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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

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Heatwave Warning

Issued at 02:48 PM EST on Monday 19 January 2026
Valid for Monday 19 January 2026 to Wednesday 21 January 2026

Warning for the following areas:
Channel Country

Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.

Maximum temperatures in the low to mid forties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid to high twenties.

Severe heatwave conditions are expected to ease over the Channel Country by the middle of this week. Locations likely to be impacted include Boulia.

The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EST on Tuesday 20 January 2026

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Heatwave Warning

Issued at 02:48 PM EST on Monday 19 January 2026
Valid for Monday 19 January 2026 to Wednesday 21 January 2026

Warning for the following areas:
Channel Country

Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.

Maximum temperatures in the low to mid forties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid to high twenties.

Severe heatwave conditions are expected to ease over the Channel Country by the middle of this week. Locations likely to be impacted include Boulia.

The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EST on Tuesday 20 January 2026

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Heatwave Warning

Issued at 02:48 PM EST on Monday 19 January 2026
Valid for Monday 19 January 2026 to Wednesday 21 January 2026

Warning for the following areas:
Channel Country

Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.

Maximum temperatures in the low to mid forties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid to high twenties.

Severe heatwave conditions are expected to ease over the Channel Country by the middle of this week. Locations likely to be impacted include Boulia.

The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EST on Tuesday 20 January 2026

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Heatwave Warning

Issued at 02:48 PM EST on Monday 19 January 2026
Valid for Monday 19 January 2026 to Wednesday 21 January 2026

Warning for the following areas:
Channel Country

Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.

Maximum temperatures in the low to mid forties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid to high twenties.

Severe heatwave conditions are expected to ease over the Channel Country by the middle of this week. Locations likely to be impacted include Boulia.

The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EST on Tuesday 20 January 2026

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Heatwave Warning

Issued at 02:48 PM EST on Monday 19 January 2026
Valid for Monday 19 January 2026 to Wednesday 21 January 2026

Warning for the following areas:
Channel Country

Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.

Maximum temperatures in the low to mid forties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid to high twenties.

Severe heatwave conditions are expected to ease over the Channel Country by the middle of this week. Locations likely to be impacted include Boulia.

The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EST on Tuesday 20 January 2026

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Heatwave Warning

Issued at 02:48 PM EST on Monday 19 January 2026
Valid for Monday 19 January 2026 to Wednesday 21 January 2026

Warning for the following areas:
Channel Country

Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.

Maximum temperatures in the low to mid forties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid to high twenties.

Severe heatwave conditions are expected to ease over the Channel Country by the middle of this week. Locations likely to be impacted include Boulia.

The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EST on Tuesday 20 January 2026

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Heatwave Warning

Issued at 02:48 PM EST on Monday 19 January 2026
Valid for Monday 19 January 2026 to Wednesday 21 January 2026

Warning for the following areas:
Channel Country

Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.

Maximum temperatures in the low to mid forties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid to high twenties.

Severe heatwave conditions are expected to ease over the Channel Country by the middle of this week. Locations likely to be impacted include Boulia.

The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EST on Tuesday 20 January 2026

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Heatwave Warning

Issued at 02:48 PM EST on Monday 19 January 2026
Valid for Monday 19 January 2026 to Wednesday 21 January 2026

Warning for the following areas:
Channel Country

Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.

Maximum temperatures in the low to mid forties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid to high twenties.

Severe heatwave conditions are expected to ease over the Channel Country by the middle of this week. Locations likely to be impacted include Boulia.

The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EST on Tuesday 20 January 2026

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Georgina River And Moderate Flood Warning For Eyre Creek
Issued at 02:10 PM AEST on Monday 19 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 21

MAJOR FLOODING PEAKED AT MARION DOWNS, LIKELY TO CONTINUE NEXT FEW DAYS
MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT BEDOURIE FROM EARLY THIS WEEK
A major flood peak has occurred at Marion Downs along the Georgina River and is now moving downstream. As this peak travels downstream, moderate flooding may develop along Eyre Creek at Bedourie from early this week.
Further downstream at Glengyle, moderate flooding is likely to develop around the end of this week.

Georgina River to Marion Downs:
Major flooding is occurring along the Georgina River at Marion Downs.
The Georgina River at Marion Downs peaked at 5.40 m during Saturday morning, with major flooding. The river is currently at 5.30 m and steady, with major flooding.
The Georgina River at Marion Downs is likely to remain above the major flood level (5.00 m) for the next few days.

Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs:
Elevated river levels are expected to be occurring along the Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs, with further rises expected for the next few days.
Eyre Creek:
Moderate flooding is possible along Eyre Creek.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is currently at 3.84 m and rising, with minor flooding (3.50 m).
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie may exceed the moderate flood level (4.00 m) during Tuesday 20 January. The creek may peak above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) around Thursday 22 January.

As of Sunday 09:00 am AEST, Eyre Creek at Glengyle was at 2.60 m and rising slowly, with minor flooding (2.00 m).
The Eyre Creek at Glengyle is likely to exceed the moderate flood level (3.00 m) around the end of this week . Forecasts will be refined when upstream peaks are observed.

