Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Severe Weather Warning
for Heavy, Locally Intense Rainfall
for Central Highlands and Coalfields, Capricornia and parts of Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders, Central Coast and Whitsundays and Central West Forecast Districts.
Issued at 4:43 pm Sunday, 11 January 2026.
EX-TROPICAL CYCLONE KOJI HAS MOVED INLAND, WITH HEAVY TO LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL CONTINUING.
Weather Situation
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji has moved inland west of Proserpine, with moist onshore flow and convergence to its south. It will begin to take a west-northwesterly track over the northern Central Highlands and Coalfields district tonight.
HEAVY, LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL for the following areas:
Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders, Central Coast and Whitsundays, Central Highlands and Coalfields, Central West and Capricornia
HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is likely along coastal and adjacent inland parts between Ayr and St Lawrence today, possibly extending south to Rockhampton into Monday. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 80 to 150 mm are likely. 24-hourly totals between 150 to 250 mm are likely, with isolated falls in excess of 340 mm possible. Further inland, HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is forecast to develop from this evening and continue into Monday, with six-hourly rainfall totals between 70 and 120 mm likely.
Locally INTENSE RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING remains possible about coastal and elevated inland areas between Bowen and St Lawrence today, with isolated six-hourly falls in excess of 250 mm possible. Locally INTENSE RAINFALL may develop over parts of the Central Highlands and Coalfields district later this evening and into Monday, with six-hourly falls in excess of 150 mm possible.
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning will be issued if intense rainfall is detected.
Underlying wet soils will make trees easier to fall about the northeast tropical coast. Landslips could also occur about steep and hilly terrain.
Flood Watch and Warning products are also current for large parts of Queensland. For all current warnings and watches please refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts
Locations which may be affected include Emerald, Rockhampton, Clermont, Mackay, Biloela, Moranbah, St Lawrence, Carnarvon National Park, Woorabinda, Aberfoyle, Blackwater and Yeppoon.
Severe weather is no longer occurring in the Herbert and Lower Burdekin district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED.
Significant observations to 4:30 pm AEST:
241 MM AT RIDGELANDS IN THE 6 HOURS TO 1:02 PM.
264 MM AT UPPER FINCH HATTON CREEK THE 6 HOURS TO 11:34 AM.
291 MM AT MT WILLIAM IN THE 6 HOURS TO 11:00 AM.
255 MM AT CLARKE RANGE IN THE 6 HOURS TO 10:57 AM.
184 mm at East Funnel Creek Rd in the 6 hours to 3 pm.
103 mm at Mt Ewan in the 6 hours to 3 pm.
123 mm at Peak Downs Highway in the 6 hours to 2:41 pm.
143 mm at Mt William in the 3 hours to 12:00 pm.
223 mm at Sennini s Road in the 6 hours to 11:41 am.
217 mm at Finch Hatton Showgrounds in the 6 hours to 11:40 am.
Cancellation for the following areas:
Herbert and Lower Burdekin
Emergency services advise people to:
* If you have children make sure they are with you or an adult you trust.
* Park your car undercover away from trees.
* Close doors and windows.
* Keep asthma medications close by. Storms and wind can trigger asthma attacks.
* Charge mobile phones and power banks in case the power goes out.
* Put your pets somewhere safe and make sure they can be identified in case they get lost.
* Do not drive now unless you have to because conditions are dangerous.
* Tell friends, family and neighbours in the area.
* Go inside a strong building now. Stay inside until the storm has passed.
The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 pm AEST Sunday.
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.
Forecast
Mount Pelion (20.9365°S, 148.8036°E, 29m AMSL) Mount Pelion,QLD set as my default location ›
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7 day forecast
Mount Pelion 7 day forecast
Today: Cloudy. Very high chance of rain, most likely in the morning. The chance of a thunderstorm. Heavy rain which may lead to flash flooding possible. Damaging winds possible. Winds E/NE 20 to 30 km/h becoming light in the late evening. Overnight temperatures falling to the low to mid 20s with daytime temperatures reaching 27 to 33.
Forecast for Mount Pelion (20.9365°S, 148.8036°E, 29m AMSL) Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Summary
Minimum 26° 26° 26° 25° 25° 25° 24° Maximum 28° 29° 29° 29° 29° 28° 28° Chance of rain 90% 90% 90% 90% 90% 90% 90% Likely amount 20-40mm 20-40mm 5-10mm 20-40mm 20-40mm 20-40mm 5-10mm UV index Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Fire Danger Rating No Rating No Rating No Rating No Rating - - - 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 19
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(km/h)Wind direction ENE ENE E ENE E ENE ENE NE SSW ESE SE ESE SSE SE Relative humidity 91% 86% 89% 84% 87% 82% 85% 83% 84% 81% 84% 76% 82% 76% Dew point 25°C 25°C 26°C 26°C 26°C 25°C 25°C 25°C 25°C 25°C 25°C 23°C 24°C 24°C First light 5:08am 5:08am 5:09am 5:10am 5:11am 5:11am 5:12am Sunrise 5:32am 5:33am 5:34am 5:34am 5:35am 5:36am 5:36am Sunset 6:51pm 6:51pm 6:51pm 6:51pm 6:51pm 6:51pm 6:51pm Last light 7:16pm 7:16pm 7:16pm 7:16pm 7:16pm 7:16pm 7:15pm -
Sunrise and sunset times
Sunrise / Sunset for Mount Pelion (20.9365°S, 148.8036°E, 29m AMSL) First light Sunrise Sunset Last light Moon rise Moon set Moon phase Last quarter New moon First quarter Full moon 5:08am EST 5:32am EST 6:51pm EST 7:16pm EST 12:06am EST 1:23pm EST
Waning crescent
Last quarter Jan 11 New moon Jan 19 First quarter Jan 26 Full moon Feb 02 Mount Pelion sun & moon times
MondayFirst light5:08am
ESTSunrise5:32am
ESTSunset6:51pm
ESTLast light7:16pm
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12:06am
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1:23pm
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Jan 11
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Jan 26
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Warnings
Weather Warnings
Sun 4:43pm UTC Severe weather advice QLDSun 4:43pm UTC Severe weather advice QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Severe Weather Warning
for Heavy, Locally Intense Rainfall
for Central Highlands and Coalfields, Capricornia and parts of Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders, Central Coast and Whitsundays and Central West Forecast Districts.
