Forecast

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 07:22 PM AEST on Sunday 22 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 11

MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT SELLHEIM (MACROSSAN BRIDGE) OVERNIGHT SUNDAY INTO MONDAY
MAJOR FLOODING TO CONTINUE AT TAEMAS INTO MONDAY
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT ST ANNS AND AT BURDEKIN FALLS DAM, AND LIKELY AT DALBEG, CLARE AND INKERMAN BRIDGE (BURDEKIN BRIDGE) FROM SUNDAY EVENING ONWARDS
Moderate to heavy rainfall during the last few days has caused river level rises along the Cape, Belyando, Suttor and Burdekin Rivers.
Along the upper Burdekin, minor flooding is possible at Sellheim (Macrossan Bridge) overnight Sunday into Monday, as flows arrive from the upper Burdekin River at Gainsford and the Star River at Laroona.
Major flooding is expected to continue along the Cape River at Taemas for the remainder of Sunday and Monday, while a minor flood peak is likely from around Monday at St Anns along the Suttor River. As these flows move downstream, minor flooding is occurring at Burdekin Falls Dam, and is possible at Dalbeg, Clare and Inkerman Bridge (Burdekin Bridge) from Sunday evening onwards. Forecasts will be refined 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 at St Anns.
The Suttor River at St Anns is currently at 5.05 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Suttor River at St Anns may remain above the minor flood level (4.00 m) for the next few days, with a minor peak likely from Monday.

Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Major flooding is occurring at Taemas.
The Cape River at Taemas is currently at 9.71 m and steady, with major flooding.
The Cape River at Taemas is expected to remain above the major flood level (8.00 m) for the remainder of Sunday and Monday.

Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Minor flooding is occurring at Burdekin Falls Dam and possible at Sellheim (Macrossan Bridge).
The Burdekin River at Sellheim (Macrossan Bridge) is currently at 10.50 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Sellheim may peak near the minor flood level (12.00 m) overnight Sunday into Monday, with minor flooding.

The Burdekin Dam is currently at 3.09 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Burdekin Dam may reach around 3.50 m from Monday, with minor flooding. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam:
Minor flooding is likely downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg is currently at 9.78 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg may exceed the minor flood level (10.00 m) from Sunday evening. The river may reach around 12.00 m from Monday, with minor flooding.

The Burdekin River at Clare is currently at 8.65 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Clare may exceed the minor flood level (9.00 m) from Sunday evening. The river may reach around 9.50 m from Monday, with minor flooding. Further rises are possible.

The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge (Burdekin Bridge) is currently at 6.45 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge (Burdekin Bridge) may exceed the minor flood level (7.00 m) from Sunday evening. The river may reach around 7.50 m from overnight Monday into Tuesday, with minor flooding. Further rises are possible.

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 Monday 23 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Suttor River at St Anns,5.05,rising,6:00 pm Sun 22/02/26
Cape River at Pentland,2.62,falling,6:05 pm Sun 22/02/26
Cape River at Taemas,9.71,steady,4:27 pm Sun 22/02/26
Burdekin Dam,3.10,steady,7:00 pm Sun 22/02/26
Burdekin River at Dalbeg,9.83,steady,7:12 pm Sun 22/02/26
Burdekin River at Clare,8.65,steady,5:10 pm Sun 22/02/26
Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge,6.45,steady,5:34 pm 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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Moderate Flood Warning For The Western River And Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 03:05 PM AEST on Sunday 22 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 51

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WINTON WITH RENEWED RISES TO NEAR MODERATE LEVELS POSSIBLE
Along the Western River at Winton, river levels have fallen and are now just above the minor flood level. Renewed rises to near the moderate flood level are possible from Monday with the combination of forecast rainfall and the arrival of upstream flood waters.
Along the Diamantina River, river levels are around 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 4.01 m and rising, just above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) and above the level of the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway (2.10 m).
Western River:
Renewed moderate flooding is possible along the Western River at Winton.
The Western River at Winton is currently at 1.60 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) from Monday.

Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
Minor flooding is occurring at Roseberth and Monkira. River level rises are expected further 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 Monday 23 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,3.40,rising,2:00 pm Sun 22/02/26
Western River at Winton,1.60,steady,11:30 am Sun 22/02/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,2.80,steady,5:50 am Sun 22/02/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,4.01,steady,2:00 pm Sun 22/02/26
Diamantina River at Roseberth Station,4.50,steady,7:25 am Sun 22/02/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,3.40,steady,9:00 am Sat 21/02/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,3.88,steady,1:55 pm 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.

