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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Georgina River And Minor Flood Warning For The Eyre Creek
Issued at 03:04 PM AEST on Saturday 10 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 14

MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT MARION DOWNS FROM THE MIDDLE OF NEXT WEEK
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT BEDOURIE AND GLENGYLE
Recent rainfall has caused river level rises and minor to major flooding along the Georgina River to Marion Downs.
At Marion Downs moderate flooding is likely from early next week, and major flooding is possible from the middle of next week. Minor flooding is occurring along the Eyre Creek at Bedourie and Glengyle. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Georgina River to Marion Downs:
Moderate flooding is occurring at Roxborough Downs and Glenormiston.
The Georgina River at Marion Downs is currently at 2.45 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Georgina River at Marion Downs is likely to exceed the minor flood level (3.00 m) Saturday evening. The river is likely to exceed the moderate flood level (4.00 m) early next week. The river may exceed the major flood level (5.00 m) from the middle of next week. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Eyre Creek:
Minor flooding is occurring along Eyre Creek. Further rises are possible as floodwaters from upstream arrive.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is currently at 3.65 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is likely to remain above the minor flood level (3.50 m) over the next few days. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

The Eyre Creek at Glengyle was at 2.50 m at 09:00 am Friday, with minor flooding.
The Eyre Creek at Glengyle may remain above the minor flood level (2.00 m) over 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 04:00 PM AEST on Sunday 11 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Georgina River at Roxborough Downs Tm,8.00,steady,2:00 pm Sat 10/01/26
Burke River at Boulia,1.80,steady,2:00 pm Sat 10/01/26
Georgina River at Marion Downs,2.45,steady,7:00 am Fri 09/01/26
Eyre Creek at Bedourie,3.65,steady,9:00 am Sat 10/01/26

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
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Heatwave Warning

Issued at 02:01 PM EST on Saturday 10 January 2026
Valid for Saturday 10 January 2026 to Tuesday 13 January 2026

Warning for the following areas:
North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and North West

Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.

Maximum temperatures in the high thirties to low forties over the North West with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid twenties.

Over the North Tropical Coast and Tablelands maximum temperatures in the high twenties over elevated parts with overnight minimum temperatures in the high teens to low twenties. Along coastal parts maximum temperatures increasing to the low to mid thirties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid twenties.

Severe heatwave conditions are expected to build over the coming days then ease mid next week. Locations likely to be impacted include Camooweal and Urandangi.

The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EST on Sunday 11 January 2026

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Heatwave Warning

Issued at 02:01 PM EST on Saturday 10 January 2026
Valid for Saturday 10 January 2026 to Tuesday 13 January 2026

Warning for the following areas:
North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and North West

Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.

Maximum temperatures in the high thirties to low forties over the North West with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid twenties.

Over the North Tropical Coast and Tablelands maximum temperatures in the high twenties over elevated parts with overnight minimum temperatures in the high teens to low twenties. Along coastal parts maximum temperatures increasing to the low to mid thirties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid twenties.

Severe heatwave conditions are expected to build over the coming days then ease mid next week. Locations likely to be impacted include Camooweal and Urandangi.

The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EST on Sunday 11 January 2026

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Heatwave Warning

Issued at 02:01 PM EST on Saturday 10 January 2026
Valid for Saturday 10 January 2026 to Tuesday 13 January 2026

Warning for the following areas:
North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and North West

Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.

Maximum temperatures in the high thirties to low forties over the North West with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid twenties.

Over the North Tropical Coast and Tablelands maximum temperatures in the high twenties over elevated parts with overnight minimum temperatures in the high teens to low twenties. Along coastal parts maximum temperatures increasing to the low to mid thirties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid twenties.

Severe heatwave conditions are expected to build over the coming days then ease mid next week. Locations likely to be impacted include Camooweal and Urandangi.

The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EST on Sunday 11 January 2026

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Heatwave Warning

Issued at 02:01 PM EST on Saturday 10 January 2026
Valid for Saturday 10 January 2026 to Tuesday 13 January 2026

Warning for the following areas:
North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and North West

Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.

Maximum temperatures in the high thirties to low forties over the North West with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid twenties.

