Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall
for North West and parts of Gulf Country, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders and Channel Country Forecast Districts.
Issued at 7:53 pm Friday, 27 February 2026.
Severe thunderstorms with heavy falls are continuing this afternoon in the northwest of the state.
Weather Situation
Slow moving thunderstorms are developing along a surface trough in a very moist airmass generating heavy falls this afternoon.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Gulf Country, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders, North West and Channel Country
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Mount Isa, Cloncurry, Julia Creek, Camooweal, Boulia and Dajarra.
48 mm of rainfall was recorded at Dajarra Airport in the 1 hour to 3:39 pm.
Emergency services advise people to:
* Park your car undercover away from trees.
* Close doors and windows.
* Keep asthma medications close by. Storms and wind can trigger asthma attacks.
* Charge mobile phones and power banks in case the power goes out.
* Put your pets somewhere safe and make sure they can be identified in case they get lost.
* Do not drive now unless you have to because conditions are dangerous.
* Tell friends, family and neighbours in the area.
* Go inside a strong building now. Stay inside until the storm has passed.
The next warning is due to be issued by 10:55 pm.
Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and emergency services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.
Forecast
Eromanga (26.6687°S, 143.2674°E, 156m AMSL) Eromanga,QLD set as my default location ›
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7 day forecast
Eromanga 7 day forecast
Today: Partly cloudy. High chance of showers near the Northern Territory border, medium chance elsewhere. The chance of a thunderstorm, possibly severe with heavy rain which may lead to flash flooding. Winds NE/SE 15 to 25 km/h becoming NE 25 to 35 km/h before dawn. Overnight temperatures falling to the low to mid 20s with daytime temperatures reaching the low to mid 30s.
Forecast for Eromanga (26.6687°S, 143.2674°E, 156m AMSL) Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Summary
Minimum 26° 26° 26° 26° 25° 25° 26° Maximum 36° 36° 37° 36° 36° 37° 38° Chance of rain 20% 20% 10% 10% 10% 20% 10% Likely amount < 1mm < 1mm < 1mm < 1mm < 1mm < 1mm < 1mm UV index Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Fire Danger Rating Moderate Moderate Moderate Moderate - - - Frost risk Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm Wind speed 29
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(km/h)29
(km/h)18
(km/h)25
(km/h)15
(km/h)23
(km/h)19
(km/h)23
(km/h)20
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(km/h)21
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(km/h)Wind direction ENE NE NE NE NE ENE NE E NE ESE ENE SE E SE Relative humidity 66% 46% 65% 44% 61% 39% 56% 34% 52% 31% 50% 31% 50% 30% Dew point 22°C 22°C 22°C 21°C 22°C 20°C 20°C 17°C 18°C 16°C 18°C 17°C 19°C 17°C First light 5:59am 6:00am 6:01am 6:01am 6:02am 6:02am 6:03am Sunrise 6:23am 6:23am 6:24am 6:24am 6:25am 6:25am 6:26am Sunset 7:01pm 7:00pm 6:59pm 6:58pm 6:57pm 6:56pm 6:55pm Last light 7:24pm 7:24pm 7:23pm 7:22pm 7:21pm 7:20pm 7:19pm -
Sunrise and sunset times
Sunrise / Sunset for Eromanga (26.6687°S, 143.2674°E, 156m AMSL) First light Sunrise Sunset Last light Moon rise Moon set Moon phase Full moon Last quarter New moon First quarter 5:59am EST 6:23am EST 7:01pm EST 7:24pm EST 4:54pm EST 2:39am EST
Waxing gibbous
Full moon Mar 03 Last quarter Mar 11 New moon Mar 19 First quarter Mar 26 Eromanga sun & moon times
SaturdayFirst light5:59am
ESTSunrise6:23am
ESTSunset7:01pm
ESTLast light7:24pm
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Next OccurrenceMoon riseSat
4:54pm
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2:39am
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Mar 03
Last quarterLast quarter Wed
Mar 11
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Mar 19
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Mar 26
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Weather Warnings
Fri 7:53pm UTC Severe thunderstorm advice QLDFri 7:53pm UTC Severe thunderstorm advice QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall
for North West and parts of Gulf Country, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders and Channel Country Forecast Districts.
Issued at 7:53 pm Friday, 27 February 2026.
Severe thunderstorms with heavy falls are continuing this afternoon in the northwest of the state.
Weather Situation
Slow moving thunderstorms are developing along a surface trough in a very moist airmass generating heavy falls this afternoon.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Gulf Country, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders, North West and Channel Country
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Mount Isa, Cloncurry, Julia Creek, Camooweal, Boulia and Dajarra.
