Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Major Flood Warning For The Cape And Upper Burdekin Rivers And Moderate Flood Warning For The Lower Burdekin And Suttor Rivers
Issued at 10:15 AM EST on Monday 10 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 40
## Reissue to correct the latest reading at Inkerman Bridge ##
RENEWED MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT SELLHEIM (MACROSSAN BRIDGE)
MODERATE FLOODING MAY REACH 11.2 METRES AT INKERMAN BRIDGE OVERNIGHT MONDAY INTO TUESDAY WITH FURTHER RISES POSSIBLE
PROLONGED FLOODING IN LOWER BURDEKIN EXPECTED TO REMAIN ABOVE MODERATE FLOOD LEVELS UNTIL AT LEAST WEDNESDAY
A major flood peak passed Sellheim (Macrossan Bridge) Monday morning. This is causing renewed rises at Burdekin Falls Dam where moderate flooding is expected during Monday and into Tuesday. Moderate flooding is expected to continue downstream of the dam until at least Wednesday. Moderate flooding is expected to continue at Inkerman Bridge with a moderate flood peak. Predictions for the lower Burdekin will be updated once the peak at Burdekin Falls Dam has been observed.
Major and moderate flooding, respectively, are likely to continue during Monday along the Cape River at Taemas and the Suttor River at St Anns.
Further rainfall and the chance of thunderstorms are forecast for the next few days, which are most likely to prolong flooding during this week.
A Severe Weather Warning is current for parts of the Peninsula, Gulf Country, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders and Herbert and Lower Burdekin Forecast Districts.
The flood situation is being closely monitored and forecasts and warnings will be updated as required.
Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Suttor River at St Anns is currently at 6.95 metres and falling, above the moderate flood level (6.50 m).
The Suttor River at St Anns is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (6.50 m) for the remainder of Monday. The river level may fall below the moderate flood level (6.50 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday.
Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Major flooding is occurring along the Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Cape River at Taemas is currently at 9.61 metres and falling, above the major flood level (8.00 m).
The Cape River at Taemas is expected to remain above the major flood level (8.00 m) for the remainder of Monday and into Tuesday.
Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Major flooding is occurring along the Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Burdekin River at Sellheim peaked at 17.77 metres around 03:00 am Monday 10 February and is currently at 17.60 metres and falling, above the major flood level (15.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Sellheim is expected to remain above the major flood level (15.00 m) for the remainder of Monday and into Tuesday.
The Burdekin River at Burdekin Dam is currently at 6.23 metres and steady, above moderate flood level (5.50 m).
Renewed rises are occurring at Burdekin Dam, and may reach around 6.70 metres late Monday, with moderate flooding. The reservoir level is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (5.50 m) until Tuesday.
Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg is currently at 17.48 metres and rising, above the moderate flood level (15.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg may see renewed rises, which may reach around 18.00 metres during late Monday with further rises possible. The river level is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (15.00 m) for the remainder of Monday and Tuesday.
The Burdekin River at Clare is currently at 14.20 metres and steady, above the moderate flood level (13.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Clare may see renewed rises, which may reach around 15.20 metres overnight Monday into Tuesday with further rises possible. The river level is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (15.00 m) for the remainder of Monday and into Tuesday.
The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge was estimated to be approximately 10.70 metres around 9:05 am Monday, above the moderate flood level (10.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge may reach around 11.20 metres overnight Monday into Tuesday. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall. The river level is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (10.00 m) until Wednesday.
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.}
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts
Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 02:00 pm EST on Monday 10 February 2025.
Latest River Heights:
Burdekin R at Mt Fullstop TM,11.40,Rising,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Running River at Mt Bradley TM,4.10,Falling,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Star R at Laroona TM,8.58,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Paluma Dam Alert,0.23,Steady,05:35 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Gainsford TM,15.49,Rising,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Keelbottom Ck at Keelbottom TM,3.02,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Sellheim Alert,17.60,Falling,09:45 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Sellheim TM,17.72,Falling,09:15 AM MON 10/02/25
Alpha Ck at Rivington Alert,0.52,Steady,10:05 AM MON 10/02/25
Belyando R at Belyando Crossing TM,6.67,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Suttor R at St Anns Alert,6.95,Falling,09:39 AM MON 10/02/25
Suttor R at St Anns TM,6.97,Falling,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Cape R at Pentland TM,2.87,Rising,09:15 AM MON 10/02/25
Cape R at Taemas Alert,9.61,Falling,09:57 AM MON 10/02/25
Cape R at Taemas TM,9.59,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Burdekin Dam Alert,6.23,Steady,09:53 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Burdekin Dam TM,6.29,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Bowen R at Myuna Alert,2.27,Falling,09:45 AM MON 10/02/25
Bowen R at Myuna TM,2.28,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Dalbeg Alert,17.48,Rising,10:06 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Dalbeg TM,17.42,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Bogie R at Strathbogie Alert,1.97,Steady,08:36 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Millaroo Alert,15.20,Falling,10:05 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Clare Alert,14.20,Steady,08:28 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Clare TM,14.16,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Rita Island Alert,2.55,Falling,08:36 AM MON 10/02/25
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.