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 04:00 PM AEST on Wednesday 21 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Georgina River at Roxborough Downs Tm,4.10,steady,1:00 pm Mon 19/01/26
Georgina River at Glenormiston,3.00,falling,9:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Burke River at Boulia,1.98,steady,1:00 pm Mon 19/01/26
Georgina River at Marion Downs,5.30,steady,6:31 am Mon 19/01/26
Eyre Creek at Bedourie,3.84,rising,9:00 am Mon 19/01/26

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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Moderate Flood Warning For The Thomson River And Minor Flood Warning For Jordan Creek And Alice And Barcoo Rivers
Issued at 01:06 PM AEST on Monday 19 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 22

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT STONEHENGE FROM TUESDAY AND AT JUNDAH FROM WEDNESDAY
RENEWED MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT CAMOOLA PARK LATE MONDAY AND LONGREACH FROM WEDNESDAY, AND IS ONGOING AT JERICHO AND BARCALDINE
Along the Thomson River the main flood peak is between Bogewong and Stonehenge. This peak may result in moderate flooding downstream at Stonehenge from Tuesday and at Jundah from Wednesday. Further upstream, another peak is around Muttaburra and may result in minor flooding at Camoola Park from late Monday and Longreach from around Wednesday.
The main flood peak along Jordan Creek has passed into the Alice River. Minor flooding is slowly easing at Jericho and at Barcaldine.
Further areas of rainfall and showers are forecast over parts of the catchment over the next few days which may contribute to additional river level rises. The situation is being monitored and the warning will be updated as required.

Thomson River:
Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is possible along the Thomson River and its tributaries.
There are no recent observations available for the Thomson River at Camoola Park, however, the river level is expected to be below the minor flood level (2.00 m) and rising slowly.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park may exceed the minor flood level (2.00 m) late Monday. Further rises are likely as upstream flows arrive.

The Thomson River at Longreach is currently at 2.94 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Thomson River at Longreach is likely to remain below the minor flood level (3.30 m) for the next few days. The river may reach around the minor flood level (3.30 m) from Wednesday. Further rises are likely as upstream flows arrive.

The Thomson River at Stonehenge is currently at 2.50 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge may reach around the moderate flood level (3.00 m) from Tuesday. Further rises are likely as upstream flows arrive.

The Thomson River at Jundah is currently at 1.88 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Thomson River at Jundah may exceed the minor flood level (2.50 m) during Tuesday. The river may reach around the moderate flood level (4.00 m) from Wednesday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Barcoo River to Isisford:
Minor flooding is easing along the Jordan Creek and Alice River.
No observations are currently available for the Jordan Creek at Jericho. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level at Jericho is estimated to be around the minor flood level and steady.
The Jordan Creek at Jericho is likely to remain around the minor flood level (2.00 m) for the next few days.

No observations are currently available for the Alice River at Barcaldine. Based on nearby automatic gauges, it is likely that the river level is around the minor flood level and falling.
The Alice River at Barcaldine is likely to remain around the minor flood level (3.00 m) into Tuesday. 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 Tuesday 20 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,3.67,steady,12:00 pm Mon 19/01/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,3.03,rising,12:00 pm Mon 19/01/26
Thomson River at Longreach,2.94,steady,12:00 pm Mon 19/01/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,4.51,steady,12:00 pm Mon 19/01/26
Thomson River at Stonehenge,2.50,steady,6:20 am Mon 19/01/26
Thomson River at Jundah,1.88,steady,6:01 am Mon 19/01/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,0.90,steady,2:59 pm Sun 18/01/26
Jordan Creek at Jericho,2.30,falling,11:51 am Mon 19/01/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,5.99,steady,12:00 pm Mon 19/01/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,1.28,steady,12:00 pm Mon 19/01/26

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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Moderate Flood Warning For The Western River And Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 10:57 AM AEST on Monday 19 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 27

MODERATE FLOODING AT WINTON EXPECTED TO FALL BELOW MODERATE FLOOD LEVEL DURING MONDAY
FLOODING CONTINUING AT DIAMANTINA LAKES
Widespread heavy rainfall late last week has caused river level rises and flooding across the Diamantina River catchment and its upper tributaries, including the Western River catchment. An earlier flood peak is continuing to move downstream along the Diamantina River.
The river level along the Western River at Winton is expected to fall below the moderate flood level during Monday. Further downstream, moderate flooding is occurring along the Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes. River levels remain above the causeway and are easing slowly as the flood peak continues to move downstream.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is at 5.39 m and falling slowly, above the level of the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway (2.10 m).
Western River:
Moderate flooding is continuing along the Western River at Winton.
The Western River at Winton is currently at 2.00 m and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Western River at Winton is expected to fall below the moderate flood level (2.00 m) during Monday.

Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
River level rises are occurring along the lower Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes. Moderate flooding is occurring at Monkira.

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 20 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,3.37,falling,10:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Western River at Winton,2.00,steady,9:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,1.90,steady,5:50 am Mon 19/01/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,5.39,steady,10:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,4.00,steady,9:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,2.08,steady,9:55 am Mon 19/01/26

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.