Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations
Moderate Flood Warning For The Suttor River
Issued at 07:16 AM AEST on Thursday 15 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 10
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT ST ANNS WITH MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE THURSDAY AFTERNOON
Moderate to heavy rainfall has been observed across parts of the Burdekin River catchment since Saturday evening, with particularly heavy falls over parts of the Belyando and Suttor River catchments.
Along the Suttor River at St Anns, minor flooding is occurring, with further rises and moderate flooding possible from Thursday afternoon.
Further rainfall is forecast across parts of the Burdekin River catchment this week as Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji moves towards the northwest of Queensland. This rainfall may result in further river and creek level rises. This situation is being closely monitored, and this warning will be updated as required.
Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Suttor River.
The Suttor River at St Anns is currently at 5.84 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Suttor River at St Anns may exceed the moderate flood level (6.50 m) Thursday afternoon. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive and with forecast rain.
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 Thursday 15 January 2026.
Latest River Heights:
Burdekin River at Mt Fullstop,3.42,rising,6:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Paluma Dam,-0.38,steady,5:41 am Thu 15/01/26
Running River at Mt Bradley,1.45,steady,6:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Star River at Laroona,4.07,steady,6:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Burdekin River at Gainsford,3.95,steady,6:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Keelbottom Creek at Keelbottom,2.17,falling,6:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Burdekin River at Sellheim,3.25,steady,6:59 am Thu 15/01/26
Alpha Creek at Rivington,0.97,steady,7:06 am Thu 15/01/26
Belyando River at Albro Station,6.60,steady,5:40 am Thu 15/01/26
Belyando River at Belyando Crossing,6.73,steady,6:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Suttor River at St Anns,5.84,rising,6:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Cape River at Pentland,2.33,falling,6:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Cape River at Taemas,2.81,steady,4:28 am Thu 15/01/26
Burdekin Dam,1.18,steady,6:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Bowen River at Myuna,2.05,steady,6:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Burdekin River at Dalbeg,5.18,steady,6:43 am Thu 15/01/26
Bogie River at Strathbogie,1.87,steady,6:42 am Thu 15/01/26
Burdekin River at Millaroo,5.50,steady,6:32 am Thu 15/01/26
Burdekin River at Clare,5.10,steady,5:27 am Thu 15/01/26
Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge,4.10,steady,5:35 am Thu 15/01/26
Burdekin River at Rita Island,-3.00,steady,5:35 am Thu 15/01/26
Burdekin River at Groper Creek,1.29,rising,7:13 am Thu 15/01/26
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.
Forecast
Macfarlane (24.8494°S, 146.0212°E, 389m AMSL) Macfarlane,QLD set as my default location ›
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Macfarlane 7 day forecast
Today: Cloudy. High chance of showers. A thunderstorm likely, possibly severe with heavy rain which may lead to flash flooding. Winds NE 15 to 25 km/h becoming light in the middle of the day then becoming E/NE 15 to 20 km/h in the late afternoon. Daytime maximum temperatures around 30.
Forecast for Macfarlane (24.8494°S, 146.0212°E, 389m AMSL) Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Summary
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Sunrise / Sunset for Macfarlane (24.8494°S, 146.0212°E, 389m AMSL) First light Sunrise Sunset Last light Moon rise Moon set Moon phase New moon First quarter Full moon Last quarter 5:13am EST 5:39am EST 7:10pm EST 7:35pm EST 2:07am EST 4:25pm EST
Waning crescent
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Weather Warnings
Thu 7:16am UTC Flood warning QLDThu 6:55am UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations
Major Flood Warning For The Flinders And Minor For The Cloncurry River
Issued at 06:55 AM AEST on Thursday 15 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 34
MAJOR FLOODING ESTIMATED TO BE FALLING SLOWLY AT WALKERS BEND
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT CLONCURRY AND RICHMOND FROM THURSDAY MORNING
Inflows from multiple tributaries are causing major flooding at Walkers Bend, where the river level is estimated to be falling slowly.
