Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Minor Flood Warning For The Thomson River And Cooper Creek And Final Flood Warning For The Barcoo River
Issued at 10:34 AM AEST on Wednesday 04 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 35

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT STONEHENGE, JUNDAH AND ESTIMATED AT WINDORAH
The main flood peak is now expected to be along the Cooper Creek downstream of Windorah, where minor flooding is estimated to be occurring.
Further upstream along the Thomson River, a second flood peak is around Stonehenge where minor flooding is expected to be occurring. As these floodwaters continue to move downstream, renewed rises are occurring at Jundah and likely at downstream locations from Thursday.
Along the Barcoo River minor flooding has eased.

Thomson River:
Minor flooding is occurring with renewed rises along the Thomson River at Bogewong, Stonehenge and Jundah.
No river level observations are available along the Thomson River at Stonehenge. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level at Stonehenge is estimated to be around 2.2 m, above the minor flood level (2.0 m) and steady. The Thomson River at Stonehenge is likely to remain above the minor flood level (2.00 m) over the next few days.

The Thomson River at Jundah is currently at 2.64 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Jundah is likely to peak near 3.00 m during Friday 06 February, with minor flooding.

Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Minor flooding has eased along the Barcoo River at Retreat.
The Barcoo River at Retreat peaked at 2.95 m around 11:30 pm Thursday 29 January, with minor flooding. The river is currently at 1.89 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is expected to stay below the minor flood level (2.14 m).

Cooper Creek:
Minor flooding is expected to be occurring along Cooper Creek.
No observations are currently available for the Cooper Creek at Windorah. Based on upstream gauges, it is estimated that the creek level is above the minor flood level and steady.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah is expected to remain above the minor flood level (3.00 m) 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 Friday 06 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,1.48,steady,10:00 am Wed 04/02/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,-0.01,steady,9:00 am Wed 04/02/26
Thomson River at Camoola Park,0.90,falling,7:00 am Fri 30/01/26
Thomson River at Longreach,1.55,steady,10:00 am Wed 04/02/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,3.73,steady,9:00 am Wed 04/02/26
Thomson River at Stonehenge,1.90,steady,7:55 am Sun 01/02/26
Thomson River at Jundah,2.64,steady,6:00 am Wed 04/02/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,0.95,falling,9:52 am Wed 04/02/26
Jordan Creek at Jericho,2.00,steady,7:41 am Wed 04/02/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,4.70,steady,10:00 am Wed 04/02/26
Barcoo River at Wahroongha,1.00,falling,6:00 am Fri 30/01/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,1.88,steady,10:00 am Wed 04/02/26

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 10:19 AM AEST on Wednesday 04 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 36

MINOR FLOODING LIKELY AT BIRDSVILLE OVER THE WEEKEND
River levels remain elevated along the Diamantina River, where the main flood peak is downstream of Monkira and slowly approaching Birdsville. Minor flooding is likely to develop at Birdsville over the weekend.
River levels at Diamantina Lakes are above the minor flood level and the causeway.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes has fallen below the moderate flood level of 4.00 m and continues falling, whilst remaining above the minor flood level and the level of the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway (2.10 m).
Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
Minor flooding is easing at Monkira. River level rises are occurring along the lower Diamantina River downstream of Monkira.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is currently at 1.80 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is likely to exceed the minor flood level (4.00 m) over the weekend. 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 12:00 PM AEST on Friday 06 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,1.36,steady,9:00 am Wed 04/02/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,2.51,falling,9:00 am Wed 04/02/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,3.45,steady,9:00 am Wed 04/02/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,1.80,steady,9:00 am Wed 04/02/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,2.18,steady,9:35 am Wed 04/02/26

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 Lower Flinders River
Issued at 08:57 AM AEST on Wednesday 04 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 53

RENEWED MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT WALKERS BEND
Flooding has eased along the lower Flinders River at Walkers Bend following a renewed major flood peak observed on Thursday 29 January.
A second flood peak is approaching Etta Plains. Further renewed rises and minor flooding along the lower Flinders River are possible later this week as upstream flood waters arrive.
The situation is being closely monitored, and warnings will be issued as required.

Flinders River downstream of Richmond:
Minor flooding possible along the lower Flinders River at Walkers Bend.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is currently at 3.51 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend may reach around the minor flood level (5.00 m) during Friday 06 February. 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 01:00 PM AEST on Friday 06 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Flinders River at Glendower Crossing,0.80,steady,8:00 am Wed 04/02/26
Porcupine Creek at Mt Emu Plains,1.74,steady,8:00 am Wed 04/02/26
Flinders River at Punchbowl,2.73,steady,8:00 am Wed 04/02/26
Flinders River at Etta Plains,8.29,steady,8:00 am Wed 04/02/26
Julia Creek,1.37,steady,8:00 am Wed 04/02/26
Gilliat River at Wills Development Road,2.95,steady,8:00 am Wed 04/02/26
Cloncurry River at Cloncurry,1.19,steady,8:00 am Wed 04/02/26
Cloncurry River at Canobie,3.35,steady,8:00 am Wed 04/02/26
Flinders River at Walkers Bend,3.51,steady,8:00 am Wed 04/02/26

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.