Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Moderate Flood Warning For The Connors-Isaac, Mackenzie And Fitzroy Rivers And Flood Warning For The Nogoa River Catchment
Issued at 05:27 PM AEST on Sunday 18 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 25

MODERATE FLOODING EXPECTED TO BE OCCURRING AT YAAMBA AND POSSIBLE AT ROCKHAMPTON FROM TUESDAY
MODERATE FLOODING TO CONTINUE AT YATTON
RENEWED MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT TARTRUS FROM MONDAY
Multiple flood peaks are currently moving through the Fitzroy River catchment. The main flood peak is along the Mackenzie River approaching Riverslea. Another peak from Theresa Creek has moved through the lower Nogoa River and into the upper Mackenzie River, and is currently between Bingegang Weir and Tartrus. This peak may prolong minor to moderate flooding along the Mackenzie River at Tartrus. Renewed river level rises are also occurring in upper parts of the Connors-Isaac catchment and parts of Theresa Creek following recent rainfall.
River level rises along the Fitzroy River are expected to continue over the next few days as flows arrive from the Mackenzie River. Moderate flooding is expected to be occurring at Yaamba. Minor flooding is likely at Rockhampton from Monday morning and moderate flooding may develop from Tuesday, with a moderate flood peak possible from Wednesday morning. Significant uncertainties remain regarding peak water levels along the lower Fitzroy River and peak forecasts and timings will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.
Showers and thunderstorms are possible over the next few days, which may cause renewed river level rises in parts of the catchment, but are not expected to significantly impact river levels along the Fitzroy River.

Nogoa River:
River levels are elevated along the Theresa Creek, with renewed minor flooding occurring at Gregory Highway.
Connors and Isaac Rivers:
Renewed river rises and moderate flooding are occurring at Pink Lagoon. Downstream, moderate flooding is easing at Yatton.
The Isaac River at Yatton is currently at 12.66 m and falling, with moderate flooding.
The Isaac River at Yatton is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (9.50 m) for the next few days. Small renewed river level rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Mackenzie River:
Major flooding is easing at Coolmaringa. Renewed moderate flooding is possible at Tartrus. Minor flooding is easing at Bedford Weir and upstream of Bingegang Weir.
The Mackenzie River at Tartrus is currently at 12.57 m and falling, with minor flooding.
Renewed river level rises at Tartrus may reach the moderate flood level (13.00 m) from Monday as upstream floodwaters arrive.

Fitzroy River:
Moderate flooding is expected to be occurring at Yaamba and may develop at Rockhampton. Near moderate flooding is occurring at Riverslea.
No observations are currently available for the Fitzroy River at Yaamba. Based on the upstream gauge at Wattlebank, the river level is expected to be above the moderate flood level and rising.
The Fitzroy River at Yaamba is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (12.00 m) for the next few days. The river may peak around 14.00 m overnight Tuesday into Wednesday, with moderate flooding. Peak forecasts will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.

As at 3:00 pm Sunday, the Fitzroy River at Rockhampton was at 5.25 m and falling with the tide, below the minor flood level.
The Fitzroy River at Rockhampton is likely to exceed the minor flood level (7.00 m) Monday morning. The river may exceed the moderate flood level (7.50 m) during Tuesday. The river may peak around 7.80 m from Wednesday morning, with moderate flooding. 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 10:00 PM AEST on Sunday 18 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Dawson River at Knebworth,7.35,steady,4:00 pm Sun 18/01/26
Arcadia Creek at Arcadia Valley School,0.20,steady,5:12 pm Sun 18/01/26
Comet River at The Lake,2.14,steady,4:00 pm Sun 18/01/26
Comet River at Comet Weir,1.90,steady,4:00 pm Sun 18/01/26
Nogoa River at Raymond,3.90,falling,4:46 pm Sun 18/01/26
Nogoa River at Craigmore,7.15,falling,4:00 pm Sun 18/01/26
Nogoa River at Fairbairn Dam,-9.18,steady,4:43 pm Sun 18/01/26
Nogoa River at Emerald,3.26,steady,2:30 pm Sun 18/01/26
Theresa Creek at Gregory Highway,9.36,steady,4:20 pm Sun 18/01/26
Isaac River at Fitzroy Developmental Rd Bridge,5.81,falling,5:00 pm Sun 18/01/26
Connors River at Pink Lagoon,10.54,rising,4:05 pm Sun 18/01/26
Isaac River at Yatton,12.66,steady,4:25 pm Sun 18/01/26
Mackenzie River at Bedford Weir TW,9.27,falling,5:00 pm Sun 18/01/26
Mackenzie River at Bingegang TW,12.18,falling,5:00 pm Sun 18/01/26
Mackenzie River at Bingegang Weir HG,11.10,falling,5:07 pm Sun 18/01/26
Mackenzie River at Tartrus,12.57,falling,4:53 pm Sun 18/01/26
Fitzroy River at Riverslea,20.85,steady,4:00 pm Sun 18/01/26
Fitzroy River at Rockhampton,5.25,falling,3:00 pm Sun 18/01/26
Connor Creek at Port Alma Tide,2.63,falling,12:00 am 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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Thunderstorm Warning - Southeast Queensland
for Heavy Rainfall And Damaging Winds

for parts of Western Downs, South Burnett and Toowoomba Council Areas.

