Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Lower Flinders River And Moderate Flood Warning For The Upper Flinders River
Issued at 03:01 PM AEST on Tuesday 27 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 48

MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT RICHMOND TUESDAY AFTERNOON, MAY REACH AROUND 7.30 M TUESDAY EVENING
MAJOR FLOODING EXPECTED TO CONTINUE AT WALKERS BEND
Rapid river level rises are occurring along the upper Flinders River at Richmond following moderate to heavy rainfall Monday into Tuesday in upstream catchments. A flood peak was observed along Porcupine Creek at Mt Emu Plains Monday night and along the Dutton River at Villa Dale early Tuesday morning. Moderate flooding is expected to be occurring at Richmond, and a moderate flood peak may occur Tuesday evening.
Further downstream, renewed river level rises are occurring upstream of Walkers Bend along the Saxby River at Wondoola. Along the lower Flinders River at Walkers Bend, major flooding is expected to continue falling slowly following a major flood peak earlier this month, however, renewed river level rises are likely over the next few days as these upstream flows arrive. River levels are not expected to exceed levels observed earlier this month.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days. This may result in renewed river level rises. The situation is being closely monitored, and warnings will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Western Cape York Peninsula, Gulf of Carpentaria, and North East Coastal Rivers.

Flinders River to Richmond:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the upper Flinders River at Richmond.
No observations are currently available for the Flinders River at Richmond Post Office. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level may be above the moderate level (6.00 m) and rising.
The Flinders River at Richmond Post Office may reach around 7.30 m Tuesday evening, with moderate flooding. Higher levels may be possible. The situation is being monitored and this warning will be updated as required.

Flinders River downstream of Richmond:
Major flooding is occurring along the lower Flinders River at Walkers Bend.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is currently at 8.54 m and steady, with major flooding.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is expected to remain above the major flood level (8.00 m) for the next few days. Renewed 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 01:00 PM AEST on Wednesday 28 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Flinders River at Glendower Crossing,1.70,rising,2:20 pm Tue 27/01/26
Porcupine Creek at Mt Emu Plains,2.86,steady,2:00 pm Tue 27/01/26
Flinders River at Punchbowl,2.43,steady,2:00 pm Tue 27/01/26
Flinders River at Etta Plains,7.38,falling,2:00 pm Tue 27/01/26
Julia Creek,1.44,steady,2:00 pm Tue 27/01/26
Gilliat River at Wills Development Road,5.56,falling,2:00 pm Tue 27/01/26
Cloncurry River at Cloncurry,1.17,steady,2:00 pm Tue 27/01/26
Cloncurry River at Canobie,7.04,steady,2:00 pm Tue 27/01/26
Flinders River at Walkers Bend,8.45,steady,7:30 am Tue 27/01/26

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 Herbert River
Issued at 02:55 PM AEST on Tuesday 27 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 5

NEAR MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT HALIFAX
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT GLENEAGLE AND ABERGOWRIE BRIDGE AND POSSIBLE AT INGHAM PUMP STATION AND GAIRLOCH OVERNIGHT TUESDAY
Rainfall since Sunday across the Herbert River catchment is causing river level rises across the catchment. Near moderate flooding is occurring at Halifax. Minor flooding is occurring at Gleneagle and Abergowrie Bridge, and is likely to continue for the remainder of Tuesday and into Wednesday. With forecast rainfall, minor flooding is possible at Ingham Pump Station and Gairloch overnight Tuesday into Wednesday.
Further rainfall is forecast for the remainder of Tuesday and into Wednesday, which may lead to further river level rises and additional flooding across the catchment. This warning will be updated as required.

Herbert River to Nash's Crossing:
Minor flooding is expected to be occurring at Gleneagle.
No observations are currently available for the Herbert River at Gleneagle Homestead. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level is expected to be above the minor flood level and rising.
The Herbert River at Gleneagle Homestead is likely to remain above the minor flood level (4.50 m) for the remainder of Tuesday and into Wednesday.

Herbert River downstream of Nash's Crossing:
Near moderate flooding is occurring at Halifax. Minor flooding is occurring at Abergowrie Bridge, and is possible at Ingham and Gairloch.
The Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge is currently at 6.77 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge is likely to remain above the minor flood level (6.00 m) for the remainder of Tuesday and into Wednesday.