Over the North Tropical Coast and Tablelands maximum temperatures in the high twenties over elevated parts with overnight minimum temperatures in the high teens to low twenties. Along coastal parts maximum temperatures increasing to the low to mid thirties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid twenties.

Severe heatwave conditions are expected to build over the coming days then ease mid next week. Locations likely to be impacted include Camooweal and Urandangi.

The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EST on Sunday 11 January 2026

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Heatwave Warning

Issued at 02:01 PM EST on Saturday 10 January 2026
Valid for Saturday 10 January 2026 to Tuesday 13 January 2026

Warning for the following areas:
North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and North West

Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.

Maximum temperatures in the high thirties to low forties over the North West with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid twenties.

Over the North Tropical Coast and Tablelands maximum temperatures in the high twenties over elevated parts with overnight minimum temperatures in the high teens to low twenties. Along coastal parts maximum temperatures increasing to the low to mid thirties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid twenties.

Severe heatwave conditions are expected to build over the coming days then ease mid next week. Locations likely to be impacted include Camooweal and Urandangi.

The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EST on Sunday 11 January 2026

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Heatwave Warning

Issued at 02:01 PM EST on Saturday 10 January 2026
Valid for Saturday 10 January 2026 to Tuesday 13 January 2026

Warning for the following areas:
North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and North West

Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.

Maximum temperatures in the high thirties to low forties over the North West with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid twenties.

Over the North Tropical Coast and Tablelands maximum temperatures in the high twenties over elevated parts with overnight minimum temperatures in the high teens to low twenties. Along coastal parts maximum temperatures increasing to the low to mid thirties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid twenties.

Severe heatwave conditions are expected to build over the coming days then ease mid next week. Locations likely to be impacted include Camooweal and Urandangi.

The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EST on Sunday 11 January 2026

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Heatwave Warning

Issued at 02:01 PM EST on Saturday 10 January 2026
Valid for Saturday 10 January 2026 to Tuesday 13 January 2026

Warning for the following areas:
North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and North West

Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.

Maximum temperatures in the high thirties to low forties over the North West with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid twenties.

Over the North Tropical Coast and Tablelands maximum temperatures in the high twenties over elevated parts with overnight minimum temperatures in the high teens to low twenties. Along coastal parts maximum temperatures increasing to the low to mid thirties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid twenties.

Severe heatwave conditions are expected to build over the coming days then ease mid next week. Locations likely to be impacted include Camooweal and Urandangi.

The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EST on Sunday 11 January 2026

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Heatwave Warning

Issued at 02:01 PM EST on Saturday 10 January 2026
Valid for Saturday 10 January 2026 to Tuesday 13 January 2026

Warning for the following areas:
North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and North West

Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.

Maximum temperatures in the high thirties to low forties over the North West with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid twenties.

Over the North Tropical Coast and Tablelands maximum temperatures in the high twenties over elevated parts with overnight minimum temperatures in the high teens to low twenties. Along coastal parts maximum temperatures increasing to the low to mid thirties with overnight minimum temperatures in the mid twenties.

Severe heatwave conditions are expected to build over the coming days then ease mid next week. Locations likely to be impacted include Camooweal and Urandangi.

The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EST on Sunday 11 January 2026

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Flood Warning For The Diamantina River And Final Flood Warning For The Western River
Issued at 11:49 AM AEST on Saturday 10 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 20

FLOODING HAS EASED AT WINTON
Recent heavy rainfall has caused river level rises and flooding across the Diamantina River catchment and its upper tributaries. Minor flooding has eased along the Western River at Winton.
Major flooding is occurring at Diamantina Lakes. An earlier flood peak is continuing to move downstream along the Diamantina River below Monkira.
Further rainfall may redevelop over the next week, with a tropical low forecast to move over northern Queensland. This may result in renewed river level rises and flooding. This situation is being closely monitored, and warnings will be updated as required

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is at 6.17 m and steady, above the level of the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway (2.10 m).
Western River:
Flooding has eased along the Western River at Winton.
The water level at Winton was 1.45 m and steady at 1:45 pm Friday, below the minor flood level.
The Western River at Winton is likely to remain below the minor flood level (1.50 m).

Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
River level rises are occurring along the lower Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes, with a flood peak travelling downstream of Monkira.