48 mm of rainfall was recorded at Dajarra Airport in the 1 hour to 3:39 pm.
Emergency services advise people to:
* Park your car undercover away from trees.
* Close doors and windows.
* Keep asthma medications close by. Storms and wind can trigger asthma attacks.
* Charge mobile phones and power banks in case the power goes out.
* Put your pets somewhere safe and make sure they can be identified in case they get lost.
* Do not drive now unless you have to because conditions are dangerous.
* Tell friends, family and neighbours in the area.
* Go inside a strong building now. Stay inside until the storm has passed.
The next warning is due to be issued by 10:55 pm.
Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and emergency services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.Fri 4:08pm UTC Severe weather advice QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Cancellation Of Severe Weather Warning
for North West and Channel Country Forecast Districts.
Issued at 4:07 pm Friday, 27 February 2026.
Heavy rainfall has eased in the far southwest of the state.
Weather Situation
A slow-moving tropical low has moved further into the Northern Territory, with the heaviest rainfall now across the border.
cancellation of severe weather warning for the following areas:
North West and Channel Country
Heavy rainfall has eased through the far southwest. Severe thunderstorm warnings for parts of the North West and Channel Country are current, please check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts?stateName=Queensland for the latest information. Isolated heavy rainfall remains possible about northwestern and far western Queensland with Severe Thunderstorm Warnings to be issued if required.
This warning is now cancelled.
Emergency services advise people to:
* Never drive, walk, play or ride through floodwater. It is dangerous.
* Stay away from storm water drains.
* Stay away from fallen powerlines.
* Drive slowly and never drive through floodwaters. If the road is flooded or damaged, go another way.
* For storm help, call the SES on 132 500 or download the free SES Assistance QLD app.
No further warnings will be issued for this event.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and emergency services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.Fri 4:08pm UTC Severe weather advice QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Cancellation Of Severe Weather Warning
for North West and Channel Country Forecast Districts.
Issued at 4:07 pm Friday, 27 February 2026.
Heavy rainfall has eased in the far southwest of the state.
Weather Situation
A slow-moving tropical low has moved further into the Northern Territory, with the heaviest rainfall now across the border.
cancellation of severe weather warning for the following areas:
North West and Channel Country
Heavy rainfall has eased through the far southwest. Severe thunderstorm warnings for parts of the North West and Channel Country are current, please check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts?stateName=Queensland for the latest information. Isolated heavy rainfall remains possible about northwestern and far western Queensland with Severe Thunderstorm Warnings to be issued if required.
This warning is now cancelled.
Emergency services advise people to:
* Never drive, walk, play or ride through floodwater. It is dangerous.
* Stay away from storm water drains.
* Stay away from fallen powerlines.
* Drive slowly and never drive through floodwaters. If the road is flooded or damaged, go another way.
* For storm help, call the SES on 132 500 or download the free SES Assistance QLD app.
No further warnings will be issued for this event.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and emergency services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.Fri 2:55pm UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations
Major Flood Warning For The Georgina River And Eyre Creek
Issued at 02:55 PM AEST on Friday 27 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 43
RIVER LEVELS STEADY AROUND THE MAJOR FLOOD LEVEL AT MARION DOWNS, WITH FURTHER RISES AND A SIGNIFICANT MAJOR FLOOD PEAK LIKELY NEXT WEEK
MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT GLENGYLE FROM THE WEEKEND AND MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT BEDOURIE
RAPID RIVER AND CREEK LEVEL RISES AND FURTHER FLOODING POSSIBLE ACROSS THE GEORGINA CATCHMENT OVER THE COMING DAYS
Areas of heavy rainfall are forecast to continue across parts of the Georgina River and Eyre Creek catchments for the next couple days, with significant rainfall and river level rises having been observed across the catchment over the last several days.
Along the Upper Georgina River, a flood peak is currently near Urandangi, and significant level rises are occurring at Roxborough Downs, with levels approaching the major flood level. These flows, in addition to inflows from neighbouring tributaries, have caused near-major flooding at Marion Downs. Further rises are expected over the coming days as additional upstream flows arrive.
Further downstream along Eyre Creek, an earlier peak is approaching Bedourie, where moderate flooding is occurring. River level rises are occurring at Glengyle, where major flooding is possible from the weekend.
Further rainfall is expected across the catchment for the remainder of Friday before easing into the weekend. This is likely to cause additional river rises, localised flooding and overland inundation. Road access may be affected, and some communities may become isolated. The situation is being closely monitored and warnings will be updated as required.