The Herbert River at Ingham Pump Station is currently at 8.39 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Herbert River at Ingham Pump Station may exceed the minor flood level (10.00 m) overnight Tuesday into Wednesday, with forecast rainfall.

The Herbert River at Gairloch is currently at 8.09 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Herbert River at Gairloch may exceed the minor flood level (9.50 m) overnight Tuesday into Wednesday, with forecast rainfall.

The Herbert River at Halifax is currently at 4.46 m and rising, just below the moderate flood level.
The Herbert River at Halifax may remain around the moderate flood level (4.50 m) overnight Tuesday into Wednesday. Small renewed rises are possible with forecast rainfall.

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 28 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Wild River at Silver Valley,1.86,rising,2:00 pm Tue 27/01/26
Rudd Creek at Gunnawarra,4.07,rising,2:00 pm Tue 27/01/26
Herbert River at Gleneagle,5.26,falling,2:00 pm Tue 27/01/26
Blencoe Creek at Blencoe Falls,4.87,steady,2:00 pm Tue 27/01/26
Herbert River at Nash's Crossing,4.70,rising,2:37 pm Tue 27/01/26
Herbert River at Zattas,4.65,rising,12:42 pm Tue 27/01/26
Herbert River at Abergowrie,6.13,rising,2:15 pm Tue 27/01/26
Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge,6.77,rising,2:43 pm Tue 27/01/26
Stone River at Peacock Siding,4.05,steady,2:19 pm Tue 27/01/26
Herbert River at Trebonne,8.10,steady,2:25 pm Tue 27/01/26
Herbert River at Ingham Pump Station,8.39,falling,2:36 pm Tue 27/01/26
Herbert River at Gairloch,8.09,falling,1:55 pm Tue 27/01/26
Herbert River at Halifax,4.46,steady,2:37 pm Tue 27/01/26
Lucinda Offshore Tide,2.09,rising,2:34 pm Tue 27/01/26

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 Cooper Creek And Minor Flood Warning For The Thomson And Barcoo Rivers.
Issued at 01:25 PM AEST on Tuesday 27 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 30

MODERATE FLOODING EXPECTED TO BE OCCURRING AT WINDORAH
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT CAMOOLA PARK, LONGREACH, STONEHENGE AND JUNDAH
RENEWED MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT RETREAT FROM WEDNESDAY
Along the Thomson River, the main flood peak has passed the Jundah area, where minor flooding is easing. The peak is now entering the Cooper Creek and approaching Windorah, where moderate flooding is expected to be occurring and likely to continue for the next few days.
Further upstream along the Thomson River, a second flood peak has been observed at Longreach, where renewed minor flooding is easing. As these flows move downstream, renewed rises are possible along the Thomson River downstream of Longreach from mid-week.
The main flood peak along the Barcoo River is around Glenlock. As this peak moves downstream, minor flooding may occur at Retreat from Wednesday.
Peak forecasts will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.

Thomson River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Thomson River at Camoola Park, Longreach, Bogewong, Stonehenge, and Jundah. Renewed rises downstream of Longreach are possible.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park was at 2.7 m around 9:00 am Tuesday 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 3.56 m and falling slowly 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 2.00 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge is likely to remain around the minor flood level (2.00 m) for the remainder of Tuesday into Wednesday. Renewed rises are likely as upstream flows arrive.

The Thomson River at Jundah was at 3.11 m around 6:00 am Tuesday and falling, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Jundah is likely to remain above the minor flood level (2.50 m) for the next few days.

Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Renewed minor flooding is possible at Retreat from Wednesday.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is currently at 0.85 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Barcoo River at Retreat may reach around the minor flood level (2.14 m) during Wednesday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Cooper Creek:
Moderate flooding is expected to be occurring along Cooper Creek.
No observations are currently available for the Cooper Creek at Windorah. However, based on upstream gauges it is estimated that the creek level is around the moderate flood level (4.57 m) and rising.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah is expected to remain above the moderate flood level for the next few days. 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 Wednesday 28 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,2.31,steady,12:00 pm Tue 27/01/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,0.50,falling,12:00 pm Tue 27/01/26
Thomson River at Camoola Park,2.70,steady,8:02 am Tue 27/01/26
Thomson River at Longreach,3.56,steady,10:00 am Tue 27/01/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,3.63,steady,12:00 pm Tue 27/01/26
Thomson River at Stonehenge,2.00,steady,7:05 am Tue 27/01/26
Thomson River at Jundah,3.11,steady,6:00 am Tue 27/01/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,0.95,falling,11:58 am Tue 27/01/26
Barcoo River at Coolagh,3.00,steady,12:00 pm Fri 23/01/26
Jordan Creek at Jericho,2.00,steady,10:41 am Tue 27/01/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,4.91,steady,11:00 am Tue 27/01/26
Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office,3.61,falling,6:00 am Sun 25/01/26
Barcoo River at Wahroongha,2.00,steady,6:00 am Tue 27/01/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,0.85,steady,12:00 pm Tue 27/01/26