Along the Flinders River at Richmond and along the Cloncurry River at Cloncurry, rainfall observed during Wednesday and into Thursday may cause minor flooding from Thursday morning.
Further rainfall is forecast this week, with the remnants of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji forecast to move into northwest Queensland, lingering until later this week. This is likely to result in further river level rises in the upper Flinders and Cloncurry catchment over the coming days.
This situation is being closely monitored, and warnings will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for the Gulf Country and parts of Western Queensland and the Cape York Peninsula, which includes the Flinders and Cloncurry catchments.
Flinders River to Richmond:
Minor flooding is possible at Richmond.
No observations are currently available for the Flinders River at Richmond Post Office. The river level is estimated to be below the minor flood level and rising.
The Flinders River at Richmond Post Office may exceed the minor flood level (5.00 m) Thursday morning. Further rises are possible.
Flinders River downstream of Richmond:
Major flooding is estimated to be occurring along the Flinders River downstream of Richmond.
River level observations are unavailable for the Flinders River at Walkers Bend. The river level is estimated to be well 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 until at least the end of the week.
Cloncurry River:
Minor flooding is possible at Cloncurry.
The Cloncurry River at Cloncurry is currently at 2.89 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Cloncurry River at Cloncurry may reach near the minor flood level (3.00 m) Thursday morning. Further 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 01:00 PM AEST on Thursday 15 January 2026.
Latest River Heights:
Flinders River at Glendower Crossing,1.13,falling,6:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Porcupine Creek at Mt Emu Plains,1.82,steady,6:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Flinders River at Punchbowl,2.57,steady,6:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Flinders River at Etta Plains,9.59,steady,6:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Julia Creek,1.46,steady,6:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Gilliat River at Wills Development Road,5.75,falling,6:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Cloncurry River at Cloncurry,2.89,rising,6:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Cloncurry River at Canobie,8.54,steady,6:00 am Thu 15/01/26
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.Thu 5:54am UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations
Major Flood Warning For The Connors-Isaac And Mackenzie Rivers, Moderate Flood Warning For The Fitzroy River And Flood Warning For The Nogoa River Catchment
Issued at 05:54 AM AEST on Thursday 15 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 14
MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT YATTON AND TARTRUS
MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT YAAMBA FROM SATURDAY EVENING AND AT ROCKHAMPTON FROM MONDAY
Moderate to heavy rainfall across the Fitzroy River Catchment from early Sunday has resulted in rapid river and creek level rises throughout the Connors, Isaac and Mackenzie River catchments, as well as the Theresa Creek catchment.
Major flooding is slowly falling at Yatton along the Isaac River, where the river level may fall below the major flood level Thursday morning. Major flooding is also occurring along the Mackenzie River at Tartrus, where a major flood peak is expected from Thursday morning.
River level rises are expected along the Fitzroy River later in the week as flows arrive from the Mackenzie River. Minor flooding is possible at Yaamba from Friday and at Rockhampton from Sunday afternoon. Moderate flooding is possible at Yaamba from Saturday evening and at Rockhampton from Monday. Forecasts will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.
Showers and possible thunderstorms are forecast across most of the catchment for the next few days, which may cause river level rises in southern and western parts of the catchment, but are not expected to significantly impact river levels in the Fitzroy River at this stage.
Nogoa River:
Along Theresa Creek moderate flooding is occurring at Gregory Highway. Major flooding is occurring at Duckponds.
Connors and Isaac Rivers:
Moderate flooding is occurring at Pink Lagoon. Major flooding is occurring at Yatton.
The Isaac River at Yatton is currently at 16.61 m and falling, with major flooding.
The Isaac River at Yatton may fall below the major flood level (16.50 m) Thursday morning.
