Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

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Cancellation Of Severe Thunderstorm Warning

for Maranoa and Warrego and Darling Downs and Granite Belt Forecast Districts.

Issued at 6:12 pm Sunday, 8 March 2026.

Weather Situation
Thunderstorms have weakened over the far southern inland of Queensland.
cancellation of severe thunderstorm warning for the following areas:
Maranoa and Warrego and Darling Downs and Granite Belt
This warning is now cancelled.

Emergency services advise people to:
* Never drive, walk, play or ride through floodwater. It is dangerous.
* Stay away from storm water drains.
* Stay away from fallen powerlines.
* Drive slowly and never drive through floodwaters. If the road is flooded or damaged, go another way.
* For storm help, call the SES on 132 500 or download the free SES Assistance QLD app.

No further warnings will be issued for this event.
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

Cancellation Of Severe Thunderstorm Warning

for Maranoa and Warrego and Darling Downs and Granite Belt Forecast Districts.

Issued at 6:12 pm Sunday, 8 March 2026.

Weather Situation
Thunderstorms have weakened over the far southern inland of Queensland.
cancellation of severe thunderstorm warning for the following areas:
Maranoa and Warrego and Darling Downs and Granite Belt
This warning is now cancelled.

Emergency services advise people to:
* Never drive, walk, play or ride through floodwater. It is dangerous.
* Stay away from storm water drains.
* Stay away from fallen powerlines.
* Drive slowly and never drive through floodwaters. If the road is flooded or damaged, go another way.
* For storm help, call the SES on 132 500 or download the free SES Assistance QLD app.

No further warnings will be issued for this event.
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

for Wide Bay and Burnett and parts of Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders, North West, Central Highlands and Coalfields, Central West, Capricornia, Maranoa and Warrego, Darling Downs and Granite Belt and Southeast Coast Forecast Districts.

Issued at 4:59 pm Sunday, 8 March 2026.

LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL POSSIBLE IN THE CENTRAL WEST TONIGHT, WITH HEAVY RAINFALL CONTINUING IN THE SOUTHEAST.

Weather Situation
A low pressure system is currently situated south of Julia Creek and will gradually move to the southeast during Sunday and Monday. A trough extends from this low through central districts and is focusing heavy rainfall through the central interior. Meanwhile, rich tropical moisture feeding into a trough in southeastern parts of the state will see rainfall increasing during Sunday evening and continuing into Monday.
HEAVY, LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL for the following areas:
Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders, North West, Central Highlands and Coalfields, Central West, Capricornia, Wide Bay and Burnett, Maranoa and Warrego, Darling Downs and Granite Belt and Southeast Coast
FOR THE CENTRAL INTERIOR: HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is possible today, becoming more likely later tonight. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 60 and 90 mm are likely. 24-hourly rainfall totals between 100 and 130 mm are likely, with isolated totals around 180 mm possible. Locally INTENSE RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is also possible in the Central West tonight with six-hourly totals up to 150 mm.
FOR THE SOUTH EAST: HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is likely over southeastern districts today and during Monday. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 70 and 120 mm are likely, with isolated totals around 180 mm possible. 24-hourly rainfall totals between 80 and 140 mm are likely, with isolated totals around 250 mm possible.
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 Dalby, Maroochydore, Roma, Gympie, Bundaberg, Gladstone, Emerald, Longreach, Winton, Kingaroy, Hervey Bay and Biloela.
79 mm was recorded at Caroline Crossing in the 3 hours to 2:50 pm.
79 mm was recorded at Cooranga in the 6 hours to 2:15 pm.
92.8 mm was recorded at Pine Hill Crossing in the 6 hours to 12:44 pm.
99 mm was recorded at Wallumbilla in the 6 hours to 12:12 pm.
73 mm was recorded at Ularunda in the 3 hours to 11:49 am.
56 mm was recorded at Joylands in the 2 hours to 11:11 am.
71 mm was recorded at Wallumbilla in the 3 hours to 9:22 am.
85 mm was recorded at Upper Warrego in the 6 hours to 6:26 am.