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 Suttor River
Issued at 09:28 AM AEST on Tuesday 27 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 24

RENEWED MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT ST ANNS
The river level is currently near the minor flood level and falling along the Suttor River at St Anns. Small renewed rises are possible and the river level may remain around the minor level into Wednesday.

Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam:
River levels have fallen just below the minor flood level at St Anns. Renewed rises to minor flood level possible.
The Suttor River at St Anns is currently at 3.88 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Suttor River at St Anns may remain around the minor flood level (4.00 m) into Wednesday.

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 AM AEST on Wednesday 28 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Burdekin River at Mt Fullstop,3.52,rising,8:00 am Tue 27/01/26
Paluma Dam,0.22,rising,6:45 am Tue 27/01/26
Running River at Mt Bradley,2.46,rising,8:00 am Tue 27/01/26
Star River at Laroona,5.05,falling,8:00 am Tue 27/01/26
Burdekin River at Gainsford,3.23,steady,8:00 am Tue 27/01/26
Keelbottom Creek at Keelbottom,2.81,rising,8:00 am Tue 27/01/26
Burdekin River at Sellheim,2.20,rising,8:01 am Tue 27/01/26
Alpha Creek at Rivington,0.52,steady,6:57 am Tue 27/01/26
Belyando River at Albro Station,3.00,steady,9:00 am Sat 24/01/26
Belyando River at Belyando Crossing,5.82,steady,8:00 am Tue 27/01/26
Suttor River at St Anns,3.88,falling,8:00 am Tue 27/01/26
Cape River at Pentland,2.10,steady,8:00 am Tue 27/01/26
Cape River at Taemas,1.96,steady,7:28 am Tue 27/01/26
Burdekin Dam,1.26,steady,8:00 am Tue 27/01/26
Bowen River at Myuna,0.99,steady,8:00 am Tue 27/01/26
Burdekin River at Dalbeg,5.13,steady,6:42 am Tue 27/01/26
Bogie River at Strathbogie,1.57,steady,7:50 am Tue 27/01/26
Burdekin River at Millaroo,5.50,falling,7:20 am Tue 27/01/26
Burdekin River at Clare,5.10,steady,7:20 am Tue 27/01/26
Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge,1.55,steady,9:14 am Tue 27/01/26
Burdekin River at Rita Island,-3.00,steady,8:57 am Tue 27/01/26
Burdekin River at Groper Creek,0.59,falling,9:11 am Tue 27/01/26

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 Diamantina River
Issued at 11:24 AM AEST on Monday 26 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 32

MINOR FLOODING LIKELY AT BIRDSVILLE IN THE NEXT FEW DAYS
River levels remain elevated along the Diamantina River, where the main flood peak is downstream of Monkira and approaching Birdsville. Minor flooding is likely to develop at Birdsville in the next few days.
River levels at Diamantina Lakes remain above the moderate flood level and the causeway.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is currently at 4.24 m and steady, above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) and the level of the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway (2.10 m).
Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
River level rises are occurring along the lower Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes. Minor flooding is continuing at Monkira.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station was at 1.75 m and steady at 10:00 am Sunday, below the minor flood level (4.00 m).
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is likely to exceed the minor flood level in 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 12:00 PM AEST on Wednesday 28 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,1.53,steady,9:00 am Mon 26/01/26
Western River at Winton,1.50,falling,9:00 am Wed 21/01/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,1.90,falling,2:50 pm Wed 21/01/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,4.24,steady,10:00 am Mon 26/01/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,3.90,steady,9:00 am Sun 25/01/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,1.75,steady,9:00 am Sun 25/01/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,2.10,steady,9:55 am Mon 26/01/26

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.