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 Monday 12 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,1.64,steady,11:00 am Sat 10/01/26
Western River at Winton,1.45,steady,1:45 pm Fri 09/01/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,2.30,steady,6:00 am Sat 10/01/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,6.19,steady,11:00 am Sat 10/01/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,2.74,steady,9:00 am Mon 05/01/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,2.04,steady,9:55 am Sat 10/01/26

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

Flood Warning For The Albert River
Issued at 01:31 PM AEST on Friday 09 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 13

FLOODING CONTINUING ALONG THE ALBERT RIVER AT BURKETOWN AIRSTRIP
Widespread heavy rainfall in late December and early January has caused river and creek level rises and areas of flooding across the Nicholson and Leichhardt catchments.
River levels along the Nicholson River and the Albert River at Burketown Airstrip are expected to remain elevated for the next few days.
Showers and thunderstorms are possible over the next few days, however further heavy rainfall is not expected over the weekend.

Nicholson and Gregory Rivers:
River levels along the Nicholson River at Escott Station and Gregory River at Gregory Downs are expected to be elevated.
No observations are currently available for the Albert River at Burketown Airstrip.
River levels along the Albert River at Burketown Airstrip are expected to be elevated 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 02:00 PM AEST on Saturday 10 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Gregory River at Riversleigh,1.52,steady,12:00 pm Fri 09/01/26
Gregory River at Gregory Downs,2.04,steady,12:00 pm Fri 09/01/26
Nicholson River at Escott Station,6.90,falling,12:30 pm Thu 08/01/26
Burketown Tide,3.18,falling,1:06 pm Fri 09/01/26
Leichhardt River at Doughboy Ck,1.26,steady,12:00 pm Fri 09/01/26
Leichhardt River at Julius Dam,0.04,steady,1:00 pm Fri 09/01/26
Leichhardt River at Miranda Creek,2.27,steady,12:00 pm Fri 09/01/26
Gunpowder Creek at Gunpowder,1.30,steady,12:00 pm Fri 09/01/26
Leichhardt River at Lorraine,5.80,falling,6:30 am Tue 06/01/26
Leichhardt River at Floraville,2.48,steady,12:00 pm Fri 09/01/26

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 10:02 AM AEST on Friday 09 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 28

MAJOR FLOODING CONTINUES AT WALKERS BEND
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT RICHMOND
Along the Flinders River at Richmond river levels are estimated to be above the minor flood level and falling. Downstream, inflows from multiple tributaries are causing major flooding at Walkers Bend, where river levels are slowly falling.
Moderate to heavy rainfall may redevelop from this weekend primarily to the east of the catchment in the upper Flinders, which may cause renewed river level rises from early next week. This situation is being closely monitored, and warnings will be updated as required.

Flinders River to Richmond:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Flinders River to Richmond.
No observations are currently available for the Flinders River at Richmond Post Office. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level is expected to be above the minor flood level (5.00 m) and falling.
The Flinders River at Richmond Post Office may fall below the minor flood level (5.00 m) during Friday. With forecast rainfall renewed river level rises are possible in coming days.

Flinders River downstream of Richmond:
Major flooding is occurring along the Flinders River downstream of Richmond.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is currently at 15.29 m and steady, with major flooding.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is expected to remain above the major flood level (8.00 m) until at least mid next week.

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 Saturday 10 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Flinders River at Glendower Crossing,0.98,steady,9:00 am Fri 09/01/26
Porcupine Creek at Mt Emu Plains,1.78,steady,9:00 am Fri 09/01/26
Flinders River at Punchbowl,7.50,steady,9:00 am Fri 09/01/26
Flinders River at Etta Plains,10.82,steady,9:00 am Fri 09/01/26
Julia Creek,1.85,steady,9:00 am Fri 09/01/26
Gilliat River at Wills Development Road,7.71,steady,9:00 am Fri 09/01/26
Cloncurry River at Cloncurry,1.40,steady,9:00 am Fri 09/01/26
Cloncurry River at Canobie,9.15,steady,9:00 am Fri 09/01/26
Flinders River at Flinders Cloncurry Junction,12.36,steady,12:00 pm Sat 03/01/26
Flinders River at Walkers Bend,15.29,steady,9:00 am Fri 09/01/26

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.