Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Minor Flood Warning For The Paroo River (Qld)
Issued at 02:29 PM AEST on Thursday 19 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 5

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT HUNGERFORD AND ESTIMATED TO BE OCCURRING AT EULO
Recent rainfall across the Paroo catchment has resulted in river level rises. The main flood peak is around Eulo, where minor flooding is estimated to be occurring. Downstream at Hungerford, minor flooding is occurring and is likely to continue for the next few days. Further rises at Hungerford are possible as the main flood peak arrives.

Paroo River to Eulo:
Minor flooding is occurring at Humeburn, and estimated at Eulo.
No observations are currently available for the Paroo River at Eulo, but the river level is estimated to be above the minor flood level.
The Paroo River at Eulo may peak near 2.90 m overnight Thursday into Friday, with minor flooding.

Paroo River downstream of Eulo:
Minor flooding is occurring at Hungerford.
The Paroo River at Hungerford is currently at 1.05 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Paroo River at Hungerford is likely to remain above the minor flood level (1.00 m) during the next few days.

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 Friday 20 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Paroo River at Caiwarro,1.46,steady,1:00 pm Thu 19/02/26
Paroo River at Hungerford,1.05,steady,7:00 am Thu 19/02/26

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, Australia

Initial Flood Watch For Parts Of The Eastern And Central Inland Areas Of The Northern Territory
Issued at 01:21 PM ACST on Thursday 19 February 2026
Flood Watch Number: 1
RIVER LEVEL RISES AND AREAS OF FLOODING IS POSSIBLE ACROSS THE FLOOD WATCH AREA FROM SATURDAY

Catchments likely to be affected include:
Georgina River and Eyre Creek
Barkly

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts
For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood

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.securent.nt.gov.au.}
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

Next issue:
The next Flood Watch will be issued by 12:30 PM ACST on Friday 20 February 2026.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Australia

Flood Watch For Parts Of Northern Queensland And The Cape York Peninsula
Issued at 01:37 PM AEST on Thursday 19 February 2026
Flood Watch Number: 11
FLOODING LIKELY TO BECOME MORE WIDESPREAD OVER THE NEXT FEW DAYS

Catchments likely to be affected include:
Mulgrave and Russell Rivers
Tully River
Murray River
Black River
Ross and Bohle Rivers
Haughton River
Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam
Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam
Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam
Pioneer River
Connors, Isaac and Styx Rivers and Plane Creek
Nicholson River
Leichhardt River
Lower Flinders River
Cloncurry River
Gilbert River
Staaten River
Mitchell River
Georgina River and Eyre Creek

Flood warnings are current for numerous catchments across the state.

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts
For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood

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 Flood Watch will be issued by 02:00 PM AEST on Friday 20 February 2026.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Moderate Flood Warning For The Western River And Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 11:19 AM AEST on Thursday 19 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 47

MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT WINTON
BELOW MINOR PEAK OBSERVED AT BIRDSVILLE WITH RENEWED RISES POSSIBLE FROM NEXT WEEK
Heavy rainfall has been observed across the eastern part of the Western River catchment during the weekend which has led to rapid river level rises along the upper reaches of the Western River and its tributaries. At Winton, moderate flooding is now easing slowly.
Along the Diamantina River, river levels are rising above the moderate flood level at Diamantina Lakes. A below minor flood peak is passing Birdsville. However, renewed river level rises are possible from next week as upstream flood waters arrive.
Showers and storms are possible 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.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is currently at 4.13 m and rising, above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) and above the level of the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway (2.10 m).
Western River:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Western River at Winton.
The Western River at Winton is currently at 2.35 m and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Western River at Winton is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (2.00 m) for the remainder of Thursday and into Friday.

Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
Minor flooding is easing at Roseberth. Renewed rises are possible as the flood waters arrive from upstream.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station peaked near 3.75 m during Monday, below the minor flood level. The river is currently at 3.55 m and steady.
Renewed river level rises are possible from next week as the flood waters arrive from upstream.

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 Friday 20 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,3.88,steady,10:00 am Thu 19/02/26
Western River at Winton,2.35,steady,8:55 am Thu 19/02/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,4.13,steady,10:00 am Thu 19/02/26
Diamantina River at Roseberth Station,4.55,steady,8:35 am Thu 19/02/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,3.55,steady,9:00 am Thu 19/02/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,3.94,steady,9:55 am Thu 19/02/26

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 Bulloo River
Issued at 09:51 AM AEST on Thursday 19 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 7

MAJOR FLOOD PEAK OBSERVED AT QUILPIE WEDNESDAY EVENING
MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT THARGOMINDAH FROM SATURDAY
Recent localised heavy rainfall over parts of the upper Bulloo River catchment caused river level rises and flooding. As the floodwaters flowed downstream, a major flood peak was recorded at Quilpie during Wednesday evening, where the river level is now slowly easing. Further downstream at Thargomindah, minor flooding is possible from Friday, and moderate flooding is possible from Saturday as upstream flows arrive.

Bulloo River to Quilpie:
Moderate flooding is slowly easing along the Bulloo River at Quilpie.
The Bulloo River at Quilpie peaked at 5.14 m around 7:45 pm Wednesday, with major flooding. The river is currently at 4.99 m and falling, above the moderate flood level (4.00 m).
The Bulloo River at Quilpie is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) into Friday.