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: Partly cloudy. Slight chance of a shower N of Longreach, most likely from late this morning. Near zero chance of rain elsewhere. The chance of a thunderstorm in the NW from late this morning. Winds E/NE 20 to 30 km/h. Daytime maximum temperatures 32 to 37.
Forecast for Macfarlane (24.8494°S, 146.0212°E, 389m AMSL) Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Summary Minimum 21° 23° 23° 24° 25° 25° 22° Maximum 33° 34° 35° 35° 35° 33° 33° Chance of rain 5% 30% 50% 60% 50% 30% 10% Likely amount < 1mm < 1mm 1-5mm 1-5mm 1-5mm < 1mm < 1mm UV index Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Fire Danger Rating Moderate Moderate Moderate Moderate - - - Frost risk Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm Wind speed 15
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(km/h)Wind direction NE E NE ESE NNE NW NNE NW N NW SSW SW SSE SSW Relative humidity 61% 32% 61% 33% 59% 33% 59% 34% 57% 33% 48% 28% 39% 23% Dew point 19°C 15°C 19°C 16°C 19°C 17°C 19°C 18°C 20°C 17°C 17°C 13°C 12°C 9°C First light 5:34am 5:35am 5:35am 5:36am 5:37am 5:37am 5:38am Sunrise 5:58am 5:58am 5:59am 6:00am 6:00am 6:01am 6:02am Sunset 7:01pm 7:00pm 6:59pm 6:59pm 6:58pm 6:57pm 6:56pm Last light 7:24pm 7:24pm 7:23pm 7:22pm 7:22pm 7:21pm 7:20pm -
Sunrise and sunset times
Sunrise / Sunset for Macfarlane (24.8494°S, 146.0212°E, 389m AMSL) First light Sunrise Sunset Last light Moon rise Moon set Moon phase Full moon Last quarter New moon First quarter 5:34am EST 5:58am EST 7:01pm EST 7:24pm EST 5:35pm EST 3:15am EST Waxing gibbous
Full moon Feb 13 Last quarter Feb 21 New moon Feb 28 First quarter Mar 07 Macfarlane sun & moon times
MondayFirst light5:34am
ESTSunrise5:58am
ESTSunset7:01pm
ESTLast light7:24pm
ESTMoon phaseNext OccurrenceMoon riseMon
5:35pm
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3:15am
ESTFull moonFull moon Thu
Feb 13
Last quarterLast quarter Fri
Feb 21
New moonNew moon Fri
Feb 28
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Warnings
Weather Warnings
Mon 10:15am UTC Flood warning QLDMon 9:59am UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Moderate Flood Warning For The Connors And Isaac Rivers
Issued at 09:59 AM EST on Monday 10 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 8
MODERATE FLOOD PEAK LIKELY AT YATTON DURING EARLY MONDAY AFTERNOON
Moderate flooding from recent rainfall is continuing along the Connors and Isaac Rivers. No significant rainfall has been observed in the Fitzroy River catchment since 9:00 am Sunday.
No significant rainfall is forecast for the next few days in the Connors and Isaac River catchments.
Connors and Isaac Rivers:
Moderate flooding is continuing along the Connors and Isaac Rivers. Moderate flooding along the Connors River at Pink Lagoon is easing.
The Isaac River at Yatton is currently at 13.41 metres and rising, above the moderate flood level (9.50 m).
The Isaac River at Yatton is likely to peak near 13.60 metres early Monday afternoon. The river level is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (9.50 m) over the next few days.
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.}
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts
Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 10:30 am EST on Tuesday 11 February 2025.