Peak forecasts will be provided as upstream peaks are observed.
A Severe Weather Warning is current for heavy rainfall for parts of the lower catchment.
Georgina River to Marion Downs:
Major flooding is likely at Marion Downs. Moderate flooding is occurring at Roxborough Downs and Glenormiston, with levels approaching the major flood level at Roxborough Downs.
The Georgina River at Marion Downs is currently at 4.88 m and steady, just below the major flood level (5.00 m).
The Georgina River at Marion Downs is expected to remain around the major flood level (5.00 m) overnight Friday into Saturday. Further rises are expected over the coming days, with a significant major flood peak likely to arrive next week.
Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs:
River level rises are occurring along the Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs.
Eyre Creek:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Eyre Creek at Bedourie. Major flooding is possible at Glengyle. Moderate flooding is occurring along King Creek at Cluny.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is currently at 4.47 m and rising, with moderate flooding.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) into early next week. Further rises are likely as upstream flows arrive.
The Eyre Creek at Glengyle is currently at 3.40 m and rising, with moderate flooding.
The Eyre Creek at Glengyle may exceed the major flood level (4.00 m) during the weekend. 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 03:00 PM AEST on Saturday 28 February 2026.
Latest River Heights:
Georgina River at Roxborough Downs Tm,7.76,rising,2:00 pm Fri 27/02/26
Georgina River at Glenormiston,4.70,steady,9:00 am Thu 26/02/26
Burke River at Boulia,2.87,rising,2:00 pm Fri 27/02/26
Georgina River at Marion Downs,4.95,steady,9:00 am Fri 27/02/26
Eyre Creek at Bedourie,4.47,steady,9:00 am Fri 27/02/26
Eyre Creek at Glengyle,3.40,steady,9:00 am Fri 27/02/26
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.Fri 2:03pm UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations
Minor Flood Warning For The Paroo River (Qld)
Issued at 02:03 PM AEST on Friday 27 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 13
MINOR FLOOD PEAK OCCURRING AT HUNGERFORD, RENEWED RISES POSSIBLE INTO NEXT WEEK
The main flood peak along the Paroo River in Queensland is currently passing through Hungerford, where a prolonged minor flood peak is occurring. Further upstream, another peak is approaching Caiwarro, where renewed minor flooding is occurring.
Further rainfall remains possible across the catchment during the next few days, which may lead to additional river level rises.
A Minor Flood Warning is current for the Paroo River in NSW.
Paroo River downstream of Eulo:
Minor flooding is occurring at Hungerford.
The Paroo River at Hungerford began peaking at 1.26 m around 03:30 pm Wednesday 25 February, with minor flooding. The river is currently at 1.25 m and steady around this peak, with minor flooding.
The Paroo River at Hungerford is likely to remain above the minor flood level (1.00 m) for the remainder of Friday and into Saturday. Renewed rises are likely into next week as flows arrive from upstream. Forecasts will be updated 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 Saturday 28 February 2026.
Latest River Heights:
Paroo River at Caiwarro,1.56,steady,1:00 pm Fri 27/02/26
Paroo River at Hungerford,1.25,steady,8:40 am Thu 26/02/26
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.Fri 1:55pm UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian 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 01:55 PM AEST on Friday 27 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 57
MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT JUNDAH, WINDORAH OVER THE WEEKEND AND INTO NEXT WEEK
MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT CAMOOLA PARK, LONGREACH, AND POSSIBLE AT STONEHENGE, RETREAT FROM FRIDAY AFTERNOON
Multiple flood peaks are currently moving through the Thomson River. Following a moderate flood peak on Monday morning, renewed rises are occurring at Camoola Park above the moderate flood level. An initial flood peak has passed Longreach, where moderate flooding is continuing. Further downstream at Stonehenge, slow renewed river level rises are occurring and approaching the moderate flood level, as upstream flows arrive. As these flows continue to move downstream, rises and moderate flooding are occurring at Jundah with major flooding possible over the weekend.
Along the Barcoo River, the main peak is now downstream of Wahroongha and approaching Glenlock. As these flows move downstream, minor flooding is continuing at Retreat, with renewed river level rises occurring and moderate flooding possible from the weekend.
Along the Cooper Creek, renewed minor flooding is occurring at Windorah (Main Channel), with the renewed river level rises are likely to exceed the moderate flood level during Friday and to exceed the major flood level form late in the weekend and into next week. Further rises are likely as upstream flows arrive from the Thomson and Barcoo Rivers.
