Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Moderate Flood Warning For The Thomson And Barcoo Rivers And Minor Flood Warning For The Alice River And Cooper Creek
Issued at 01:44 PM AEST on Tuesday 20 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 23

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT STONEHENGE, JUNDAH AND ISISFORD FROM OVERNIGHT TUESDAY INTO WEDNESDAY
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT CAMOOLA PARK AND RENEWED MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT LONGREACH FROM WEDNESDAY
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT RETREAT AND WINDORAH FROM LATER THIS WEEK
Along the Thomson River the main flood peak is between Bogewong and Stonehenge. This peak may result in moderate flooding downstream at Stonehenge from overnight Tuesday into Wednesday and at Jundah overnight Wednesday into Thursday. Minor flooding is possible at Windorah later this week. Further upstream, another peak is around Muttaburra and minor flooding is occurring at Camoola Park. Minor flooding is possible at Longreach around Wednesday.
Along Jordan Creek and Alice River, flooding has eased at Jericho and renewed minor flooding is possible at Barcaldine overnight Tuesday into Wednesday. Further downstream along the Barcoo River, moderate flooding is possible at Isisford from Wednesday and minor flooding is possible at Retreat from the weekend.
Further areas of rainfall and showers are forecast over parts of the catchment over the next few days which may contribute to additional river level rises. The situation is being monitored and the warning will be updated as required.

Thomson River:
Minor to moderate flooding is occurring and further moderate flooding is possible along the Thomson River and its tributaries.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park is currently at 2.80 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park is expected to remain above the minor flood level (2.00 m) for the next few days. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

The Thomson River at Longreach is currently at 2.74 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Thomson River at Longreach may reach around the minor flood level (3.30 m) during Wednesday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

The Thomson River at Stonehenge is currently at 2.50 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge may reach around the moderate flood level (3.00 m) overnight Tuesday into Wednesday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

The Thomson River at Jundah is currently at 2.45 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Thomson River at Jundah is likely to exceed the minor flood level (2.50 m) Tuesday afternoon. The river may reach around the moderate flood level (4.00 m) from overnight Wednesday into Thursday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Barcoo River to Isisford:
Minor flooding has eased along the Jordan Creek and is easing along the Alice River. Moderate flooding is occurring along the Barcoo River at Coolagh and is possible at Isisford.
No observations are currently available for the Jordan Creek at Jericho. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, flooding at Jericho is estimated to be eased below the minor flood level.
The Jordan Creek at Jericho is likely to remain below the minor flood level (2.00 m).

No observations are currently available for the Alice River at Barcaldine. Based on nearby automatic gauges, it is likely that the river level is around the minor flood level and falling.
The Alice River at Barcaldine may exceed the minor flood level (3.00 m) overnight Tuesday into Wednesday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

No observations are currently available for the Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office. The river level is expected to be below the minor flood level (4.00 m) and rising slowly.
The Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office may exceed the minor flood level (4.00 m) Tuesday evening. The river may exceed the moderate flood level (5.00 m) from Wednesday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Renewed minor flooding is possible from the weekend.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is currently at 1.14 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Barcoo River at Retreat may reach around the minor flood level (2.14 m) during the weekend. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Cooper Creek:
Minor flooding is possible from later this week.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah is below the minor flood level and steady.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah may reach around the minor flood level (3.00 m) from around Friday. 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 Wednesday 21 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,3.87,steady,1:00 pm Tue 20/01/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,3.66,steady,12:00 pm Tue 20/01/26
Thomson River at Camoola Park,2.80,steady,7:00 pm Mon 19/01/26
Thomson River at Longreach,2.72,steady,1:00 pm Tue 20/01/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,4.33,steady,12:00 pm Tue 20/01/26
Thomson River at Stonehenge,2.50,steady,6:10 am Tue 20/01/26
Thomson River at Jundah,2.45,steady,6:30 am Tue 20/01/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,0.95,steady,11:59 am Tue 20/01/26
Jordan Creek at Jericho,2.15,steady,10:41 am Tue 20/01/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,5.75,steady,1:00 pm Tue 20/01/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,1.14,steady,1:00 pm Tue 20/01/26

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

Minor Flood Warning For The Herbert River
Issued at 11:39 AM AEST on Tuesday 20 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 3

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT GLENEAGLE
Moderate to heavy rainfall across the Herbert River catchment during Saturday and into Sunday has caused river level rises along the upper Herbert River and its tributaries. Minor flooding is estimated to be easing at Gleneagle, following a minor flood peak overnight Monday into Tuesday. River level rises are expected along the lower Herbert River for the remainder of Tuesday and into Wednesday, but are expected to remain below minor flood levels.
The chance of showers and thunderstorms is forecast for the next few days, but rainfall totals are not expected to significantly impact river levels in the upper or lower Herbert.

Herbert River to Nash's Crossing:
Minor flooding is estimated to be occurring at Gleneagle.
No observations are currently available for the Herbert River at Gleneagle Homestead, however, based on readings from the nearby auto gauge, the river level is expected to be above the minor flood level and falling.
The Herbert River at Gleneagle Homestead is likely to fall below the minor flood level (4.50 m) Tuesday afternoon.

