Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Australia

Flood Watch For Parts Of The Capricornia And Wide Bay And Burnett, Including Adjacent Inland Catchments
Issued at 12:40 PM AEST on Tuesday 13 January 2026
Flood Watch Number: 26
ISOLATED MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE ACROSS CATCHMENTS FROM CAPRICORNIA TO WIDE BAY AND BURNETT, INCLUDING ADJACENT INLAND CATCHMENTS FROM LATE TUESDAY

Catchments likely to be affected include:
Connors, Isaac and Styx Rivers and Plane Creek
Comet and Nogoa Rivers
Dawson and Don Rivers
Mackenzie and Fitzroy Rivers and Shoalwater and Water Park Creeks
Calliope River
Boyne River
Baffle Creek
Kolan River
Burnett River
Burrum and Cherwell Rivers
Mary River
Barcoo River

Flood warnings are current for the following catchment(s) : Herbert, Suttor, Connors, Isaac and Mackenzie and Fitzroy, Nogoa, Thomson, Jordan, Diamantina, Georgina and Eyre, Lower Flinders, Norman.

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 01:00 PM AEST on Wednesday 14 January 2026.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations
re-issued to correct typo

Moderate Flood Warning For The Suttor River
Issued at 10:45 AM AEST on Tuesday 13 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 8

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT ST ANNS LATER IN THE WEEK WITH MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE FROM TUESDAY EVENING
Moderate to heavy rainfall has been observed across the lower Burdekin River catchment since Saturday evening, with particularly heavy falls over parts of the Bowen, Belyando and Suttor River catchments.
Along the Burdekin River, below minor flood peaks have been observed at Dalbeg, Clare and Inkerman Bridge (Burdekin Bridge).
Along the Suttor River at St Anns, minor flooding is possible Tuesday evening, with further rises and moderate flooding possible later in the week.
Further rainfall is forecast across parts of the Burdekin River catchment this week as Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji moves inland. 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 adjoining catchments.

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 3.52 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Suttor River at St Anns may exceed the minor flood level (4.00 m) Tuesday evening. The river may exceed the moderate flood level (6.50 m) later in the week. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Flooding is no longer expected at Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Burdekin Dam is currently at 1.16 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin Dam is expected to remain below the minor flood level (3.00 m).

Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam:
Flooding is no longer expected along the lower Burdekin River.
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg peaked at 9.63 m around 06:00 pm Monday 12 January, below the minor flood level. The river is currently at 6.98 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg is expected to remain below the minor flood level (10.00 m).

The Burdekin River at Clare peaked at 8.43 m around 03:00 am Tuesday 13 January, below the minor flood level. The river is currently at 7.95 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Clare is expected to remain below the minor flood level (9.00 m).

The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge (Burdekin Bridge) peaked at 6.35 m AHD around 04:00 am Tuesday 13 January, below the minor flood level. The river is currently at 6.25 m AHD and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge (Burdekin Bridge) is expected to remain below the minor flood level (7.00 m AHD).

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 14 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Burdekin River at Mt Fullstop,2.93,steady,10:00 am Tue 13/01/26
Paluma Dam,-0.43,steady,8:41 am Tue 13/01/26
Running River at Mt Bradley,1.70,steady,10:00 am Tue 13/01/26
Star River at Laroona,3.39,falling,10:00 am Tue 13/01/26
Burdekin River at Gainsford,4.13,steady,10:00 am Tue 13/01/26
Keelbottom Creek at Keelbottom,1.82,steady,10:00 am Tue 13/01/26
Burdekin River at Sellheim,3.50,steady,9:59 am Tue 13/01/26
Alpha Creek at Rivington,1.62,falling,9:58 am Tue 13/01/26
Belyando River at Albro Station,1.10,steady,9:00 am Tue 13/01/26
Belyando River at Belyando Crossing,6.00,rising,10:00 am Tue 13/01/26
Suttor River at St Anns,3.57,steady,10:00 am Tue 13/01/26
Cape River at Pentland,2.11,steady,10:25 am Tue 13/01/26
Cape River at Taemas,2.66,falling,9:06 am Tue 13/01/26
Burdekin Dam,1.16,steady,9:00 am Tue 13/01/26
Bowen River at Myuna,3.13,falling,10:00 am Tue 13/01/26
Burdekin River at Dalbeg,6.68,falling,10:38 am Tue 13/01/26
Bogie River at Strathbogie,1.97,steady,7:50 am Tue 13/01/26
Burdekin River at Millaroo,7.85,falling,10:35 am Tue 13/01/26
Burdekin River at Clare,7.75,falling,10:31 am Tue 13/01/26
Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge,6.15,falling,10:28 am Tue 13/01/26
Burdekin River at Rita Island,-1.20,falling,10:35 am Tue 13/01/26
Burdekin River at Groper Creek,1.24,falling,10:35 am Tue 13/01/26

