Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland

Moderate Flood Warning For The Paroo River (Qld)
Issued at 01:24 PM EST on Friday 18 April 2025
Flood Warning Number: 25

MODERATE FLOODING CONTINUES TO EASE AT HUNGERFORD
Moderate flooding is slowly easing along the Paroo River at Hungerford.
No significant rainfall is forecast for the next few days.

Paroo River downstream of Eulo:
Moderate flooding is easing slowly along the Paroo River downstream of Eulo. Minor flooding is easing at Caiwarro.
The Paroo River at Hungerford was at 1.52 metres around 6:00 am Friday and falling slowly, above the moderate flood level (1.50 m).
The Paroo River at Hungerford is expected to fall below the moderate flood level by early in the weekend. The river level may fall below the minor flood level (1.00 m) early next week.

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 02:00 pm EST on Monday 21 April 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Paroo River at Caiwarro,1.54,Steady,12:00 PM FRI 18/04/25
Paroo R at Hungerford,1.52,Falling,06:00 AM FRI 18/04/25

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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales

Moderate Flood Warning For The Paroo River (Nsw)
Issued at 12:07 PM EST on Friday 18 April 2025
Flood Warning Number: 29

MODERATE FLOODING CONTINUING AT WANAARING
River levels are falling along the Paroo River. Minor flooding is likely to continue at Willara Crossing until the end of April whilst downstream at Wanaaring moderate flooding is forecast through to continue through the weekend.
A moderate flood warning is current for the Paroo River (QLD).

Paroo River (NSW):
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Paroo River (NSW) at Wanaaring. Minor flooding is occurring at Willara Crossing.

The Paroo River at Willara Crossing is currently at 2.31 metres and falling, above the minor flood level (0.70 m).
The Paroo River at Willara Crossing is likely to remain above the minor flood level (0.70 m) through to late April.

The Paroo River at Wanaaring is currently at 3.53 metres and falling, above the moderate flood level (3.30 m).
The Paroo River at Wanaaring may fall below the moderate flood level (3.30 m) during Monday.

Flood Safety Advice:
In life threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately. If you require rescue, assistance to evacuate or other emergency help, ring NSW SES on 132 500.
Avoid drowning. Stay out of rising water, seek refuge in the highest available place.
Prevent damage to your vehicle. Move it under cover, away from areas likely to flood.
Avoid being swept away. Stay out of fast-flowing creeks and storm drains.
Never drive, ride or walk through flood water. Flood water can be deceptive and dangerous.}
For more emergency information, advice, and access to the latest river heights and rainfall observations and forecasts:
* NSW SES: www.ses.nsw.gov.au
* RMS Live Traffic: www.livetraffic.com
* Latest River Heights and Rainfall Observations: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/outerwest.shtml
* Latest NSW Warnings: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/
* Rainfall Forecasts: www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/
* BOM NSW Twitter: www.twitter.com/BOM_NSW

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 01:00 pm EST on Monday 21 April 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Paroo River at Caiwarro,1.54,Falling,11:00 AM FRI 18/04/25
Paroo River at Hungerford,1.54,Falling,03:00 PM THU 17/04/25
Paroo River at Willara Crossing,2.31,Falling,11:30 AM FRI 18/04/25
Paroo River at Wanaaring,3.53,Falling,07:00 AM FRI 18/04/25
Turra at Cuttaburra Channel,3.83,Falling,11:45 AM FRI 18/04/25

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland

Final Flood Warning For The Bulloo River
Issued at 11:29 AM EST on Friday 18 April 2025
Flood Warning Number: 34

NO FURTHER FLOODING EXPECTED AT THARGOMINDAH
River levels have fallen below the minor flood level along the lower Bulloo River at Thargomindah. River levels will continue to fall over the next few days.
No significant rainfall is forecast for the next few days.

Bulloo River downstream of Quilpie:
No further flooding is expected in the Bulloo River downstream of Quilpie.
The Bulloo River at Thargomindah is currently at 3.70 metres and falling, below the minor flood level (4.00 m).
The Bulloo River at Thargomindah is expected to remain below the minor flood level (4.00 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:
Bulloo R at Quilpie TM,1.53,Steady,10:00 AM FRI 18/04/25
Bulloo R at Thargomindah,3.70,Falling,08:40 AM FRI 18/04/25

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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland

Minor Flood Warning For The Lower Warrego River (Qld)
Issued at 11:20 AM EST on Friday 18 April 2025
Flood Warning Number: 31

MINOR FLOODING CONTINUES TO EASE AT CUNNAMULLA BRIDGE AND ROCKY
River levels along the Lower Warrego River at Cunnamulla Bridge and Rocky may fall below the minor flood level over the weekend.
No significant rainfall is forecast across the catchment for the next few days.