Mackenzie River:
Moderate flooding is occurring at Coolmaringa. Minor flooding is occurring at Bedford Weir and Bingegang. Major flooding is occurring at Tartrus.
The Mackenzie River at Tartrus is currently at 16.19 m AHD and rising, with major flooding.
A major flood peak is likely along the Mackenzie River at Tartrus from Thursday morning.
Fitzroy River:
Minor flooding is occurring at Riverslea.
No observations are currently available for the Fitzroy River at Yaamba, however the river level is expected to be below the minor flood level.
River level rises are expected later in the week and into next week as flows arrive from the Mackenzie River. The Fitzroy River at Yaamba may exceed the minor flood level (9.00 m) from Friday. The river may exceed the moderate flood level (12.00 m) from Saturday evening. The river is likely to peak below the major flood level (15.00 m) from Tuesday 20 January. Forecasts will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.
The Fitzroy River at Rockhampton was at 2.70 m at 3:00 pm Wednesday and falling with the tide, below the minor flood level.
River level rises are expected later in the week and into next week as flows arrive from the Mackenzie River. The Fitzroy River at Rockhampton may exceed the minor flood level (7.00 m) Sunday afternoon. The river may exceed the moderate flood level (7.50 m) Monday 19 January. The river may peak above the moderate flood level (7.50 m) from overnight Tuesday 20 January into Wednesday 21 January. 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 12:00 PM AEST on Thursday 15 January 2026.
Latest River Heights:
Dawson River at Utopia Downs,2.03,steady,4:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Dawson River at Tarana Crossing,0.34,rising,12:08 pm Thu 08/01/26
Juandah Creek at Windamere,0.54,steady,5:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Dawson River at Taroom,0.74,steady,5:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Dawson River at Gyranda Weir,0.06,steady,4:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Dawson River at Theodore Weir,6.08,steady,4:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Dawson River at Moura Weir,0.03,steady,4:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Mimosa Creek at Karamea,1.41,steady,4:08 am Thu 15/01/26
Dawson River at Baralaba TW,1.28,steady,4:48 am Thu 15/01/26
Kroombit Creek at Kroombit Dam HG,-9.92,steady,5:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Kroombit Creek at Biloela,0.00,steady,5:02 am Thu 15/01/26
Callide Creek at Callide Dam HG,-14.19,steady,4:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Callide Creek at Jambin,0.00,steady,3:32 am Thu 15/01/26
Callide Creek at Goovigen,1.65,steady,5:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Don River at Rannes,5.14,steady,5:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Dawson River at Knebworth,3.33,rising,4:53 am Thu 15/01/26
Arcadia Creek at Arcadia Valley School,0.25,steady,5:12 am Thu 15/01/26
Comet River at The Lake,5.35,steady,5:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Comet River at Comet Weir,3.79,rising,5:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Nogoa River at Raymond,3.65,rising,5:07 am Thu 15/01/26
Nogoa River at Craigmore,7.46,steady,5:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Nogoa River at Fairbairn Dam,-10.12,steady,4:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Nogoa River at Emerald,3.91,falling,5:30 am Thu 15/01/26
Theresa Creek at Gregory Highway,9.91,falling,5:36 am Thu 15/01/26
Isaac River at Fitzroy Developmental Rd Bridge,7.28,falling,5:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Connors River at Pink Lagoon,12.75,falling,5:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Isaac River at Yatton,16.61,falling,5:10 am Thu 15/01/26
Mackenzie River at Bedford Weir TW,10.83,rising,4:43 am Thu 15/01/26
Mackenzie River at Bingegang TW,11.06,falling,5:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Mackenzie River at Bingegang Weir HG,10.35,steady,4:41 am Thu 15/01/26
Mackenzie River at Tartrus,16.19,rising,4:53 am Thu 15/01/26
Fitzroy River at Riverslea,15.86,rising,5:00 am Thu 15/01/26
Fitzroy River at Rockhampton,2.70,falling,3:00 pm Wed 14/01/26
Connor Creek at Port Alma Tide,4.27,rising,5:40 am Thu 15/01/26
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.Thu 3:23am UTC Severe thunderstorm advice QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Cancellation Of Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Central West, Channel Country and Maranoa and Warrego Forecast Districts.