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 Connors-Isaac Rivers And Moderate Flood Warning For The Mackenzie River
Issued at 05:42 AM AEST on Monday 12 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 2

MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT YATTON OVERNIGHT MONDAY INTO TUESDAY SIMILAR TO THE 2013 EX-TC OSWALD FLOOD
MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT TARTRUS OVERNIGHT TUESDAY INTO WEDNESDAY
Moderate to heavy rainfall totals has been observed over parts of the Fitzroy River Catchment since early Sunday morning. This has resulted in rapid river and creek level rises along the upper tributaries of the Connors and Isaac Rivers catchment.
Minor to major flooding is expected to develop along the Isaac River at Yatton during Monday and into Tuesday. In upstream tributaries across the Connors-Isaac River catchment, river levels and responses similar to 2013 Ex-Tropical Cyclone Oswald flood levels have been observed. No 2013 peak data is available at Yatton, but a similar major peak is expected. As floodwaters continue to flow downstream, moderate flooding may develop along the Mackenzie River at Tartrus overnight Tuesday into Wednesday. At Rockhampton, below minor peak from local run-off is likely during Tuesday. Renewed rises to higher levels are possible later this week as floodwaters arrive from upstream.
This situation is being closely monitored, and this warning will be updated as required.
A Severe Weather Warning for heavy, locally intense rainfall is current for the Fitzroy River catchment.

Connors and Isaac Rivers:
Major flooding is possible along the Connors and Isaac Rivers.
The Isaac River at Yatton is currently at 4.70 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Isaac River at Yatton is expected to exceed the minor flood level (7.50 m) Monday morning and the moderate flood level (9.50 m) Monday afternoon. The river may exceed the major flood level (16.50 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday with a peak just above the major flood level possible during Tuesday.

Mackenzie River:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Mackenzie River
The Mackenzie River at Tartrus is currently at 6.29 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Mackenzie River at Tartrus is likely to exceed the minor flood level (11.00 m) Tuesday afternoon. The river may exceed the moderate flood level (13.00 m) overnight Tuesday into Wednesday. Further rises are likely as upstream flows arrive.

Fitzroy River:
Elevated river levels are likely along the Fitzroy River.
The Fitzroy River at Rockhampton is likely to peak near 5.00 m from local run-off during Tuesday with the high tides, below the minor flood level (7.00 m). Renewed rises to higher levels are possible later this week as upstream floodwaters 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 12:00 PM AEST on Tuesday 13 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Dawson River at Utopia Downs,1.31,steady,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Dawson River at Tarana Crossing,0.34,rising,12:08 pm Thu 08/01/26
Juandah Creek at Windamere,0.56,falling,5:15 am Mon 12/01/26
Dawson River at Taroom,0.75,steady,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Dawson River at Gyranda Weir,0.07,steady,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Dawson River at Theodore Weir,6.08,steady,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Dawson River at Moura Weir,0.05,steady,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Mimosa Creek at Karamea,1.41,steady,4:08 am Mon 12/01/26
Dawson River at Baralaba TW,1.39,steady,4:53 am Mon 12/01/26
Kroombit Creek at Kroombit Dam HG,-11.61,steady,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Kroombit Creek at Biloela,0.00,steady,5:02 am Mon 12/01/26
Callide Creek at Callide Dam HG,-14.25,steady,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Callide Creek at Jambin,0.00,steady,3:32 am Mon 12/01/26
Callide Creek at Goovigen,1.24,steady,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Don River at Rannes,2.11,steady,4:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Dawson River at Knebworth,2.03,steady,4:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Arcadia Creek at Arcadia Valley School,0.25,steady,5:12 am Mon 12/01/26
Comet River at The Lake,0.82,steady,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Comet River at Comet Weir,1.27,steady,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Nogoa River at Raymond,1.05,steady,4:03 am Mon 12/01/26
Nogoa River at Craigmore,0.92,steady,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Nogoa River at Fairbairn Dam,-10.74,steady,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Nogoa River at Emerald,3.41,rising,3:24 am Mon 12/01/26
Theresa Creek at Gregory Highway,0.36,rising,5:06 am Mon 12/01/26
Isaac River at Fitzroy Developmental Rd Bridge,6.13,rising,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Connors River at Pink Lagoon,10.63,rising,5:21 am Mon 12/01/26
Isaac River at Yatton,4.70,rising,5:20 am Mon 12/01/26
Mackenzie River at Bedford Weir TW,1.58,steady,4:53 am Mon 12/01/26
Mackenzie River at Bingegang TW,0.67,rising,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Mackenzie River at Bingegang Weir HG,6.35,rising,4:10 am Mon 12/01/26
Mackenzie River at Tartrus,6.29,rising,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Fitzroy River at Riverslea,12.87,steady,5:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Connor Creek at Port Alma Tide,4.20,rising,4:19 am Mon 12/01/26

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.