Peak forecasts will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.
In the lower Cooper Creek catchment, moderate to heavy rainfall was recorded in the last few days which has caused minor to moderate flooding along the lower Cooper Creek and its tributaries.
Thomson River:
Minor to moderate flooding is occurring along the Thomson River and its tributaries, with major flooding possible at Jundah over the weekend and into next week.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park is currently at 4.60 m and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) for the next few days. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.
The Thomson River at Longreach is currently at 4.91 m and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Thomson River at Longreach may reach around 5.10 m over the weekend, with moderate flooding. The river is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (4.30 m) in to next week. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.
No observations are currently available for the Thomson River at Stonehenge. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level is estimated to be above the minor flood level (2.00 m) with renewed rises occurring.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge is likely to reach the moderate flood level (3.00 m) over the weekend. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.
The Thomson River at Jundah is currently at 4.00 m and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Thomson River at Jundah may remain around the moderate flood level (4.00 m) during Friday 27 February with renewed rises likely. The river may reach around 5.00 m over the weekend, with major flooding. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.
Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Barcoo River at Retreat. Minor flooding is occurring at Wahroongha.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is currently at 2.94 m and steady, with minor flooding.
Renewed river level rises are likely along the Barcoo River at Retreat, where moderate flooding (4.50 m) is possible over the weekend. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.
Cooper Creek:
Major flooding is possible along the Cooper Creek at Windorah over the weekend and into next week. Minor flooding is occurring at Nappa Merrie.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah is currently at 4.29 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah may exceed the moderate flood level (4.57 m) overnight Friday into Saturday. The creek may exceed the major flood level (5.00 m) from late in the weekend. 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 Saturday 28 February 2026.
Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,4.94,steady,1:00 pm Fri 27/02/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,4.34,steady,12:00 pm Fri 27/02/26
Thomson River at Camoola Park,4.60,steady,7:00 am Fri 27/02/26
Thomson River at Longreach,4.91,steady,1:00 pm Fri 27/02/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,4.88,steady,12:00 pm Fri 27/02/26
Thomson River at Jundah,4.00,steady,7:00 am Fri 27/02/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,0.90,steady,11:55 am Fri 27/02/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,4.70,steady,1:00 pm Fri 27/02/26
Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office,3.10,falling,3:00 pm Thu 26/02/26
Barcoo River at Wahroongha,2.60,steady,8:00 am Fri 27/02/26
Barcoo River at Glenlock,3.50,steady,7:30 am Fri 27/02/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,2.94,steady,1:00 pm Fri 27/02/26
Cooper Creek at Windorah (Lignum Channel),0.13,steady,12:00 pm Fri 27/02/26
Cooper Creek at Windorah,4.29,steady,7:00 am Fri 27/02/26
Cooper Creek at Nappa Merrie,4.18,falling,1:00 pm Fri 27/02/26
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.Fri 1:24pm UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Australia
Flood Watch For Parts Of The Eastern And Central Inland Areas Of The Northern Territory
Issued at 01:24 PM ACST on Friday 27 February 2026
Flood Watch Number: 10
RIVER LEVEL RISES AND AREAS OF FLOODING OCCURRING ACROSS THE FLOOD WATCH AREA
FURTHER FLOODING EXPECTED OVER THE NEXT FEW DAYS
Catchments likely to be affected include:
Georgina River and Eyre Creek
Finke River and Stephenson Creek
MacDonnell Ranges
Simpson Desert
Central Desert
Tanami Desert
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 01:30 PM ACST on Saturday 28 February 2026.Fri 11:48am UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations
Moderate Flood Warning For The Bulloo River
Issued at 11:48 AM AEST on Friday 27 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 15
MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT THARGOMINDAH
Floodwater from recent rainfall continues to move along the lower Bulloo River. The main flood peak is currently approaching Thargomindah, where moderate flooding is occurring. Further upstream, renewed river level rises are occurring above Quilpie but are not expected to reach the minor flood level at Quilpie at this stage.
Further showers and storms are possible over the next few days, which may result in further river level rises along the Bulloo River.
Bulloo River downstream of Quilpie:
Moderate flooding is occurring at Autumnvale and Thargomindah.
The Bulloo River at Thargomindah is currently at 4.69 m and steady, above the moderate flood level (4.5 m).
The Bulloo River at Thargomindah may reach around 4.90 m during Saturday, with moderate 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 12:00 PM AEST on Saturday 28 February 2026.
