Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
This Flood Watch provides early advice of possible flooding within the specified catchments.
Flood Watch For South West Queensland
Issued at 11:47 AM EST on Friday 29 March 2024
Flood Watch Number: 9
RENEWED FLOODING POSSIBLE ACROSS SOUTH WEST QUEENSLAND
A slow moving trough near the Queensland and Northern Territory border will bring tropical moisture southwards. The trough is expected to remain in the southwest of Queensland for most of the weekend.
Catchments within the Flood Watch area are relatively dry but wetting up in areas of rainfall over the last few days.
Showers tending to rain, and the chance of thunderstorms with locally heavy falls, are forecast across the Flood Watch area over the next few days.
Renewed river level rises and minor riverine flooding are possible within the Flood Watch area, with isolated moderate flooding possible, which may cause disruption to transport and isolation of communities.
Catchments likely to be affected include:
Warrego River (QLD)
Paroo River (QLD)
Bulloo River (QLD)
Thomson River
Cooper Creek
Diamantina River
Flood Warnings remain current for: Diamantina River, Georgina River and Eyre Creek.
See www.bom.gov.au/qld/warnings to view the current flood warnings for Queensland.
For more information on the Flood Watch Service: http://www.bom.gov.au/water/floods/floodWarningServices.shtml
Flood Safety Advice:
For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500.
For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts.
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219 at a low call cost of 27.5 cents, more from mobile, public and satellite phones.
Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood/
This Flood Watch means that people living or working along rivers and creeks should monitor the latest weather forecasts and warnings.
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it.}
Next issue:
The next Flood Watch will be issued by 02:30 pm EST on Saturday 30 March 2024.
Forecast
Corfield (21.7119°S, 143.3737°E, 256m AMSL) Corfield,QLD set as my default location ›
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7 day forecast
Corfield 7 day forecast
Today: Partly cloudy. Winds E/NE 25 to 35 km/h becoming light in the evening. Overnight temperatures falling to between 19 and 23 with daytime temperatures reaching the low 30s.
Forecast for Corfield (21.7119°S, 143.3737°E, 256m AMSL) Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Summary Minimum 23° 20° 19° 19° 21° 21° 19° Maximum 34° 34° 34° 35° 35° 33° 33° Chance of rain 5% 20% 5% 10% 70% 40% 5% Likely amount < 1mm < 1mm < 1mm < 1mm 1-5mm < 1mm < 1mm UV index High High Very High High High High High Fire Danger Rating Moderate Moderate Moderate No Rating - - - Frost risk Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm Wind speed 26
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Sunrise / Sunset for Corfield (21.7119°S, 143.3737°E, 256m AMSL) First light Sunrise Sunset Last light Moon rise Moon set Moon phase Last quarter New moon First quarter Full moon 6:13am EST 6:35am EST 6:29pm EST 6:51pm EST 9:31pm EST 10:36am EST Waning gibbous Last quarter Apr 02 New moon Apr 09 First quarter Apr 16 Full moon Apr 24 Corfield sun & moon times
SaturdayFirst light6:13am
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Warnings
Weather Warnings
Fri 11:47am UTC Flood warning QLDFri 10:58am UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Final Flood Warning For The Dawson River
Issued at 10:58 AM EST on Friday 29 March 2024
Flood Warning Number: 3
MINOR FLOODING RISK HAS EASED AT BARALABA
Rainfall totals of up to 40 mm were recorded in the 24 hours to 9:00 am Friday across the Dawson River catchment.
No significant rainfall is forecast for the coming days.
Dawson River downstream of Theodore:
No further flooding is expected in the Dawson River downstream of Theodore.
River level observations are currently unavailable at the Baralaba gauge. Based on observations from the nearby TM gauge, the river level is expected to be below the minor flood level and falling.
The Dawson River at Baralaba will remain below the minor flood level (4.00 m) during Friday.
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.}
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts
Next issue:
This is a final warning, no further warnings will be issued for this event.
