Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Flinders River
Issued at 11:10 AM AEST on Monday 19 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 40

MINOR FLOODING HAS EASED AT RICHMOND FOLLOWING A MODERATE FLOOD PEAK
MAJOR FLOODING EXPECTED TO CONTINUE FALLING SLOWLY AT WALKERS BEND
Moderate rainfall since Tuesday has caused renewed river level rises along the upper Flinders River. Minor flooding has eased along the Flinders River at Richmond, where river levels are falling following a moderate flood peak during Saturday.
Downstream along the lower Flinders River at Walkers Bend, major flooding is expected to continue falling slowly following a major flood peak earlier this month.
Isolated showers and thunderstorms are forecast over the next few days, but are not expected to contribute to any significant river level rises.

Flinders River to Richmond:
Minor flooding is no longer occurring at Richmond.
No current observations are available for the Flinders River at Richmond Post Office. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level is expected to be below the minor flood level (5.00 m) and falling following a moderate flood peak during Saturday.
The Flinders River at Richmond Post Office is expected to remain below the minor flood level (5.00 m).

Flinders River downstream of Richmond:
Major flooding is expected to be continuing along the Flinders River downstream of Richmond.
River level observations are unavailable for the Flinders River at Walkers Bend. The river level is expected to be above the major flood level (8.00 m) and falling slowly.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is expected to remain above the major flood level for 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 01:00 PM AEST on Tuesday 20 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Flinders River at Glendower Crossing,1.05,steady,10:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Porcupine Creek at Mt Emu Plains,1.79,steady,10:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Flinders River at Punchbowl,5.98,rising,10:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Flinders River at Etta Plains,6.17,steady,10:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Julia Creek,2.18,steady,10:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Gilliat River at Wills Development Road,7.51,steady,10:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Cloncurry River at Cloncurry,1.50,steady,10:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Cloncurry River at Canobie,7.58,steady,10:00 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 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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Moderate Flood Warning For The Suttor And Final Flood Warning For The Cape River
Issued at 09:58 AM AEST on Monday 19 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 16

MODERATE FLOODING LIKELY TO CONTINUE AT ST ANNS INTO TUESDAY
Moderate to heavy rainfall was observed across parts of the Burdekin River catchment during the last week, with particularly heavy falls over parts of the Belyando and Suttor River catchments. Moderate flooding is likely to continue along the Suttor River at St Anns for the next few days.
Minor flooding has now eased along the Cape River at Taemas after a peak was observed on Friday. Downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam, river levels are elevated, however, they are expected to remain below minor flood levels.
A chance of showers and thunderstorms is forecast across parts of the Burdekin River catchment over the next few days. This rainfall is not expected to cause significant additional river level rises.

Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Suttor River at St Anns.
The Suttor River at St Anns is currently at 6.98 m and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Suttor River at St Anns is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (6.50 m) for the next few days as upstream flows arrive.

Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Minor flooding has eased along the Cape River at Taemas.
The Cape River at Taemas is currently at 4.56 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Cape River at Taemas is likely to remain below the minor flood level (5.00 m).

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 11:00 AM AEST on Tuesday 20 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Burdekin River at Mt Fullstop,2.80,steady,9:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Paluma Dam,-0.38,steady,5:41 am Mon 19/01/26
Running River at Mt Bradley,1.40,rising,9:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Star River at Laroona,2.44,steady,9:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Burdekin River at Gainsford,3.62,steady,9:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Keelbottom Creek at Keelbottom,1.44,steady,9:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Burdekin River at Sellheim,2.90,steady,9:21 am Mon 19/01/26
Alpha Creek at Rivington,0.72,steady,6:57 am Mon 19/01/26
Belyando River at Albro Station,7.10,steady,7:45 am Sat 17/01/26
Belyando River at Belyando Crossing,6.79,steady,9:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Suttor River at St Anns,6.98,steady,9:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Cape River at Pentland,2.29,steady,9:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Cape River at Taemas,4.56,falling,9:30 am Mon 19/01/26
Burdekin Dam,2.19,steady,8:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Bowen River at Myuna,2.01,falling,9:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Burdekin River at Dalbeg,7.68,steady,9:43 am Mon 19/01/26
Bogie River at Strathbogie,1.97,steady,7:51 am Mon 19/01/26
Burdekin River at Millaroo,7.75,steady,9:28 am Mon 19/01/26
Burdekin River at Clare,7.20,steady,9:35 am Mon 19/01/26
Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge,5.50,falling,9:32 am Mon 19/01/26
Burdekin River at Rita Island,-1.70,falling,9:30 am Mon 19/01/26
Burdekin River at Groper Creek,1.74,rising,9:32 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, Alice And Barcoo Rivers
Issued at 01:59 PM AEST on Sunday 18 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 21

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT STONEHENGE AND MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT JUNDAH FROM MONDAY EVENING
RENEWED MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT CAMOOLA PARK AND LONGREACH FROM MONDAY
Along the Thomson River the main flood peak has passed Longreach and is around Bogewong. This peak may result in moderate flooding downstream at Stonehenge from Monday evening and minor flooding at Jundah from overnight Monday into Tuesday. Further upstream another peak has passed through Muttaburra and may result in minor flooding at Camoola Park from 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 Barcaldine.

Thomson River:
Moderate flooding is possible at Stonehenge along the Thomson River. Moderate flooding is occurring at Bogewong. Minor flooding is occurring along the Darr River following a moderate flood peak. Renewed minor flooding is possible at Camoola Park and Longreach.
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 steady.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park may exceed the minor flood level (2.00 m) during Monday as upstream flows arrive.

The Thomson River at Longreach is currently at 3.11 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 around Wednesday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

The Thomson River at Stonehenge is currently at 2.20 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge may peak near the moderate flood level (3.00 m) around Monday evening.

The Thomson River at Jundah is currently at 1.72 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Thomson River at Jundah is likely to exceed the minor flood level (2.50 m) from overnight Monday into Tuesday. 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 may remain around the minor flood level (2.00 m) for the remainder of Sunday and into Monday.

No observations are currently available for the Alice River at Barcaldine. However, it is estimated that the river level is above the minor flood level and falling following a minor flood peak during Saturday.
The Alice River at Barcaldine may remain above the minor flood level (3.00 m) for the remainder of Sunday and into Monday.

Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Minor flooding has eased along the Barcoo River at Retreat.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is currently at 1.49 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is expected to remain below the minor flood level (2.14 m).

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 Monday 19 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,3.36,steady,1:00 pm Sun 18/01/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,2.52,steady,12:00 pm Sun 18/01/26
Thomson River at Camoola Park,3.15,falling,6:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Thomson River at Longreach,3.10,steady,1:00 pm Sun 18/01/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,4.63,steady,12:00 pm Sun 18/01/26
Thomson River at Jundah,1.72,steady,7:30 am Sun 18/01/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,0.95,steady,10:49 am Sun 18/01/26
Jordan Creek at Jericho,2.50,steady,1:41 pm Sun 18/01/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,6.33,falling,1:00 pm Sun 18/01/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,1.47,steady,1:00 pm Sun 18/01/26

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.