Latest River Heights:
Bulloo River at Quilpie,1.91,rising,11:00 am Fri 27/02/26
Bulloo River at Autumnvale,5.78,steady,11:00 am Fri 27/02/26
Bulloo River at Thargomindah,4.69,steady,8:15 am Fri 27/02/26
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.Fri 10:05am UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations
Moderate Flood Warning For The Western And Diamantina Rivers
Issued at 10:05 AM AEST on Friday 27 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 57
MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE ALONG THE DIAMANTINA RIVER AT BIRDSVILLE FROM FRIDAY AFTERNOON AND OCCURRING ALONG THE WESTERN RIVER AT WINTON
RAPID RIVER AND CREEK LEVEL RISES AND FLOODING OCCURRING IN THE LOWER DIAMANTINA CATCHMENT
Significant rainfall has been observed across the Diamantina catchment during the last few days. Areas of heavy rainfall are forecast to continue across lower parts of the catchment during Friday, which may result in rapid river level rises and localised flooding.
River level rises are occurring along the lower Diamantina River and its tributaries from recent rainfall, with minor flooding occurring at Birdsville. Moderate flooding is possible at Birdsville from Friday afternoon as upstream flows arrive.
Further upstream along the Diamantina River, river levels remain above the moderate flood level at Diamantina Lakes and above the minor level at Monkira. Further river level rises are likely downstream of Diamantina Lakes over the next few days as upstream flows arrive.
Along the Western River at Winton, river levels are estimated to be above the moderate flood level and slowly falling.
A Severe Weather Warning is current for heavy, locally intense rainfall in lower parts of the catchment, including Birdsville and Davenport Downs Station.
Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is currently at 4.89 m and rising, above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) and well above the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway level (2.10 m).
Western River:
Moderate flooding is expected to be slowly easing along the Western River at Winton.
No observations are currently available for the Western River at Winton. It is estimated that the river level is currently above the moderate flood level (2.00 m) and falling.
The Western River at Winton is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (2.00 m) through the remainder of Friday.
Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
Moderate flooding is occurring at Roseberth and is possible at Birdsville, where minor flooding is occurring. Minor flooding is occurring at Monkira. Rapid river level rises are possible along the Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes, with forecast heavy rainfall. Further rises are also possible as upstream flows arrive.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is currently at 5.20 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station may exceed the moderate flood level (6.00 m) Friday afternoon. The river may reach around 6.50 m during Saturday, with moderate flooding. Further rises are possible with forecast rain. Forecasts will be updated 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 12:00 PM AEST on Saturday 28 February 2026.
Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,2.41,falling,9:00 am Fri 27/02/26
Western River at Winton,2.35,falling,9:00 am Wed 25/02/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,2.75,rising,5:45 am Fri 27/02/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,4.89,steady,9:00 am Fri 27/02/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,3.68,steady,9:00 am Fri 27/02/26
Diamantina River at Roseberth Station,5.15,steady,7:00 am Fri 27/02/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,5.20,rising,9:00 am Fri 27/02/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,5.41,steady,8:55 am Fri 27/02/26
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.For extended forecasts and greater detail visit weather zone°- Severe Thunderstorm Warning (Heavy Rainfall) for North West & parts of Gulf Country, Northern Goldfields & Upper Flinders & Channel Country
- Severe Thunderstorm Warning (Heavy Rainfall) for North West & parts of Gulf Country, Northern Goldfields & Upper Flinders & Channel Country
- Cancellation Of Severe Weather Warning for North West and Channel Country
- Cancellation Of Severe Weather Warning for North West and Channel Country
- Major Flood Warning For The Georgina River And Eyre Creek
- Minor Flood Warning For The Paroo River (Qld)
- Major Flood Warning For The Thomson River And Cooper Creek And Moderate Flood Warning For The Barcoo River
- Flood Watch For Parts Of The Eastern And Central Inland Areas Of The Northern Territory
- Moderate Flood Warning For The Bulloo River
- Moderate Flood Warning For The Western And Diamantina Rivers
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Temperature for next 7 days
0 Saturday Saturday 36 1 Sunday Sunday 36 2 Monday Monday 37 3 Tuesday Tuesday 36 4 Wednesday Wednesday 36 5 Thursday Thursday 37 6 Friday Friday 38 7 Friday Friday 38 -
Rain for next 7 days
0 Saturday Saturday 0 1 Sunday Sunday 0 2 Monday Monday 0 3 Tuesday Tuesday 0 4 Wednesday Wednesday 0 5 Thursday Thursday 0 6 Friday Friday 0 7 Friday Friday 0