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 11:00 pm AEST Sunday.
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

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Severe Weather Warning
for Heavy, Locally Intense Rainfall

for Wide Bay and Burnett and parts of Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders, North West, Central Highlands and Coalfields, Central West, Capricornia, Maranoa and Warrego, Darling Downs and Granite Belt and Southeast Coast Forecast Districts.

Issued at 4:59 pm Sunday, 8 March 2026.

LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL POSSIBLE IN THE CENTRAL WEST TONIGHT, WITH HEAVY RAINFALL CONTINUING IN THE SOUTHEAST.

Weather Situation
A low pressure system is currently situated south of Julia Creek and will gradually move to the southeast during Sunday and Monday. A trough extends from this low through central districts and is focusing heavy rainfall through the central interior. Meanwhile, rich tropical moisture feeding into a trough in southeastern parts of the state will see rainfall increasing during Sunday evening and continuing into Monday.
HEAVY, LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL for the following areas:
Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders, North West, Central Highlands and Coalfields, Central West, Capricornia, Wide Bay and Burnett, Maranoa and Warrego, Darling Downs and Granite Belt and Southeast Coast
FOR THE CENTRAL INTERIOR: HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is possible today, becoming more likely later tonight. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 60 and 90 mm are likely. 24-hourly rainfall totals between 100 and 130 mm are likely, with isolated totals around 180 mm possible. Locally INTENSE RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is also possible in the Central West tonight with six-hourly totals up to 150 mm.
FOR THE SOUTH EAST: HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is likely over southeastern districts today and during Monday. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 70 and 120 mm are likely, with isolated totals around 180 mm possible. 24-hourly rainfall totals between 80 and 140 mm are likely, with isolated totals around 250 mm possible.
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 Dalby, Maroochydore, Roma, Gympie, Bundaberg, Gladstone, Emerald, Longreach, Winton, Kingaroy, Hervey Bay and Biloela.
79 mm was recorded at Caroline Crossing in the 3 hours to 2:50 pm.
79 mm was recorded at Cooranga in the 6 hours to 2:15 pm.
92.8 mm was recorded at Pine Hill Crossing in the 6 hours to 12:44 pm.
99 mm was recorded at Wallumbilla in the 6 hours to 12:12 pm.
73 mm was recorded at Ularunda in the 3 hours to 11:49 am.
56 mm was recorded at Joylands in the 2 hours to 11:11 am.
71 mm was recorded at Wallumbilla in the 3 hours to 9:22 am.
85 mm was recorded at Upper Warrego in the 6 hours to 6:26 am.

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 11:00 pm AEST Sunday.
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

Marine Wind Warning Summary for Queensland

Issued at 03:52 PM EST on Sunday 08 March 2026
for the period until midnight EST Monday 09 March 2026

Wind Warnings for Sunday 08 March
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Sunshine Coast Waters, Moreton Bay and Gold Coast Waters

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

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

Moderate Flood Warning For The Connors And Isaac Rivers And Minor Flood Warning For The Dawson River
Issued at 02:53 PM AEST on Sunday 08 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 2

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT YATTON FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT TAROOM AND THEODORE WEIR FROM MONDAY EVENING
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 Sunday and 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 and Theodore Weir from Monday evening. Along the Isaac River minor flooding may develop at Yatton overnight Sunday into Monday with moderate flooding possible from Monday afternoon.
Further rainfall is forecast for the remainder of the Sunday and into the new week. 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 0.85 m and steady, 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 6.08 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.