Bulloo River downstream of Quilpie:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Bulloo River downstream of Quilpie.
No observations are currently available for the Bulloo River at Thargomindah. Based on upstream gauges, it is estimated that the river level at Thargomindah is below the minor flood level and rising.
The Bulloo River at Thargomindah may exceed the minor flood level (4.00 m) from Friday. The river may exceed the moderate flood level (4.50 m) from Saturday. Further rises 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 10:30 AM AEST on Friday 20 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Bulloo River at Quilpie,4.99,steady,9:00 am Thu 19/02/26
Bulloo River at Autumnvale,3.00,rising,9:00 am Thu 19/02/26

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 Eyre Creek And Final Flood Warning For The Georgina River
Issued at 02:07 PM AEST on Wednesday 18 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 35

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT GLENGYLE
FLOODING NO LONGER EXPECTED AT MARION DOWNS
The flood peak along the Eyre Creek has passed through Glengyle, where minor flooding is occurring.
Showers and thunderstorms are forecast in the catchment for the next few days, with isolated moderate to heavy rainfall possible, however this is not expected to have a significant impact on current river and creek levels.

Georgina River to Marion Downs:
River levels remain elevated along the Georgina River to Marion Downs; however, flooding is no longer expected at Marion Downs.
No recent observations are available for the Georgina River at Marion Downs, however, based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level at Marion Downs is expected to be below the minor flood level (3.00 m).
The Georgina River at Marion Downs is expected to remain below the minor flood level.

Eyre Creek:
Minor flooding is estimated to be occurring along the Eyre Creek around Glengyle. Minor flooding is estimated to be continuing along King Creek at Cluny.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is currently at 3.45 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is expected to remain below the minor flood level (3.50 m).

No current creek level observations are available for the Eyre Creek at Glengyle. The creek level is estimated to be above the minor flood level (2.00 m) and falling slowly.
The Eyre Creek at Glengyle is expected to remain above the minor flood level (2.00 m) over the next few days.

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 Friday 20 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Georgina River at Roxborough Downs Tm,3.06,steady,1:00 pm Wed 18/02/26
Burke River at Boulia,1.90,steady,1:00 pm Wed 18/02/26
Georgina River at Marion Downs,1.45,steady,9:00 am Sat 14/02/26
Eyre Creek at Bedourie,3.45,steady,9:00 am Wed 18/02/26
Eyre Creek at Glengyle,2.80,steady,9:00 am Tue 17/02/26

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 Barcoo River And Cooper Creek, And Minor Flood Warning For The Thomson River
Issued at 01:27 PM AEST on Wednesday 18 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 47

MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT RETREAT AND POSSIBLE AT WINDORAH OVERNIGHT WEDNESDAY INTO THURSDAY
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT CAMOOLA PARK AND POSSIBLE AT JUNDAH FROM THURSDAY
Moderate flooding is easing along the Barcoo River at Retreat, following a peak early Tuesday morning. Further downstream along the Cooper Creek at Windorah (Main Channel), minor flooding is occurring, with moderate flooding possible overnight Wednesday into Thursday as upstream flows arrive.
In the upper Barcoo River, minor flooding is easing following a peak at Blackall Tuesday morning. Further downstream, river levels are rising, with minor flooding occurring at Isisford. Additional river level rises are likely over the coming days as upstream flows arrive.
Along the Thomson River, minor flooding is occurring at Camoola Park. Further downstream, river levels have peaked above minor at Bogewong and below the minor flood level at Stonehenge. These downstream flows may lead to minor flooding at Jundah from Thursday. Renewed rises are likely in the coming days as upstream flows from Camoola Park continue to arrive.
Rainfall and showers are possible over parts of the catchment over the next few days. This warning will be updated as required.

Thomson River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Thomson River at Camoola Park, with minor flooding possible at Jundah.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park is currently around 2.80 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park may remain above the minor flood level (2.00 m) for the next few days.

The Thomson River at Jundah is currently at 1.96 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Thomson River at Jundah may reach the minor flood level (2.50 m) from Thursday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Barcoo River to Isisford:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Barcoo River upstream of Isisford.
No observations are currently available for the Barcoo River at Blackall. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river is expected to have peaked above the minor flood level and is now below the minor flood level (2.00 m).
The Barcoo River at Blackall is likely to remain below the minor flood level (2.00 m).

The Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office is currently at 4.07 m and relatively steady, just above the minor flood level (4.00 m).
The Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office is likely to remain above the minor flood level (4.00 m) for the next few days. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Barcoo River.
The Barcoo River at Retreat peaked at 6.10 m around 01:45 am Tuesday 17 February, with moderate flooding. The river is currently at 5.53 m and falling, with moderate flooding.
The Barcoo River at Retreat may remain above the moderate flood level (4.50 m) for the next few days. Renewed rises are likely from later this week 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 4.23 m and rising slowly, with minor flooding.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah (Main Channel) may reach around the moderate flood level (4.57 m) overnight Wednesday into Thursday. Further rises 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 Friday 20 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,4.28,steady,12:00 pm Wed 18/02/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,2.77,steady,12:00 pm Wed 18/02/26
Thomson River at Camoola Park,2.80,steady,9:47 am Wed 18/02/26
Thomson River at Longreach,2.01,steady,12:00 pm Wed 18/02/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,1.90,steady,12:00 pm Wed 18/02/26
Thomson River at Jundah,1.96,steady,7:00 am Wed 18/02/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,0.90,steady,11:56 am Wed 18/02/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,4.73,steady,12:00 pm Wed 18/02/26
Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office,4.07,falling,9:00 am Wed 18/02/26
Barcoo River at Glenlock,2.70,falling,6:00 pm Tue 17/02/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,5.46,falling,12:00 pm Wed 18/02/26
Cooper Creek at Windorah,4.23,rising,8:13 am Wed 18/02/26

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.