Latest River Heights:
Nogoa R at Raymond Alert,3.55,Falling,09:10 AM MON 10/02/25
Nogoa R at Craigmore Alert,4.50,Rising,08:35 AM MON 10/02/25
Nogoa R at Craigmore TM,4.49,Rising,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Nogoa R at Fairbairn Dam HW TM,-9.34,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Nogoa R at Emerald Alert,3.26,Steady,08:32 AM MON 10/02/25
Theresa Ck at Gregory Highway Alert,1.76,Falling,09:50 AM MON 10/02/25
Theresa Ck at Gregory Highway TM,1.80,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Arcadia Ck at Arcadia Valley School,0.80,Steady,07:29 AM MON 10/02/25
Comet R at The Lake Alert,1.69,Steady,09:04 AM MON 10/02/25
Comet R at The Lake TM,1.69,Falling,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Comet R at Comet Weir Alert,1.25,Falling,08:10 AM MON 10/02/25
Comet R at Comet Weir TM,1.26,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Mackenzie R at Bedford Weir TW Alert,2.68,Steady,09:30 AM MON 10/02/25
Mackenzie R at Bedford Weir TW TM,2.69,Falling,08:53 AM MON 10/02/25
Mackenzie R at Bingegang Weir HW Alert,5.75,Steady,08:46 AM MON 10/02/25
Connors R at Pink Lagoon TM,11.54,Falling,09:10 AM MON 10/02/25
Isaac R at Fitzroy Develop. Rd Br TM,3.09,Falling,09:35 AM MON 10/02/25
Isaac R at Yatton TM,13.42,Rising,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Mackenzie R at Tartrus TM,7.93,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Dawson R at Utopia Downs TM,1.10,Falling,09:05 AM MON 10/02/25
Dawson R at Tarana Crossing Alert,0.34,Steady,08:35 AM MON 10/02/25
Juandah Ck at Windamere TM,0.35,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Dawson R at Taroom TM,0.77,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Dawson R at Gyranda Weir TM,-0.40,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Dawson R at Theodore Weir TM,5.99,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Dawson R at Moura Weir TM,-0.62,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Mimosa Ck at Karamea Alert,1.41,Steady,08:38 AM MON 10/02/25
Dawson R at Baralaba TW TM,1.59,Steady,08:33 AM MON 10/02/25
Kroombit Ck at Kroombit Dam HW TM,-12.87,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Kroombit Creek at Biloela,0.00,Steady,08:04 AM MON 10/02/25
Callide Ck at Callide Dam HW TM,-15.65,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Callide Creek at Jambin,0.00,Steady,09:29 AM MON 10/02/25
Callide Ck at Goovigen TM,1.07,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Don R at Rannes TM,1.90,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Dawson R at Knebworth TM,2.25,Steady,08:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Fitzroy R at Riverslea TM,14.45,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Port Alma Tide TM,4.98,Steady,09:39 AM MON 10/02/25
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.Sun 4:51pm UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Moderate Flood Warning For The Western River And Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 04:51 PM EST on Sunday 09 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 6
MODERATE FLOODING MAY OCCUR AT WINTON OVERNIGHT SUNDAY INTO MONDAY
Heavy rainfall over the last several days has caused river level rises across the upper Diamantina River catchment.
Minor flooding is occurring along the Western River at Winton, with minor to moderate flooding occurring along the Diamantina River.
Showers and storms are possible in the upper Diamantina River catchment for the next few days, which may cause renewed river level rises.
The situation is being closely monitored, and warnings will be updated as necessary.
Predictions for downstream locations will be provided as upstream peaks are observed.
Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Diamantina River at Elderslie. Further downstream, moderate flooding is continuing at Diamantina Lakes, with the river level currently at 4.04 metres and steady, which is 1.94 metres above the level of the causeway on the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road (2.10 metres).
Western River:
Moderate flooding may occur along the Western River.
The Western River at Winton is currently at 1.55 metres with minor flooding.
The Western River at Winton may reach the moderate flood level (2.00 m) overnight Sunday into Monday. Further rises are possible as upstream floodwaters arrive.
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.}
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts
Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 03:00 pm EST on Monday 10 February 2025.
Latest River Heights:
Mills Ck at Oondooroo TM,3.42,Falling,04:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
Western R at Winton,1.55,Steady,02:15 PM SUN 09/02/25
Diamantina R at Elderslie,2.20,Falling,03:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
Diamantina R at Diamantina Lakes TM,4.04,Steady,04:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.Sun 2:38pm UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Major Flood Warning For The Flinders Rivers
Issued at 02:38 PM EST on Sunday 09 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 4
MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT RICHMOND OVERNIGHT SUNDAY INTO MONDAY
Moderate flooding continues at Richmond, where further rises to the major flood level are possible from overnight Sunday into Monday. As this floodwater extends downstream, minor flooding may develop at Walkers Bend from later in the week.
