Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Thomson River And Cooper Creek And Moderate Flood Warning For The Barcoo River
Issued at 12:08 PM AEST on Tuesday 24 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 88

MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT JUNDAH AND WINDORAH
MODERATE FLOODING EASING AT STONEHENGE, LIKELY AT RETREAT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON
Along the Thomson River, the main flood peak has passed Jundah, where the river level peaked with major flooding during Monday morning. Upstream, moderate flooding is continuing to ease at Stonehenge, and minor flooding is continuing to ease at Camoola Park and Longreach.
Along the Barcoo River, the main flood peak is around Glenlock. These flood waters are likely to cause moderate flooding at Retreat from Tuesday afternoon.
Along the Cooper Creek at Windorah, major flooding is occurring with a major flood peak expected from Wednesday morning as flows arrive from the Thomson River.
The situation is being monitored and this warning will be updated as required.

Thomson River:
Major flooding is occurring along the Thomson River at Jundah.
At Monday 7:00 am, the Thomson River at Camoola Park was at 3.35 m and falling, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park is likely to remain above the minor flood level (2.00 m) for the next few days.

The Thomson River at Longreach is currently at 4.21 m and falling, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Longreach is likely to remain above the minor flood level (3.30 m) for the next few days.

The Thomson River at Stonehenge is currently at 4.00 m and falling, with moderate flooding.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (3.00 m) for the next few days.

The Thomson River at Jundah peaked at 6.35 m Monday morning, with major flooding. The river is currently at 6.30 m and falling, with major flooding.
The Thomson River at Jundah is likely to remain above the major flood level (5.00 m) for the next few days.

Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Moderate flooding is likely along the Barcoo River at Retreat.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is currently at 3.78 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is likely to exceed the moderate flood level (4.50 m) from Tuesday afternoon. The river may peak near 5.30 m from Wednesday afternoon, with moderate flooding.

Cooper Creek:
Major flooding is occurring along the Cooper Creek at Windorah.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah is currently at 5.41 m and rising, with major flooding.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah may peak near 6.50 m from Wednesday morning, with major flooding.

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 Wednesday 25 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,2.69,steady,11:00 am Tue 24/03/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,2.95,falling,9:00 am Tue 24/03/26
Thomson River at Camoola Park,3.35,falling,6:00 am Mon 23/03/26
Thomson River at Longreach,4.19,steady,11:00 am Tue 24/03/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,5.60,steady,12:00 pm Tue 24/03/26
Thomson River at Stonehenge,4.00,falling,8:45 am Tue 24/03/26
Thomson River at Jundah,6.22,falling,7:00 am Tue 24/03/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,0.90,steady,11:53 am Tue 24/03/26
Barcoo River at Coolagh,4.50,steady,7:05 pm Tue 17/03/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,4.91,steady,11:00 am Tue 24/03/26
Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office,3.10,falling,6:35 am Mon 23/03/26
Barcoo River at Wahroongha,2.55,steady,7:05 am Tue 24/03/26
Barcoo River at Glenlock,4.65,steady,7:30 am Tue 24/03/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,3.78,rising,11:00 am Tue 24/03/26
Cooper Creek at Windorah (Lignum Channel),1.18,steady,11:44 am Tue 24/03/26
Cooper Creek at Windorah,5.41,rising,5:00 pm Mon 23/03/26
Cooper Creek at Durham Downs,2.40,steady,9:00 am Sat 21/03/26
Cooper Creek at Nappa Merrie,2.55,steady,11:00 am Tue 24/03/26

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 Diamantina River
Issued at 02:00 PM AEST on Monday 23 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 74

NEAR MODERATE PEAK POSSIBLE AT BIRDSVILLE FROM THURSDAY
A moderate flood peak passed through Monkira last week and is now around Durrie Station, with rises beginning downstream at Roseberth Station. As these flows move downstream, further river level rises are likely at Birdsville over the next few days with a near moderate peak possible from Thursday. Peak forecasts will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is currently at 4.31 m and slowly rising, above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) and well above the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway level (2.10 m).
Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
Moderate flooding is occurring at Roseberth Station and minor flooding is occurring at Monkira. River levels at Durrie Station and Birdsville are rising with minor flooding.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is currently at 5.45 m and slowly rising, with minor flooding (4.00 m).
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station may peak near the moderate flood level (6.00 m) from Thursday. Peak forecasts will be refined as 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 03:00 PM AEST on Wednesday 25 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,1.45,steady,1:00 pm Mon 23/03/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,1.90,steady,2:55 pm Wed 18/03/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,4.31,steady,1:00 pm Mon 23/03/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,3.81,steady,9:00 am Mon 23/03/26
Diamantina River at Durrie Station,1.82,steady,9:00 am Mon 23/03/26
Diamantina River at Roseberth Station,5.10,steady,7:00 am Mon 23/03/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,5.45,steady,9:00 am Mon 23/03/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,5.70,steady,1:00 pm Mon 23/03/26

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

Major Flood Warning For The Georgina River And Eyre Creek
Issued at 12:27 PM AEST on Monday 23 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 62

MAJOR FLOODING CONTINUING AT GLENGYLE
MAJOR FLOODING EASING SLOWLY AT MARION DOWNS AND BEDOURIE
A second major flood peak along Eyre Creek has passed Bedourie and is approaching Glengyle, where further rises are likely in the next few days.
This situation is being monitored and this warning will be updated as required.

Georgina River to Marion Downs:
Moderate to major flooding is easing slowly along the Georgina River between Roxborough Downs and Marion Downs.
The Georgina River at Marion Downs is currently at 5.50 m and slowly falling, 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:
River levels are elevated along the Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs. Major flooding is easing along King Creek at Cluny.
Eyre Creek:
Major flooding is continuing at Glengyle and easing at Bedourie.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is currently at 5.00 m and slowly falling, with major flooding.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is likely to fall below the major flood level (5.00 m) during Monday and will remain above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) for the next few days.

The Eyre Creek at Glengyle is currently at 5.00 m and slowly falling, with major flooding.
The Eyre Creek at Glengyle is likely to remain above the major flood level (4.00 m) for the next few days, with further rises likely 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 Wednesday 25 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Georgina River at Roxborough Downs Tm,6.25,steady,11:00 am Mon 23/03/26
Georgina River at Glenormiston,4.90,steady,9:00 am Mon 23/03/26
Burke River at Boulia,1.90,steady,11:00 am Mon 23/03/26
Georgina River at Marion Downs,5.50,steady,9:00 am Sun 22/03/26
Eyre Creek at Bedourie,5.00,steady,9:00 am Mon 23/03/26
King Creek at Cluny,4.95,steady,9:00 am Mon 23/03/26
Eyre Creek at Glengyle,4.80,steady,9:00 am Mon 23/03/26

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.