Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Minor Flood Warning For The Paroo River (Qld)
Issued at 02:36 PM AEST on Friday 20 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 6

MINOR FLOODING ESTIMATED TO BE OCCURRING AT HUNGERFORD AND EULO
The main flood peak along the Paroo River is around Eulo, where minor flooding is estimated to be occurring. Downstream at Hungerford, minor flooding is estimated to be 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 estimated to be occurring at Eulo.
No observations are currently available for the Paroo River at Eulo, but the river level is estimated to be around a peak above the minor flood level.
The Paroo River at Eulo may remain above the minor flood level (2.60 m) for the next few days.

Paroo River downstream of Eulo:
Minor flooding is estimated to be occurring at Hungerford.
The Paroo River at Hungerford was at 1.01 metres around 4:00 pm Thursday 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. Further rises are possible as the main flood peak arrives.

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 21 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Paroo River at Caiwarro,1.68,steady,2:00 pm Fri 20/02/26
Paroo River at Hungerford,1.01,steady,4:00 pm 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 Thomson River And Cooper Creek And Minor Flooding For The Barcoo River
Issued at 02:03 PM AEST on Friday 20 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 48

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT WINDORAH AND CAMOOLA PARK FROM SUNDAY
MINOR FLOODING CONTINUING AT RETREAT
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT JUNDAH FROM SATURDAY AND LONGREACH FROM SUNDAY
Minor flooding is continuing along the Barcoo River at Retreat following a peak early Tuesday morning. Further downstream, minor flooding is occurring along Cooper Creek at Windorah (Main Channel), with moderate flooding possible over the weekend as upstream flows arrive.
In the upper Barcoo River, minor flooding is easing following a peak at Isisford Wednesday morning.
Along the Thomson River at Camoola Park, minor flooding is occurring, with moderate flooding possible over the weekend as upstream flows arrive. Further downstream, minor flooding is possible at Longreach from Sunday and Jundah from Saturday. Further rises are likely as upstream flows from Camoola Park continue to arrive.
Further rainfall and showers are possible over parts of the catchment for the next few days. This warning will be updated as required.

Thomson River:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Thomson River at Camoola Park, with minor flooding possible at Longreach and Jundah. Minor flooding is occurring at Bogewong.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park is currently around 3.30 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park may reach around the moderate flood level (4.00 m) Sunday.

The Thomson River at Longreach is currently at 2.65 m and slowly rising, below the minor flood level.
The Thomson River at Longreach may exceed the minor flood level (3.30 m) Sunday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

The Thomson River at Jundah is currently at 2.16 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Thomson River at Jundah may reach the minor flood level (2.50 m) from Saturday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Barcoo River to Isisford:
Minor flooding has eased along the Barcoo River upstream of Isisford.
The Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office is currently at 3.00 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office is likely to remain below the minor flood level (4.00 m).

Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Barcoo River.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is currently at 3.68 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is likely to remain above the minor flood level (2.14 m) over the weekend. Further rises are possible 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 4.45 m and rising slowly, with minor flooding.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah (Main Channel) may reach around the moderate flood level (4.57 m) Sunday. 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 Monday 23 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,4.14,steady,1:00 pm Fri 20/02/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,4.93,steady,12:00 pm Fri 20/02/26
Thomson River at Camoola Park,3.30,rising,6:00 am Fri 20/02/26
Thomson River at Longreach,2.66,steady,1:00 pm Fri 20/02/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,2.85,steady,1:44 pm Fri 20/02/26
Thomson River at Jundah,2.16,steady,7:00 am Fri 20/02/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,0.90,steady,2:56 am Fri 20/02/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,5.04,steady,1:00 pm Fri 20/02/26
Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office,3.00,falling,11:55 am Fri 20/02/26
Barcoo River at Glenlock,2.20,falling,9:00 am Wed 18/02/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,3.68,steady,1:00 pm Fri 20/02/26
Cooper Creek at Windorah,4.45,steady,6:30 am Fri 20/02/26

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 Isaac River And Minor Flood Warning For The Dawson River
Issued at 01:24 PM AEST on Friday 20 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 8

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT YATTON FROM AROUND MIDDAY SATURDAY
MINOR FLOODING MAY CONTINUE AT BARALABA FOR THE NEXT FEW DAYS
Moderate to heavy rainfall since Thursday morning has caused river level rises across Connors and Isaac Rivers and tributaries. Minor flooding is likely at Yatton from overnight Friday and moderate flooding is possible during Saturday.
Floodwaters are moving into the Dawson River downstream of Theodore, where minor flooding is continuing at Baralaba.
Further showers and thunderstorms are forecast across the catchment during the next few days, which may lead to additional river level rises. This warning will be updated as required.

Dawson River downstream of Theodore:
Minor flooding is expected to be occurring along the Dawson River downstream of Theodore.
No current observations are available for the Dawson River at Baralaba. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level is estimated to be around the minor flood level (4.00 m) and steady.
The Dawson River at Baralaba may remain around the minor flood level (4.00 m) for the next few days.

Connors and Isaac Rivers:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Connors River at Pink Lagoon. Moderate flooding possible along the Isaac River at Yatton.
The Isaac River at Yatton is currently at 4.90 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Isaac River at Yatton is likely to exceed the minor flood level (7.50 m) overnight Friday into Saturday. The river may reach around the moderate flood level (9.50 m) around midday Saturday. Further rises are possible.