Issued at 3:23 am Thursday, 15 January 2026.
Severe thunderstorms have ceased
Weather Situation
Severe thunderstorms no longer occurring.
cancellation of severe thunderstorm warning for the following areas:
Central West, Channel Country and Maranoa and Warrego
This warning is now cancelled.
60 mm was recorded at Boondoon in 2 hours to 12:40am
37.8 mm was recorded at Charleville Aero in 30 minutes to 10:59 pm
37 mm was recorded at The 27 Mile Garden in 30 minutes to 11:17 pm
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.
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.Thu 3:23am UTC Severe thunderstorm advice QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Cancellation Of Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Central West, Channel Country and Maranoa and Warrego Forecast Districts.
Issued at 3:23 am Thursday, 15 January 2026.
Severe thunderstorms have ceased
Weather Situation
Severe thunderstorms no longer occurring.
cancellation of severe thunderstorm warning for the following areas:
Central West, Channel Country and Maranoa and Warrego
This warning is now cancelled.
60 mm was recorded at Boondoon in 2 hours to 12:40am
37.8 mm was recorded at Charleville Aero in 30 minutes to 10:59 pm
37 mm was recorded at The 27 Mile Garden in 30 minutes to 11:17 pm
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.
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.Wed 1:54pm UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations
Minor Flood Warning For The Thomson And Alice Rivers And Jordan Creek
Issued at 01:54 PM AEST on Wednesday 14 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 14
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT CAMOOLA PARK, LONGREACH, JERICHO AND POSSIBLE AT STONEHENGE AND BARCALDINE
Rainfall over recent days and weeks has caused river level rises across the upper Thomson River catchment. Minor flooding is occurring at Camoola Park and Longreach. Minor flooding is possible at Stonehenge from early Friday as upstream floodwaters arrive.
Heavy rainfall was recorded across the Jordan Creek and Alice River catchments overnight Monday and into Tuesday, causing minor flooding at Jericho. As these floodwaters move downstream, minor flooding is possible at Barcaldine from Thursday.
Further rainfall is forecast this week, with the remnants of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji forecast to move into northwest Queensland from today, lingering until late this week. This is likely to result in renewed river level rises and flooding. This situation is being closely monitored, and warnings will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for the Gulf Country and parts of Western Queensland and the Cape York Peninsula, which includes the Thomson and Barcoo catchments.
Thomson River:
Minor flooding is occurring at Camoola Park and Longreach, and is possible at Stonehenge.
There are no recent observations available for the Thomson River at Camoola Park, however the river level is expected to be above the minor flood level (2.00 m) and falling.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park is likely to remain above the minor flood level (2.00 m) during the next few days. Renewed river level rises are possible from later in the week with forecast rainfall.
The Thomson River at Longreach is currently at 3.79 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Longreach is likely to remain above the minor flood level (3.30 m) during the next few days. Renewed river level rises are possible with forecast rainfall.
No observations are currently available for the Thomson River at Stonehenge. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, river levels at Stonehenge are likely to be below the minor flood level and rising.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge may reach around the minor flood level (2.00 m) from early Friday. Further rises are possible as upstream floodwaters arrive.
Barcoo River to Isisford:
Minor flooding is occurring along Jordan Creek, and is possible along the Alice River.
No observations are currently available for the Jordan Creek at Jericho. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, river levels at Jericho are estimated to be around the minor flood level.
The Jordan Creek at Jericho may remain around the minor flood level (2.00 m) for the remainder of Wednesday.
No observations are currently available for the Alice River at Barcaldine. However, it is estimated that the river level is below the minor flood level.