Issued at 5:04 pm Sunday, 18 January 2026.

Severe thunderstorms about the southeast interior this afternoon.

HEAVY RAINFALL and DAMAGING WINDS for the following areas:
Western Downs, South Burnett and Toowoomba
The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 4:55 pm, severe thunderstorms likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and damaging winds were detected near the area east of Dalby. These thunderstorms are moving towards the northeast. They are forecast to affect the ranges north of Jandowae by 5:25 pm and Jandowae by 5:55 pm.
61MM OF RAINFALL WAS RECORDED AT TERRAINE IN THE 30 MINUTES TO 11:33 AM.
47mm of rainfall was recorded at Moffatt in the 30 minutes to 4:09 pm.
55mm of rainfall was recorded at Blaxland in the 1 hour to 4:06 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.
A more general severe thunderstorm warning is also current for parts of the Central Highlands and Coalfields, Wide Bay and Burnett, Darling Downs and Granite Belt, Capricornia and Maranoa and Warrego districts.
Other warnings may be current.

The next warning is due to be issued by 6:05 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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Thunderstorm Warning - Southeast Queensland
for Heavy Rainfall And Damaging Winds

for parts of Western Downs, South Burnett and Toowoomba Council Areas.

Issued at 5:04 pm Sunday, 18 January 2026.

Severe thunderstorms about the southeast interior this afternoon.

HEAVY RAINFALL and DAMAGING WINDS for the following areas:
Western Downs, South Burnett and Toowoomba
The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 4:55 pm, severe thunderstorms likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and damaging winds were detected near the area east of Dalby. These thunderstorms are moving towards the northeast. They are forecast to affect the ranges north of Jandowae by 5:25 pm and Jandowae by 5:55 pm.
61MM OF RAINFALL WAS RECORDED AT TERRAINE IN THE 30 MINUTES TO 11:33 AM.
47mm of rainfall was recorded at Moffatt in the 30 minutes to 4:09 pm.
55mm of rainfall was recorded at Blaxland in the 1 hour to 4:06 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.
A more general severe thunderstorm warning is also current for parts of the Central Highlands and Coalfields, Wide Bay and Burnett, Darling Downs and Granite Belt, Capricornia and Maranoa and Warrego districts.
Other warnings may be current.

The next warning is due to be issued by 6:05 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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall And Damaging Winds

for parts of Central Highlands and Coalfields, Wide Bay and Burnett, Darling Downs and Granite Belt, Capricornia and Maranoa and Warrego Forecast Districts.

Issued at 4:07 pm Sunday, 18 January 2026.

Severe thunderstorms about the southeast interior this afternoon.

Weather Situation
A moist and unstable airmass combines with a trough to produce severe thunderstorms about the southeast interior this afternoon.
HEAVY RAINFALL and DAMAGING WINDS for the following areas:
Central Highlands and Coalfields, Capricornia, Wide Bay and Burnett, Maranoa and Warrego and Darling Downs and Granite Belt
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Dalby, Taroom, Tara, Yarraman, Chinchilla and Miles.
Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Southeast Coast district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED.
61MM OF RAINFALL WAS RECORDED AT TERRAINE IN THE 30 MINUTES TO 11:33 AM.
42mm of rainfall was recorded at Blaxland in the 30 minutes to 3:54 pm.
Cancellation for the following areas:
Southeast Coast

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 7:10 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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall And Damaging Winds

for parts of Central Highlands and Coalfields, Wide Bay and Burnett, Darling Downs and Granite Belt, Capricornia and Maranoa and Warrego Forecast Districts.

Issued at 4:07 pm Sunday, 18 January 2026.

Severe thunderstorms about the southeast interior this afternoon.

Weather Situation
A moist and unstable airmass combines with a trough to produce severe thunderstorms about the southeast interior this afternoon.
HEAVY RAINFALL and DAMAGING WINDS for the following areas:
Central Highlands and Coalfields, Capricornia, Wide Bay and Burnett, Maranoa and Warrego and Darling Downs and Granite Belt
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Dalby, Taroom, Tara, Yarraman, Chinchilla and Miles.
Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Southeast Coast district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED.
61MM OF RAINFALL WAS RECORDED AT TERRAINE IN THE 30 MINUTES TO 11:33 AM.
42mm of rainfall was recorded at Blaxland in the 30 minutes to 3:54 pm.
Cancellation for the following areas:
Southeast Coast

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 7:10 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.