Further showers and thunderstorms are forecast across the Flinders River catchment during the next few days, which may cause further river and creek level rises and prolonged flooding. This situation is being closely monitored, and warnings will be updated as required.
Flinders River to Richmond:
Major flooding is possible along the Flinders River to Richmond.
As of 8:30 am Saturday morning, the Flinders River at Richmond was at 7.15 metres and rising, above the moderate flood level (6.00 metres).
The Flinders River at Richmond may reach the major flood level (8.00 metres) overnight Sunday into Monday.
Flinders River downstream of Richmond:
Minor flooding is possible along the Flinders River downstream of Richmond.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is currently at 0.95 metres and steady, below the minor flood level (5.00 metres).
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend may reach the minor flood level (5.00 metres) during later in the week as floodwaters arrive from upstream.
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.}
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts
Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 03:00 pm EST on Monday 10 February 2025.
Latest River Heights:
Porcupine Ck at Mt Emu Plains TM,2.61,Falling,12:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
Flinders R at Glendower Crossing TM,2.85,Falling,12:20 PM SUN 09/02/25
Flinders R at Punchbowl TM,5.62,Steady,12:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
Flinders R at Etta Plains TM,7.32,Steady,12:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
Cloncurry R at Cloncurry TM,1.18,Steady,12:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
Gilliat R at Wills Dev Rd TM,6.20,Steady,11:00 AM SUN 09/02/25
Julia Ck at Julia Ck TM,2.57,Steady,12:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
Cloncurry R at Canobie Auto TM,6.21,Rising,12:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
Flinders R at Walkers Bend TM,0.98,Rising,12:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.Sun 2:38pm UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Minor Flood Warning For The Thomson And Barcoo Rivers
Issued at 02:38 PM EST on Sunday 09 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 5
MINOR FLOODING LIKELY AT RETREAT FROM SUNDAY EVENING
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT CAMOOLA PARK FROM TUESDAY
Significant rainfall totals have been observed over upper parts of the Thomson and Barcoo Rivers catchment during the last week.
Along the Barcoo River, the flood peak is now downstream of Isisford. Along the Thomson River, river level peaks are towards upstream of Muttaburra. Flood waters will continue to move downstream over the next week.
Further showers and thunderstorms are possible for the next few days.
Thomson River:
Minor flooding may occur along the Thomson River.
No recent observations are available for the Thomson River at Camoola Park, however the river level at Camoola Park is expected to be below the minor flood level (2.0 m).
The Thomson River at Camoola Park may reach the minor flood level (2.00 m) during Tuesday as floodwaters arrive from upstream.
Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Minor flooding is likely along the Barcoo River downstream of Isisford.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is currently at 1.31 metres and rising, below the minor flood level (2.14 m).
The Barcoo River at Retreat is likely to reach the minor flood level (2.14 m) during Sunday evening. Further rises are possible as floodwaters arrive from upstream.
Barcoo River at Isisford:
Cancellation
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.}
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts
Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 03:00 pm EST on Monday 10 February 2025.
Latest River Heights:
Cornish Ck at Bowen Downs TM,4.95,Steady,01:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
Thomson R at Longreach Auto TM,1.61,Steady,01:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
Thomson R at Bogewong TM,1.95,Steady,12:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
Barcoo R at Coolagh,3.80,Falling,06:30 AM SUN 09/02/25
Alice R at Barcaldine Weir Auto TM,3.81,Steady,01:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
Barcoo R at Isisford,3.00,Rising,12:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
Barcoo R at Glenlock,3.05,Rising,06:00 PM SAT 08/02/25
Barcoo R at Retreat TM,1.31,Rising,01:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
Cooper Ck at Windorah (Long Crossing) TM,2.61,Steady,12:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
Cooper Ck at Lignum Channel TM,-0.41,Steady,12:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
Cooper Ck at Nappa Merrie TM,0.48,Steady,01:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.For extended forecasts and greater detail visit weather zone°- Major Flood Warning For The Cape And Upper Burdekin Rivers And Moderate Flood Warning For The Lower Burdekin And Suttor Rivers
- Moderate Flood Warning For The Connors And Isaac Rivers
- Moderate Flood Warning For The Western River And Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
- Major Flood Warning For The Flinders Rivers
- Minor Flood Warning For The Thomson And Barcoo Rivers
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