Latest River Heights:
Nogoa R at Raymond Alert,0.95,Steady,07:28 AM FRI 29/03/24
Nogoa R at Craigmore Alert,0.67,Steady,08:20 AM FRI 29/03/24
Nogoa R at Craigmore TM,0.629,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Nogoa R at Fairbairn Dam HW Alert,-6.45,Steady,05:53 AM FRI 29/03/24
Nogoa R at Fairbairn Dam HW TM,-6.517,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Nogoa R at Emerald Alert,3.56,Rising,10:06 AM FRI 29/03/24
Theresa Ck at Gregory Highway Alert,0.51,Falling,08:05 AM FRI 29/03/24
Theresa Ck at Gregory Highway TM,0.52,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Comet R at The Lake Alert,3.04,Rising,09:57 AM FRI 29/03/24
Comet R at The Lake TM,2.95,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Comet R at Comet Weir Alert,1.20,Steady,08:56 AM FRI 29/03/24
Comet R at Comet Weir TM,1.18,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Mackenzie R at Bedford Weir TW Alert,1.23,Steady,09:16 AM FRI 29/03/24
Mackenzie R at Bedford Weir TW TM,1.26,Steady,08:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Mackenzie R at Bingegang Weir HW TM,7.45,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Mackenzie R at Bingegang Weir HW Alert,7.45,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Connors R at Pink Lagoon TM,1.33,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Isaac R at Fitzroy Develop. Rd Br TM,0.0,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Isaac R at Yatton TM,2.046,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Mackenzie R at Tartrus TM,5.785,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Dawson R at Utopia Downs TM,3.53,Rising,12:25 AM FRI 29/03/24
Dawson R at Tarana Crossing Alert,3.39,Rising,10:02 AM FRI 29/03/24
Juandah Ck at Windamere TM,1.055,Rising,09:25 AM FRI 29/03/24
Dawson R at Taroom TM,3.21,Rising,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Dawson R at Gyranda Weir TM,-0.13,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Dawson R at Theodore Weir TM,6.04,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Dawson R at Moura Weir TM,-0.13,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Mimosa Ck at Karamea Alert,3.06,Rising,09:50 AM FRI 29/03/24
Dawson R at Baralaba TW TM,2.11,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Kroombit Ck at Kroombit Dam HW TM,-13.77,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Kroombit Creek at Biloela,0.0,Steady,07:45 AM FRI 29/03/24
Callide Creek at Jambin,0.10,Steady,09:41 AM FRI 29/03/24
Callide Ck at Goovigen TM,0.68,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Don R at Rannes TM,1.64,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Dawson R at Knebworth TM,1.57,Steady,08:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Fitzroy R at Riverslea TM,12.87,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Port Alma Tide TM,4.10,Steady,09:39 AM FRI 29/03/24
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.Fri 10:50am UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Flood Warning For The Flinders And Cloncurry Rivers
Issued at 10:50 AM EST on Friday 29 March 2024
Flood Warning Number: 7
FLOODING HAS EASED AT RICHMOND
RENEWED RISES EXPECTED IN LOWER FLINDERS CATCHMENT AS PEAKS TRAVEL DOWNSTREAM
In the 24 hours to 11:00 am Friday, rainfall totals of up to 55 mm have been recorded across the Flinders catchment.
Further rainfall and thunderstorms are forecast during the next few days which may cause renewed river level rises. The situation is being monitored and warnings will be issued as required.
Flinders River to Richmond:
Flooding has eased in the Flinders River to Richmond.
The Flinders River at Richmond peaked at 6.20 metres around 06:00 pm Wednesday. As of 6:00 am Friday morning, the river was below the minor flood level (4.50 metres) near 3.20 metres and falling.
Flinders River downstream of Richmond:
River level rises are expected along the Flinders River downstream of Richmond over the next few days as floodwaters move downstream.
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.}
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts
Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 03:00 pm EST on Monday 01 April 2024.
Latest River Heights:
Porcupine Ck at Mt Emu Plains TM,1.88,Steady,10:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Flinders R at Glendower Crossing TM,1.44,Falling,10:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Flinders R at Marathon TM,1.75,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Flinders R at Richmond,3.20,Falling,06:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Flinders R at Punchbowl TM,4.96,Rising,10:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Cloncurry R at Cloncurry TM,1.26,Steady,10:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Gilliat R at Wills Dev Rd TM,6.11,Steady,10:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Julia Ck at Julia Ck TM,1.24,Steady,10:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Cloncurry R at Canobie Auto TM,4.69,Steady,10:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Flinders R-Cloncurry R Junction TM,3.77,Rising,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Flinders R at Walkers Bend TM,1.69,Steady,10:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.Fri 10:08am UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Final Flood Warning For The Barcoo River
Issued at 10:08 AM EST on Friday 29 March 2024
Flood Warning Number: 6
FLOODING HAS EASED AT RETREAT
Rainfall in the Barcoo River catchment in the 24 hours to 9am Friday has generally been less than 10mm, although an isolated total of 27mm was recorded at Isisford.
Further rainfall and thunderstorms are forecast for the next few days, which may cause further river level rises. A Flood Watch is current for South West Queensland, including the Thomson, Barcoo, and Cooper catchments. The situation is being monitored and renewed warnings will be issued as required.
Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
No further flooding is expected in the Barcoo River downstream of Isisford.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is currently at 1.97 metres and steady, below the minor flood level (2.14 m).
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.}
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts
Next issue:
This is a final warning, no further warnings will be issued for this event.
