Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations
Major Flood Warning For The Connors-Isaac Rivers And Moderate Flood Warning For The Mackenzie River
Issued at 05:42 AM AEST on Monday 12 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 2
MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT YATTON OVERNIGHT MONDAY INTO TUESDAY SIMILAR TO THE 2013 EX-TC OSWALD FLOOD
MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT TARTRUS OVERNIGHT TUESDAY INTO WEDNESDAY
Moderate to heavy rainfall totals has been observed over parts of the Fitzroy River Catchment since early Sunday morning. This has resulted in rapid river and creek level rises along the upper tributaries of the Connors and Isaac Rivers catchment.
Minor to major flooding is expected to develop along the Isaac River at Yatton during Monday and into Tuesday. In upstream tributaries across the Connors-Isaac River catchment, river levels and responses similar to 2013 Ex-Tropical Cyclone Oswald flood levels have been observed. No 2013 peak data is available at Yatton, but a similar major peak is expected. As floodwaters continue to flow downstream, moderate flooding may develop along the Mackenzie River at Tartrus overnight Tuesday into Wednesday. At Rockhampton, below minor peak from local run-off is likely during Tuesday. Renewed rises to higher levels are possible later this week as floodwaters arrive from upstream.
This situation is being closely monitored, and this warning will be updated as required.
A Severe Weather Warning for heavy, locally intense rainfall is current for the Fitzroy River catchment.
Connors and Isaac Rivers:
Major flooding is possible along the Connors and Isaac Rivers.
The Isaac River at Yatton is currently at 4.70 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Isaac River at Yatton is expected to exceed the minor flood level (7.50 m) Monday morning and the moderate flood level (9.50 m) Monday afternoon. The river may exceed the major flood level (16.50 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday with a peak just above the major flood level possible during Tuesday.
Mackenzie River:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Mackenzie River
The Mackenzie River at Tartrus is currently at 6.29 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Mackenzie River at Tartrus is likely to exceed the minor flood level (11.00 m) Tuesday afternoon. The river may exceed the moderate flood level (13.00 m) overnight Tuesday into Wednesday. Further rises are likely as upstream flows arrive.
Fitzroy River:
Elevated river levels are likely along the Fitzroy River.
The Fitzroy River at Rockhampton is likely to peak near 5.00 m from local run-off during Tuesday with the high tides, below the minor flood level (7.00 m). Renewed rises to higher levels are possible later this week as upstream floodwaters 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 12:00 PM AEST on Tuesday 13 January 2026.
Latest River Heights:
Dawson River at Utopia Downs,1.31,steady,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Dawson River at Tarana Crossing,0.34,rising,12:08 pm Thu 08/01/26
Juandah Creek at Windamere,0.56,falling,5:15 am Mon 12/01/26
Dawson River at Taroom,0.75,steady,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Dawson River at Gyranda Weir,0.07,steady,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Dawson River at Theodore Weir,6.08,steady,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Dawson River at Moura Weir,0.05,steady,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Mimosa Creek at Karamea,1.41,steady,4:08 am Mon 12/01/26
Dawson River at Baralaba TW,1.39,steady,4:53 am Mon 12/01/26
Kroombit Creek at Kroombit Dam HG,-11.61,steady,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Kroombit Creek at Biloela,0.00,steady,5:02 am Mon 12/01/26
Callide Creek at Callide Dam HG,-14.25,steady,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Callide Creek at Jambin,0.00,steady,3:32 am Mon 12/01/26
Callide Creek at Goovigen,1.24,steady,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Don River at Rannes,2.11,steady,4:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Dawson River at Knebworth,2.03,steady,4:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Arcadia Creek at Arcadia Valley School,0.25,steady,5:12 am Mon 12/01/26
Comet River at The Lake,0.82,steady,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Comet River at Comet Weir,1.27,steady,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Nogoa River at Raymond,1.05,steady,4:03 am Mon 12/01/26
Nogoa River at Craigmore,0.92,steady,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Nogoa River at Fairbairn Dam,-10.74,steady,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Nogoa River at Emerald,3.41,rising,3:24 am Mon 12/01/26
Theresa Creek at Gregory Highway,0.36,rising,5:06 am Mon 12/01/26
Isaac River at Fitzroy Developmental Rd Bridge,6.13,rising,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Connors River at Pink Lagoon,10.63,rising,5:21 am Mon 12/01/26
Isaac River at Yatton,4.70,rising,5:20 am Mon 12/01/26
Mackenzie River at Bedford Weir TW,1.58,steady,4:53 am Mon 12/01/26
Mackenzie River at Bingegang TW,0.67,rising,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Mackenzie River at Bingegang Weir HG,6.35,rising,4:10 am Mon 12/01/26
Mackenzie River at Tartrus,6.29,rising,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Fitzroy River at Riverslea,12.87,steady,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Connor Creek at Port Alma Tide,4.20,rising,4:19 am Mon 12/01/26
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.
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