Warrego River downstream of Charleville:
Minor flooding is easing along the Warrego River between Cunnamulla and Rocky.
The Warrego River at Cunnamulla Bridge was last observed at 6.44 metres and falling, around 7:00 am Thursday, above the minor flood level (6.00 m). Late Friday morning the river level is estimated to be above the minor flood level and easing.
The river level is expected to continue easing slowly over the next few days and may fall below the minor flood level (6.00 m) over the weekend.

The Warrego River at Rocky was last observed at 3.60 metres and falling, around 5:45 am Thursday, above the minor flood level (2.50 m). Late Friday morning the river level is estimated to be above the minor flood level and easing.
The river level is expected to continue easing slowly over the next few days and may fall below the minor flood level (2.50 m) over the weekend.

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 01:00 pm EST on Monday 21 April 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Warrego R at Augathella TM,1.36,Steady,10:00 AM FRI 18/04/25
Bradleys Gully at Raceview Alert,0.05,Steady,10:54 AM FRI 18/04/25
Lower Bradleys Gully Alert,0.00,Steady,09:11 AM FRI 18/04/25
Warrego R at Charleville Alert,1.02,Falling,10:17 AM FRI 18/04/25
Ward R at Binnowee Alert,1.25,Steady,08:33 AM FRI 18/04/25
Ward R at Binnowee TM,1.24,Steady,10:00 AM FRI 18/04/25
Warrego R at Bakers Bend Alert,1.06,Rising,10:08 AM FRI 18/04/25
Warrego R at Wyandra TM,2.94,Steady,10:00 AM FRI 18/04/25
Warrego R at Wallen TM,2.87,Steady,10:00 AM FRI 18/04/25
Warrego R at Cunnamulla Weir TM,6.19,Steady,10:00 AM FRI 18/04/25

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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland

Major Flood Warning For The Cooper Creek, Moderate Flood Warning For The Thomson River And Minor Flood Warning For The Barcoo River
Issued at 11:08 AM EST on Friday 18 April 2025
Flood Warning Number: 42

MAJOR FLOODING CONTINUE TO EASE AT WINDORAH
MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT JUNDAH
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT LONGREACH, STONEHENGE AND RETREAT
Minor to major flooding is continuing across the Thomson, Barcoo and Cooper catchments caused by rainfall over the last few weeks with multiple flood peaks currently moving through the rivers and creeks.
No significant rainfall is forecast across the catchment for the next few days.

Thomson River:
Minor to moderate flooding is occurring along the Thomson River.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park was at 3.25 metres Wednesday 7:00 am and falling slowly, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park is expected to remain above the minor flood level (2.00 m) for the next few days.

The Thomson River at Longreach is currently at 3.89 metres and steady with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Longreach is expected to remain above the minor flood level (3.30 m) for the next few days.

The Thomson River at Stonehenge was at 2.90 metres around 9:30 am Thursday and falling slowly. The river level is estimated to be above the minor flood level (2.00 m).
The Thomson River at Stonehenge is likely to remain above the minor flood level (2.00 m) for the next few days.

No recent observations are available along the Thomson River at Jundah. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the current river level is estimated to be around the moderate flood level (4.00 m) and falling slowly.
The Thomson River at Jundah is likely to remain around the moderate flood level (4.00 m) for the next few days.

Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Barcoo River downstream of Isisford.
No recent observations are available along the Barcoo River at Retreat, however the river level is estimated to above the minor flood level (2.14 m) and falling slowly.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is likely to remain above the minor flood level (2.14 m) for the next few days.

Cooper Creek:
Major flooding continues to ease along the Cooper Creek at Windorah. Further downstream at Durham Downs creek levels are estimated to be above the moderate flood level, while levels remain elevated at Nappa Merrie.
No current observations are available for the Cooper Creek at Windorah (Main Channel). Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the creek level at Windorah (Main Channel) is estimated to be above the major flood level (5.00 m) and falling slowly.
The Cooper Ck at Windorah (Main Channel) is likely to remain above the major flood level (5.00 m) during Friday. The river level may fall below the major flood level during the weekend.

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 12:00 pm EST on Monday 21 April 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Ck at Bowen Downs TM,3.23,Steady,10:00 AM FRI 18/04/25
Thomson R at Longreach Auto TM,3.89,Steady,10:00 AM FRI 18/04/25
Thomson R at Bogewong TM,4.78,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 18/04/25
Thomson R Stonehenge (East),0.00,Steady,Not Available
Alice R at Barcaldine Weir Auto TM,4.70,Steady,10:00 AM FRI 18/04/25
Barcoo R at Wahroongha,1.00,Falling,07:50 AM FRI 18/04/25
Barcoo R at Glenlock,2.90,Falling,05:00 PM THU 17/04/25
Cooper Ck at Windorah (Long Crossing) TM,5.17,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 18/04/25
Cooper Ck at Lignum Channel TM,0.53,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 18/04/25

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.