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 21 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Dawson River at Utopia Downs,1.71,steady,12:00 pm Fri 20/02/26
Dawson River at Tarana Crossing,1.43,steady,12:09 pm Fri 20/02/26
Juandah Creek at Windamere,0.91,steady,12:00 pm Fri 20/02/26
Dawson River at Taroom,2.67,falling,12:00 pm Fri 20/02/26
Dawson River at Gyranda Weir,0.57,steady,12:00 pm Fri 20/02/26
Dawson River at Theodore Weir,6.94,steady,12:00 pm Fri 20/02/26
Dawson River at Moura Weir,0.65,steady,12:00 pm Fri 20/02/26
Mimosa Creek at Karamea,2.11,steady,1:07 pm Fri 20/02/26
Dawson River at Baralaba TW,3.76,steady,1:00 pm Fri 20/02/26
Dawson River at Knebworth,4.66,falling,12:48 pm Fri 20/02/26
Isaac River at Fitzroy Developmental Rd Bridge,0.00,steady,1:00 pm Fri 20/02/26
Connors River at Pink Lagoon,7.66,rising,12:20 pm Fri 20/02/26
Isaac River at Yatton,4.90,rising,12:20 pm Fri 20/02/26

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 Paroo River (Nsw)
Issued at 10:56 AM AEDT on Friday 20 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 3

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WILLARA CROSSING
Recent rainfall across the Paroo catchment has resulted in river level rises and minor flooding along the Paroo River in Queensland. Flood waters arriving from the Paroo River in Queensland have caused river level rises, with minor flooding occurring at Willara Crossing and a minor peak possible Saturday morning.
Renewed river level rises are possible as upstream flows arrive. This situation is being monitored, and this warning will be updated as required.
A minor flood warning is current for the Paroo River (QLD).

Paroo River (NSW):
Minor flooding occurring at Willara Crossing.

The Paroo River at Willara Crossing is currently at 0.75 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Paroo River at Willara Crossing may peak near 1.00 m Saturday morning, with minor 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.ses.nsw.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 warning will be issued by 11:00 AM AEDT on Saturday 21 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cuttaburra Channel at Turra,0.82,steady,10:45 am Fri 20/02/26
Paroo River at Caiwarro,1.65,steady,9:00 am Fri 20/02/26
Paroo River at Hungerford,1.01,steady,4:00 pm Thu 19/02/26
Paroo River at Willara Crossing,0.75,rising,10:30 am Fri 20/02/26

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 09:42 AM AEST on Friday 20 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 8

MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT QUILPIE AND POSSIBLE AT THARGOMINDAH FROM SUNDAY
A major flood peak was recorded at Quilpie during Wednesday evening, where the river level is now above the moderate flood level and slowly easing. Further downstream at Thargomindah, minor flooding is possible from overnight Friday into Saturday, and moderate flooding is possible from Sunday as upstream flows arrive.

Bulloo River to Quilpie:
Moderate flooding is slowly easing along the Bulloo River at Quilpie.
The Bulloo River at Quilpie is currently at 4.60 m and falling, with moderate flooding.
The Bulloo River at Quilpie is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) into Saturday.

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 overnight Friday into Saturday. The river may exceed the moderate flood level (4.50 m) from Sunday. 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 Saturday 21 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Bulloo River at Quilpie,4.60,falling,9:00 am Fri 20/02/26
Bulloo River at Autumnvale,4.06,rising,9:00 am Fri 20/02/26

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

Final Flood Warning For The Warrego River (Qld)
Issued at 12:52 PM AEST on Wednesday 18 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 2

MINOR FLOODING NO LONGER OCCURRING AT AUGATHELLA
Moderate to heavy rainfall observed across parts of the Warrego River catchment over the weekend resulted in river level rises along the upper Warrego River. At Augathella river levels peaked Tuesday morning with minor flooding, and fell below the minor flood level Tuesday afternoon.
At Charleville, river levels are expected to peak below the minor flood level.

Warrego River to Charleville:
Minor flooding is no longer occurring at Augathella.
The Warrego River at Augathella peaked at 4.45 m around 08:15 am Tuesday, with minor flooding. The river is currently at 2.11 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Warrego River at Augathella is likely to remain below the minor flood level (4.00 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:
This is a final warning. No further warnings will be issued for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Warrego River at Augathella,2.09,steady,12:00 pm Wed 18/02/26
Nive River at Biddenham,0.65,steady,11:09 am Wed 18/02/26
Warrego River at The 27 Mile Garden,2.08,rising,10:41 am Wed 18/02/26
Bradley Creek at Raceview,0.35,steady,10:37 am Wed 18/02/26
Bradley Creek at Lower Bradleys,0.35,falling,12:43 pm Wed 18/02/26
Warrego River at Charleville,2.12,steady,5:17 pm Sun 15/02/26
Langlo River at Warilda,1.85,rising,12:15 pm Mon 16/02/26
Ward River at Binnowee,2.51,steady,12:00 pm Wed 18/02/26
Warrego River at Wyandra,1.24,steady,12:00 pm Wed 18/02/26
Warrego River at Wallen,0.38,steady,12:00 pm Wed 18/02/26
Warrego River at Cunnamulla Weir,4.18,steady,12:00 pm 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.