Latest River Heights:
Cornish Ck at Bowen Downs TM,4.02,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Thomson R at Camoola Park,1.25,Rising,07:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Thomson R at Longreach Auto TM,1.80,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Thomson R at Bogewong TM,1.69,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Barcoo R at Gillespie Alert,0.55,Steady,07:55 AM FRI 29/03/24
Alice R at Barcaldine Weir Auto TM,4.24,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Barcoo R at Wahroongha,1.25,Falling,08:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Barcoo R at Retreat TM,1.97,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Cooper Ck at Windorah (Long Crossing) TM,2.61,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Cooper Ck at Windorah (Main Channel) TM,1.39,Falling,11:14 AM THU 28/03/24
Cooper Ck at Nappa Merrie TM,1.58,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.Fri 9:44am UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Final Flood Warning For The Cape River
Issued at 09:44 AM EST on Friday 29 March 2024
Flood Warning Number: 2
RIVER LEVELS ARE EASING IN THE CAPE RIVER
River levels have peaked in the Cape River, and no further flooding is expected.
Rainfall in the Cape River catchment in the 24 hours to 9am Friday was generally less than 10mm, although some isolated totals of up to 40mm were recorded. Showers and possible storms are forecast during Friday and into the weekend. No significant rainfall totals are expected.
Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
No further flooding is expected in the Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Cape River at Taemas is currently at 3.31 metres and steady, after peaking below the minor flood level Thursday morning.
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.}
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts
Next issue:
This is a final warning, no further warnings will be issued for this event.
Latest River Heights:
Burdekin R at Mt Fullstop TM,4.66,Steady,08:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Running River at Mt Bradley TM,2.00,Rising,08:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Star R at Laroona TM,3.11,Steady,08:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Paluma Dam Alert,0.18,Steady,08:56 AM FRI 29/03/24
Burdekin R at Gainsford TM,4.32,Steady,08:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Keelbottom Ck at Keelbottom TM,1.87,Steady,07:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Burdekin R at Sellheim Alert,3.50,Falling,08:21 AM FRI 29/03/24
Burdekin R at Sellheim TM,3.52,Steady,08:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Alpha Ck at Rivington Alert,0.07,Steady,07:13 AM FRI 29/03/24
Belyando R at Belyando Crossing TM,0.77,Steady,08:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Suttor R at St Anns Alert,0.95,Steady,07:43 AM FRI 29/03/24
Suttor R at St Anns TM,0.94,Steady,08:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Cape R at Taemas Alert,3.31,Falling,07:51 AM FRI 29/03/24
Cape R at Taemas TM,3.28,Steady,08:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Burdekin R at Burdekin Dam Alert,0.82,Steady,08:11 AM FRI 29/03/24
Burdekin R at Burdekin Dam TM,0.80,Rising,09:05 AM FRI 29/03/24
Bowen R at Myuna Alert,0.92,Steady,06:32 AM FRI 29/03/24
Bowen R at Myuna TM,0.91,Steady,08:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Burdekin R at Dalbeg Alert,3.18,Rising,09:16 AM FRI 29/03/24
Burdekin R at Dalbeg TM,3.15,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Bogie R at Strathbogie Alert,1.17,Rising,08:50 AM FRI 29/03/24
Burdekin R at Millaroo Alert,3.15,Rising,07:59 AM FRI 29/03/24
Burdekin R at Clare Alert,2.60,Rising,08:50 AM FRI 29/03/24
Burdekin R at Clare TM,2.55,Steady,08:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Burdekin R at Inkerman Br Alert,2.48,Steady,08:22 AM FRI 29/03/24
Burdekin R at Rita Island Alert,-3.50,Steady,07:48 AM FRI 29/03/24
Burdekin R at Groper Ck Alert,0.84,Rising,08:55 AM FRI 29/03/24
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.Fri 9:14am UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 09:14 AM EST on Friday 29 March 2024
Flood Warning Number: 3
FLOOD LEVELS ARE ABOVE THE DIAMANTINA LAKES CAUSEWAY
Rainfall over the last several days has caused river level rises across the upper Diamantina and Western River catchments. Minor flooding is occurring along the Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes. River levels are likely to remain elevated over the next several days.
Showers and thunderstorms are forecast to continue for the next few days, with isolated heavy falls possible with thunderstorms.
Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes. The river level is currently at 3.18 metres and rising, which is 1.08 metres above the level of the causeway on the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road (2.10 m).
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.}
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts
Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 11:00 am EST on Monday 01 April 2024.
Latest River Heights:
Mills Ck at Oondooroo TM,1.84,Steady,08:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Diamantina R at Diamantina Lakes TM,3.18,Steady,07:00 AM FRI 29/03/24
Diamantina R at Birdsville,2.10,Falling,03:00 PM THU 28/03/24
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.For extended forecasts and greater detail visit weather zone° -
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