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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Minor Flood Warning For The Herbert River
Issued at 10:28 AM AEST on Sunday 22 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 11

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT GLENEAGLE HOMESTEAD
MINOR FLOODING LIKELY AT ABERGOWRIE BRIDGE LATE SUNDAY MORNING
Rainfall over the past couple of days has resulted in renewed minor flooding at Gleneagle Homestead. Further rainfall during Saturday has resulted in renewed rises at Abergowrie Bridge where minor flooding is likely late Sunday morning.
Showers and thunderstorms are forecast across the catchment for the remainder of Sunday and into Monday, which may lead to additional river level rises across the catchment. The situation is being monitored, and this warning will be updated as required.

Herbert River to Nash's Crossing:
Minor flooding is occurring at Gleneagle Homestead.
No observations are currently available for the Herbert River at Gleneagle Homestead. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level is estimated to be above the minor flood level and rising.
The Herbert River at Gleneagle Homestead is likely to remain above the minor flood level (4.50 m) for the remainder of Sunday and into Monday.

Herbert River downstream of Nash's Crossing:
Minor flooding is likely at Abergowrie Bridge.
The Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge is currently at 5.92 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge is likely to reach around the minor flood level (6.00 m) late Sunday morning. The river may remain around the minor flood level (6.00 m) for the remainder of Sunday and into Monday.

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 Monday 23 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Wild River at Silver Valley,3.41,falling,9:00 am Sun 22/02/26
Rudd Creek at Gunnawarra,7.12,falling,9:00 am Sun 22/02/26
Herbert River at Gleneagle,5.89,rising,9:00 am Sun 22/02/26
Blencoe Creek at Blencoe Falls,3.86,steady,9:00 am Sun 22/02/26
Herbert River at Nash's Crossing,3.95,steady,8:58 am Sun 22/02/26
Herbert River at Zattas,3.75,falling,10:14 am Sun 22/02/26
Herbert River at Abergowrie,5.48,steady,9:05 am Sun 22/02/26
Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge,5.92,rising,9:29 am Sun 22/02/26
Stone River at Peacock Siding,2.20,falling,10:12 am Sun 22/02/26
Herbert River at Trebonne,6.00,steady,10:14 am Sun 22/02/26
Herbert River at Ingham Pump Station,5.84,rising,10:11 am Sun 22/02/26
Herbert River at Gairloch,5.64,rising,9:51 am Sun 22/02/26
Herbert River at Halifax,2.66,steady,8:37 am Sun 22/02/26
Lucinda Offshore Tide,2.59,rising,10:11 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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Flinders River And Minor Flooding For The Cloncurry Rivers
Issued at 10:42 AM AEST on Saturday 21 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 11

MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT RICHMOND POST OFFICE SATURDAY AFTERNOON AND AT WALKERS BEND AROUND WEDNESDAY
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT CLONCURRY FROM SATURDAY EVENING
Recent moderate rainfall over the upper Flinders catchment has caused river level rises in the upper Flinders River. Moderate flooding is estimated to be occurring along the Flinders River at Richmond Post Office, with renewed rises to the major flood level possible Saturday afternoon. River level are also rising along the Lower Flinders River, where major flooding is possible at Walkers Bend from around Wednesday.
River level rises are occurring along the Cloncurry River following recent rainfall. Minor flooding is possible at Cloncurry from Saturday evening.
Further showers and storms are forecast over the next few days, which may cause further river level rises across the catchment.

Flinders River to Richmond:
Major flooding is possible 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 slowly.
The river level may reach around the major flood level (8.00 m) during Saturday afternoon as upstream flows arrive.

Flinders River downstream of Richmond:
River level rises are occurring along the Flinders River downstream of Richmond. Major flooding is possible at Walkers Bend.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is currently at 3.99 m and rising slowly, below the minor flood level.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is likely to exceed the minor flood level (5.00 m) overnight Saturday into Sunday. The river is likely to exceed the moderate flood level (5.30 m) Sunday afternoon. The river may reach around the major flood level (8.00 m) from around Wednesday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Cloncurry River:
Minor flooding is possible along the Cloncurry River.
The Cloncurry River at Cloncurry is currently at 2.53 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Cloncurry River at Cloncurry may reach around the minor flood level (3.00 m) from Saturday evening. Further rises are possible.

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 Sunday 22 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Flinders River at Glendower Crossing,1.87,rising,10:20 am Sat 21/02/26
Porcupine Creek at Mt Emu Plains,2.29,steady,10:00 am Sat 21/02/26
Flinders River at Punchbowl,5.81,steady,10:00 am Sat 21/02/26
Flinders River at Etta Plains,7.13,steady,10:00 am Sat 21/02/26
Julia Creek,2.08,steady,10:00 am Sat 21/02/26
Gilliat River at Wills Development Road,6.68,steady,10:00 am Sat 21/02/26
Cloncurry River at Cloncurry,2.53,falling,10:00 am Sat 21/02/26
Cloncurry River at Canobie,4.72,steady,10:00 am Sat 21/02/26
Flinders River at Walkers Bend,4.01,rising,10:00 am Sat 21/02/26

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.