday 25 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Bulloo River at Quilpie,1.77,steady,10:00 am Tue 24/02/26
Bulloo River at Autumnvale,5.25,steady,10:00 am Tue 24/02/26
Bulloo River at Thargomindah,4.00,steady,6:20 am Tue 24/02/26

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

Major Flood Warning For The Cape River And Minor Flood Warning For The Suttor And Burdekin Rivers
Issued at 10:57 AM AEST on Tuesday 24 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 13

RENEWED MAJOR FLOODING LIKELY AT TAEMAS FROM OVERNIGHT TUESDAY
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT ST ANNS, BURDEKIN FALLS DAM, DALBEG, CLARE AND INKERMAN BRIDGE (BURDEKIN BRIDGE)
Moderate to heavy rainfall since last week has caused river level rises and flooding along the Cape, Belyando, Suttor and Burdekin Rivers.
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Cape River at Taemas following a major flood peak on Sunday afternoon. Renewed major flooding is likely at Taemas from overnight Tuesday.
Along the Suttor River at St Anns, river levels are approaching a minor flood peak. As these flows continue to move downstream, minor flooding is occurring at Burdekin Falls Dam, Dalbeg, Clare, and Inkerman Bridge (Burdekin Bridge). Forecasts will be updated as upstream peaks are observed.
Further showers and thunderstorms are forecast across the catchment over the next few days, which may cause additional river level rises across the Burdekin River catchment. The situation is being monitored, and this warning will be updated as required.

Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Suttor River at St Anns.
The Suttor River at St Anns is currently at 5.74 m and near its peak, with minor flooding.
The Suttor River at St Anns is likely to remain above the minor flood level (4.00 m) during the remainder of Tuesday and Wednesday.

Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Renewed major flooding is likely along the Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam at Taemas.
The Cape River at Taemas is currently at 7.46 m and falling, with moderate flooding.
Renewed rises are likely along the Cape River at Taemas. The river level is likely to exceed the major flood level (8.00 m) from overnight Tuesday into Wednesday.

Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Burdekin river at Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Burdekin Dam is currently at 3.84 m and rising slowly, with minor flooding.
The Burdekin Dam may peak near 3.90 m during Tuesday afternoon, with minor flooding. The water level may remain above the minor flood level (3.00 m) for the remainder of Tuesday and Wednesday.

Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg is currently at 11.48 m and rising slowly, with minor flooding.
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg may peak near 12.00 m Tuesday evening, with minor flooding. The river is likely to remain above the minor flood level (10.00 m) during Wednesday.

The Burdekin River at Clare is currently at 9.80 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Burdekin River at Clare may peak near 10.45 m early Wednesday morning, with minor flooding. The river may remain above the minor flood level (9.00 m) during Wednesday.

The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge (Burdekin Bridge) is currently at 7.30 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge may peak near 8.00 m during Wednesday, with minor flooding.

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 25 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Suttor River at St Anns,5.74,steady,10:00 am Tue 24/02/26
Cape River at Pentland,4.15,rising,10:25 am Tue 24/02/26
Cape River at Taemas,7.46,falling,10:27 am Tue 24/02/26
Burdekin Dam,3.84,rising,9:00 am Tue 24/02/26
Burdekin River at Dalbeg,11.48,rising,9:40 am Tue 24/02/26
Burdekin River at Clare,9.80,rising,10:05 am Tue 24/02/26
Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge,7.30,rising,9:47 am Tue 24/02/26

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 Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 11:18 AM AEST on Monday 23 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 52

RENEWED RISES TO NEAR MODERATE LEVELS POSSIBLE AT WINTON FROM OVERNIGHT MONDAY INTO TUESDAY
Along the Western River at Winton, river levels have continued to fall and are now just around the minor flood level. Multiple renewed rises are expected following recent rainfall. Renewed rises to near the moderate flood level are possible from overnight Monday into Tuesday as upstream floodwaters arrive.
Along the Diamantina River, river levels are above the moderate flood level and rising at Diamantina Lakes. A below minor flood peak has passed Birdsville, however renewed river level rises are likely from next week with the combination of upstream flood waters arriving and locally heavy rainfall.
Showers and storms are likely 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.
A Severe Weather Warning is current for Heavy Rainfall in the far lower reaches of the catchment, including Birdsville.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is currently at 4.21 m and rising, above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) and well above the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway level (2.10 m).
Western River:
Renewed moderate flooding is possible along the Western River at Winton.
The Western River at Winton is currently at 1.50 m and steady, with minor flooding.
Renewed river level rises are possible and the Western River at Winton may reach around the moderate flood level (2.00 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday.

Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
Minor flooding is occurring at Monkira. River level rises are expected along the Diamantina River downstream as upstream flows arrive, and with forecast locally heavy rainfall.

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 24 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,4.81,steady,10:00 am Mon 23/02/26
Western River at Winton,1.50,steady,9:00 am Mon 23/02/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,2.60,steady,5:50 am Mon 23/02/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,4.24,steady,10:00 am Mon 23/02/26
Diamantina River at Roseberth Station,4.45,steady,7:15 am Mon 23/02/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,3.35,steady,9:00 am Mon 23/02/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,3.87,steady,9:55 am Mon 23/02/26

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 Thomson River And Cooper Creek And Minor Flood Warning For The Barcoo River
Issued at 12:14 PM AEST on Sunday 22 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 51

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT CAMOOLA PARK, LONGREACH, STONEHENGE AND WINDORAH
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT RETREAT AND ISISFORD AND POSSIBLE AT JUNDAH FROM SUNDAY EVENING
Moderate to heavy rainfall during the last few days over the Thomson River catchment has led to river level rises between Camoola Park and Stonehenge. Minor flooding is occurring at Camoola Park, with moderate flooding possible from Sunday afternoon as upstream flows arrive. Further downstream, minor flooding is occurring at Longreach and Stonehenge, and possible at Jundah from Sunday evening. As upstream flows arrive, moderate flooding is possible at Stonehenge from Monday and at Longreach from Tuesday.
Along the Barcoo River, minor flooding is occurring at Isisford. Further downstream, minor flooding is continuing at Retreat, where renewed rises are possible over the next week as upstream flows arrive.
Along the Cooper Creek, minor flooding is occurring at Windorah (Main Channel), with moderate flooding possible from late Sunday as upstream flows arrive.
Peak forecasts will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.
Further rainfall and showers are possible over parts of the catchment for the next few days. This warning will be updated as required.
A Severe Weather Warning is current for Heavy Rainfall in the far lower reaches of the Cooper Creek catchment.

Thomson River:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Thomson River at Camoola Park, Longreach and Stonehenge. Minor flooding is occurring at Bogewong, and is likely at Jundah.
No observations are currently available for the Thomson River at Camoola Park. The river level at Camoola Park was recorded at 3.60 m around 6:00 am on Saturday and rising, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park may reach around the moderate flood level (4.00 m) Sunday afternoon. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

The Thomson River at Longreach is currently at 3.76 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Longreach may reach around the moderate flood level (4.30 m) from Tuesday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

No observations are currently available for the Thomson River at Stonehenge. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, it is estimated that the Thomson River at Stonehenge is above the minor flood level and rising.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge may reach around the moderate flood level (3.00 m) from Monday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

The Thomson River at Jundah is currently at 2.21 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Thomson River at Jundah may reach around the minor flood level (2.50 m) Sunday evening. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Barcoo River to Isisford:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Barcoo River upstream of Isisford.
The Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office is currently at 4.18 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office is likely to remain above the minor flood level (4.00 m) for the remainder of Sunday and into Monday.

Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Barcoo River.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is currently at 2.67 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is likely to remain above the minor flood level (2.14 m) for the remainder of Sunday and into Monday. Renewed rises are likely as upstream flows arrive.

Cooper Creek:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Cooper Creek at Windorah (Main Channel).
The Cooper Creek at Windorah (Main Channel) is currently at 3.90 m and falling, with minor flooding.
Renewed creek level rises are likely along the Cooper Creek at Windorah (Main Channel), where moderate flooding (4.57 m) is possible from late Sunday. Higher levels 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 Monday 23 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,4.51,steady,11:00 am Sun 22/02/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,4.37,steady,12:00 pm Sun 22/02/26
Thomson River at Camoola Park,3.60,rising,6:00 am Sat 21/02/26
Thomson River at Longreach,3.76,rising,11:00 am Sun 22/02/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,4.01,steady,12:00 pm Sun 22/02/26
Thomson River at Jundah,2.21,rising,9:00 am Sun 22/02/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,0.90,steady,2:56 am Fri 20/02/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,4.84,steady,11:00 am Sun 22/02/26
Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office,4.18,rising,6:00 am Sun 22/02/26
Barcoo River at Glenlock,3.15,steady,9:00 am Sun 22/02/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,2.67,steady,11:00 am Sun 22/02/26
Cooper Creek at Windorah,3.90,falling,7:00 am Sun 22/02/26

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.