The Alice River at Barcaldine may reach around the minor flood level (3.00 m) from Thursday. 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 Thursday 15 January 2026.
Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,2.57,steady,1:00 pm Wed 14/01/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,1.95,steady,12:00 pm Wed 14/01/26
Thomson River at Camoola Park,3.15,falling,6:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Thomson River at Longreach,3.79,steady,1:00 pm Wed 14/01/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,2.94,steady,12:00 pm Wed 14/01/26
Thomson River at Jundah,1.28,steady,7:30 am Wed 14/01/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,0.95,steady,11:59 am Wed 14/01/26
Jordan Creek at Jericho,2.40,steady,1:41 pm Wed 14/01/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,3.81,steady,1:00 pm Wed 14/01/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,0.28,steady,1:00 pm Wed 14/01/26
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.Wed 1:44pm UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Australia
Flood Watch For The Gulf Country, And Parts Of Western And Central Queensland And The Cape York Peninsula
Issued at 01:44 PM AEST on Wednesday 14 January 2026
Flood Watch Number: 3
RENEWED MINOR TO MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE FROM THURSDAY
Catchments likely to be affected include:
Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam
Settlement Creek
Nicholson River
Leichhardt River
Upper Flinders River
Lower Flinders River
Cloncurry River
Norman River
Gilbert River
Staaten River
Mitchell River
Georgina River and Eyre Creek
Diamantina River
Thomson River
Barcoo River
Flood warnings are current for the following catchment(s): Suttor, Connors, Isaac, Nogoa, Mackenzie, Fitzroy, Lower Flinders, Norman, Georgina, Eyre, Diamantina, Thomson and Jordan
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.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 Flood Watch will be issued by 02:00 PM AEST on Thursday 15 January 2026.Wed 11:16am UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations
Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 11:16 AM AEST on Wednesday 14 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 22
FLOOD LEVELS REMAIN ABOVE THE SPRINGVALE DIAMANTINA LAKES ROAD CAUSEWAY
Recent heavy rainfall has caused river level rises and flooding across the Diamantina River catchment and its upper tributaries.
Moderate flooding is occurring at Diamantina Lakes, where a major flood peak was observed during Sunday morning. This peak is continuing to move downstream along the Diamantina River.
Further rainfall is forecast across parts of the Diamantina River catchment from this week as Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji moves towards northwest Queensland. This rainfall may result in further river and creek level rises. This situation is being closely monitored, and this warning will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for the Gulf Country and parts of Western Queensland and the Cape York Peninsula, which includes the Diamantina and Western Rivers.
Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is at 5.63 m and easing slowly, above 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.
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 Friday 16 January 2026.
Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,1.51,steady,10:00 am Wed 14/01/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,1.80,steady,6:00 am Tue 13/01/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,5.62,steady,10:00 am Wed 14/01/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,2.80,steady,9:00 am Wed 14/01/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,2.06,steady,9:55 am Wed 14/01/26
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.For extended forecasts and greater detail visit weather zone°- Moderate Flood Warning For The Suttor River
- Major Flood Warning For The Flinders And Minor For The Cloncurry River
- Major Flood Warning For Connors-Isaac & Mackenzie Rivers, Moderate Flood Warning For Fitzroy River & Flood Warning For Nogoa River Catchment
- Cancellation Of Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Central West, Channel Country and Maranoa and Warrego
- Cancellation Of Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Central West, Channel Country and Maranoa and Warrego
- Minor Flood Warning For The Thomson And Alice Rivers And Jordan Creek
- Flood Watch For The Gulf Country, And Parts Of Western And Central Queensland And The Cape York Peninsula
- Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
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Temperature for next 7 days
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Rain for next 7 days
0 Thursday Thursday 10 1 Friday Friday 5 2 Saturday Saturday 5 3 Sunday Sunday 5 4 Monday Monday 5 5 Tuesday Tuesday 5 6 Wednesday Wednesday 5 7 Wednesday Wednesday 5