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 4.09 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Isaac River at Yatton may exceed the minor flood level (7.50 m) overnight Sunday into Monday. The river may exceed 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,1.81,steady,2:19 pm Sun 08/03/26
Dawson River at Tarana Crossing,2.09,rising,2:39 pm Sun 08/03/26
Juandah Creek at Windamere,0.78,steady,2:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Dawson River at Taroom,0.85,steady,2:16 pm Sun 08/03/26
Dawson River at Gyranda Weir,0.07,steady,1:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Dawson River at Theodore Weir,6.08,steady,1:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Dawson River at Moura Weir,0.05,steady,1:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Mimosa Creek at Karamea,1.46,steady,1:06 pm Sun 08/03/26
Dawson River at Baralaba TW,1.77,steady,1:28 pm Sun 08/03/26
Kroombit Creek at Kroombit Dam HG,-11.85,steady,1:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Kroombit Creek at Biloela,0.00,steady,2:02 pm Sun 08/03/26
Callide Creek at Callide Dam HG,-14.06,steady,1:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Callide Creek at Jambin,0.00,steady,12:33 pm Sun 08/03/26
Callide Creek at Goovigen,0.65,steady,2:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Don River at Rannes,1.86,steady,1:21 pm Sun 08/03/26
Dawson River at Knebworth,2.18,steady,1:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Arcadia Creek at Arcadia Valley School,0.60,steady,2:13 pm Sun 08/03/26
Comet River at The Lake,1.12,steady,2:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Comet River at Comet Weir,1.26,steady,2:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Nogoa River at Raymond,1.05,steady,1:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Nogoa River at Craigmore,0.98,steady,2:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Nogoa River at Fairbairn Dam,-8.55,steady,1:43 pm Sun 08/03/26
Nogoa River at Emerald,3.31,steady,2:30 pm Sun 08/03/26
Theresa Creek at Gregory Highway,0.46,steady,2:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Isaac River at Fitzroy Developmental Rd Bridge,0.00,steady,1:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Connors River at Pink Lagoon,6.50,rising,2:20 pm Sun 08/03/26
Isaac River at Yatton,4.09,steady,2:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Mackenzie River at Bedford Weir TW,1.62,steady,11:00 am Sun 08/03/26
Mackenzie River at Bingegang TW,1.19,steady,1:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Mackenzie River at Bingegang Weir HG,7.50,steady,1:38 pm Sun 08/03/26
Mackenzie River at Tartrus,6.12,steady,1:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Fitzroy River at Riverslea,13.29,steady,2:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Connor Creek at Port Alma Tide,2.97,falling,2:34 pm Sun 08/03/26

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 Upper Brisbane River
Issued at 09:29 AM AEST on Sunday 08 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 2

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT WOODFORD AND GREGOR CREEK FROM OVERNIGHT SUNDAY
Moderate to heavy rainfall is forecast across the Upper Brisbane and Stanley catchments during Sunday and into Monday. With forecast rainfall, moderate flooding may occur along the Stanley River at Woodford and along the Upper Brisbane River at Gregor Creek early from overnight Sunday into Monday.
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.

Stanley River to Somerset Dam:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Stanley River at Woodford.
The Stanley River at Woodford is currently at 2.55 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Stanley River at Woodford may exceed the minor flood level (5.00 m) Sunday afternoon. The river may reach around the moderate flood level (6.10 m) overnight Sunday into Monday.

Brisbane River to Wivenhoe Dam:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Upper Brisbane River at Gregor Creek.
The Brisbane River at Gregor Creek is currently at 0.94 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Brisbane River at Gregor Creek may exceed the minor flood level (3.50 m) overnight Sunday into Monday. The river may reach around the moderate flood level (4.50 m) early Monday morning.

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 10:00 AM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Stanley River at Peachester,2.59,falling,8:20 am Sun 08/03/26
Stanley River at Woodford,2.55,rising,8:00 am Sun 08/03/26
Kilcoy Creek at Kilocy Weir (DS),0.82,steady,8:00 am Sun 08/03/26
Stanley River at Somerset Dam,96.83,steady,7:00 am Sun 08/03/26
Cooyar Creek,0.77,steady,8:20 am Sun 08/03/26
Brisbane River at Devon Hills,0.74,steady,7:06 am Sun 08/03/26
Emu Creek at Boat Mountain,0.17,steady,8:00 am Sun 08/03/26
Maronghi Creek at Glendale,1.09,steady,8:00 am Sun 08/03/26
Brisbane River at Gregor Creek,0.94,steady,8:55 am Sun 08/03/26
Cressbrook Creek at Cressbrook Dam,275.92,steady,8:30 am Sun 08/03/26
Cressbrook Creek at Rosentreters Bridge,1.17,steady,8:00 am Sun 08/03/26
Brisbane River at Wivenhoe Dam HG,64.24,steady,8:50 am Sun 08/03/26

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.