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 Wednesday 21 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Wild River at Silver Valley,2.25,steady,11:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Rudd Creek at Gunnawarra,4.25,steady,11:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Herbert River at Gleneagle,4.38,falling,11:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Blencoe Creek at Blencoe Falls,2.42,steady,11:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Herbert River at Nash's Crossing,2.85,falling,11:28 am Tue 20/01/26
Herbert River at Zattas,3.45,rising,11:11 am Tue 20/01/26
Herbert River at Abergowrie,4.26,steady,11:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge,4.32,steady,10:32 am Tue 20/01/26
Stone River at Peacock Siding,1.05,falling,10:21 am Tue 20/01/26
Herbert River at Trebonne,4.35,steady,11:26 am Tue 20/01/26
Herbert River at Ingham Pump Station,3.94,rising,10:10 am Tue 20/01/26
Herbert River at Gairloch,3.89,rising,10:39 am Tue 20/01/26
Herbert River at Halifax,2.11,rising,11:05 am Tue 20/01/26
Lucinda Offshore Tide,3.45,falling,11:07 am Tue 20/01/26

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 Minor Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 11:38 AM AEST on Tuesday 20 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 28

MODERATE FLOODING EXPECTED TO BE EASING AT WINTON
FLOODING CONTINUING AT DIAMANTINA LAKES
MINOR FLOODING LIKELY AT BIRDSVILLE FROM EARLY NEXT WEEK
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 around the moderate flood level and easing slowly. Further downstream, moderate flooding is continuing 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.
River levels along the lower Diamantina River are expected to rise as floodwaters continue to move slowly through the catchment. Minor flooding is likely to occur at Birdsville from early next week.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is at 5.19 m and falling slowly, above the level of the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway (2.10 m).
Western River:
Minor flooding is expected to be 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) Tuesday afternoon.

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.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is currently at 1.75 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is likely to exceed the minor flood level (4.00 m) from early next week. Forecast will be refined when 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 Wednesday 21 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,1.99,steady,11:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Western River at Winton,2.00,steady,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,2.10,steady,5:50 am Tue 20/01/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,5.19,steady,11:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,4.00,steady,9:00 am Mon 19/01/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,1.75,steady,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,2.08,steady,9:55 am Tue 20/01/26

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

Major Flood Warning For The Flinders River
Issued at 11:34 AM AEST on Tuesday 20 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 41

MAJOR FLOODING EXPECTED TO CONTINUE FALLING SLOWLY AT WALKERS BEND
Moderate rainfall which occurred early last week has caused renewed river level rises along the upper Flinders River, with a flood peak now downstream of Richmond.
Further 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 possible thunderstorms are forecast over the next few days, but are not expected to contribute to any significant river level rises.

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 Wednesday 21 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Flinders River at Glendower Crossing,0.88,steady,11:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Porcupine Creek at Mt Emu Plains,1.76,steady,11:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Flinders River at Punchbowl,6.33,steady,11:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Flinders River at Etta Plains,6.83,steady,11:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Julia Creek,2.06,steady,11:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Gilliat River at Wills Development Road,7.35,steady,11:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Cloncurry River at Cloncurry,1.39,steady,11:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Cloncurry River at Canobie,7.45,steady,11:00 am Tue 20/01/26

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 River
Issued at 10:15 AM AEST on Tuesday 20 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 17

MODERATE FLOODING MAY CONTINUE AT ST ANNS INTO WEDNESDAY
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 may continue along the Suttor River at St Anns for the remainder of Tuesday and into Wednesday.
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 6.93 m and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Suttor River at St Anns may remain above the moderate flood level (6.50 m) for the remainder of Tuesday and into Wednesday 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 11:00 AM AEST on Wednesday 21 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Burdekin River at Mt Fullstop,2.90,steady,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Paluma Dam,-0.38,steady,8:41 am Tue 20/01/26
Running River at Mt Bradley,1.30,steady,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Star River at Laroona,2.23,steady,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Burdekin River at Gainsford,3.45,steady,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Keelbottom Creek at Keelbottom,1.36,steady,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Burdekin River at Sellheim,2.80,steady,10:01 am Tue 20/01/26
Alpha Creek at Rivington,0.57,steady,9:57 am Tue 20/01/26
Belyando River at Albro Station,6.40,steady,6:35 am Tue 20/01/26
Belyando River at Belyando Crossing,6.73,steady,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Suttor River at St Anns,6.93,steady,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Cape River at Pentland,2.23,steady,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Cape River at Taemas,3.76,falling,9:01 am Tue 20/01/26
Burdekin Dam,2.13,steady,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Bowen River at Myuna,1.74,steady,9:00 am Tue 20/01/26
Burdekin River at Dalbeg,7.48,rising,9:43 am Tue 20/01/26
Bogie River at Strathbogie,1.82,steady,7:50 am Tue 20/01/26
Burdekin River at Millaroo,7.55,steady,9:50 am Tue 20/01/26
Burdekin River at Clare,7.10,steady,9:48 am Tue 20/01/26
Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge,5.40,steady,9:12 am Tue 20/01/26
Burdekin River at Rita Island,-1.75,steady,8:35 am Tue 20/01/26
Burdekin River at Groper Creek,1.74,rising,10:02 am Tue 20/01/26

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.