Issued at 4:43 pm Sunday, 11 January 2026.
EX-TROPICAL CYCLONE KOJI HAS MOVED INLAND, WITH HEAVY TO LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL CONTINUING.
Weather Situation
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji has moved inland west of Proserpine, with moist onshore flow and convergence to its south. It will begin to take a west-northwesterly track over the northern Central Highlands and Coalfields district tonight.
HEAVY, LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL for the following areas:
Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders, Central Coast and Whitsundays, Central Highlands and Coalfields, Central West and Capricornia
HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is likely along coastal and adjacent inland parts between Ayr and St Lawrence today, possibly extending south to Rockhampton into Monday. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 80 to 150 mm are likely. 24-hourly totals between 150 to 250 mm are likely, with isolated falls in excess of 340 mm possible. Further inland, HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is forecast to develop from this evening and continue into Monday, with six-hourly rainfall totals between 70 and 120 mm likely.
Locally INTENSE RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING remains possible about coastal and elevated inland areas between Bowen and St Lawrence today, with isolated six-hourly falls in excess of 250 mm possible. Locally INTENSE RAINFALL may develop over parts of the Central Highlands and Coalfields district later this evening and into Monday, with six-hourly falls in excess of 150 mm possible.
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning will be issued if intense rainfall is detected.
Underlying wet soils will make trees easier to fall about the northeast tropical coast. Landslips could also occur about steep and hilly terrain.
Flood Watch and Warning products are also current for large parts of Queensland. For all current warnings and watches please refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts
Locations which may be affected include Emerald, Rockhampton, Clermont, Mackay, Biloela, Moranbah, St Lawrence, Carnarvon National Park, Woorabinda, Aberfoyle, Blackwater and Yeppoon.
Severe weather is no longer occurring in the Herbert and Lower Burdekin district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED.
Significant observations to 4:30 pm AEST:
241 MM AT RIDGELANDS IN THE 6 HOURS TO 1:02 PM.
264 MM AT UPPER FINCH HATTON CREEK THE 6 HOURS TO 11:34 AM.
291 MM AT MT WILLIAM IN THE 6 HOURS TO 11:00 AM.
255 MM AT CLARKE RANGE IN THE 6 HOURS TO 10:57 AM.
184 mm at East Funnel Creek Rd in the 6 hours to 3 pm.
103 mm at Mt Ewan in the 6 hours to 3 pm.
123 mm at Peak Downs Highway in the 6 hours to 2:41 pm.
143 mm at Mt William in the 3 hours to 12:00 pm.
223 mm at Sennini s Road in the 6 hours to 11:41 am.
217 mm at Finch Hatton Showgrounds in the 6 hours to 11:40 am.
Cancellation for the following areas:
Herbert and Lower Burdekin
Emergency services advise people to:
* If you have children make sure they are with you or an adult you trust.
* Park your car undercover away from trees.
* Close doors and windows.
* Keep asthma medications close by. Storms and wind can trigger asthma attacks.
* Charge mobile phones and power banks in case the power goes out.
* Put your pets somewhere safe and make sure they can be identified in case they get lost.
* Do not drive now unless you have to because conditions are dangerous.
* Tell friends, family and neighbours in the area.
* Go inside a strong building now. Stay inside until the storm has passed.
The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 pm AEST Sunday.
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.Sun 4:14pm UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Moderate Flood Warning For The Don River And Flood Warning For The Proserpine River
Issued at 04:14 PM EST on Sunday 11 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 6
MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT BOWEN PUMP STATION
Moderate to heavy rainfall has been observed across the Don and Proserpine River catchments since Saturday afternoon, resulting in river and creek level rises. Moderate flooding is occurring at Bowen Pump Station. Further rainfall is forecast to continue across the Don River catchment for the remainder of Sunday as Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji moves inland. This may cause further river level rises across the catchment.
The situation is being closely monitored and warnings will be updated as required.
A Severe Weather Warning for heavy, locally intense rainfall is current for the Don River catchment.
Don River:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Don River. Minor flooding is occurring at Ida Creek. Moderate flooding is occurring at Mt Dangar and Reeves.
The Don River at Bowen Pump Station is currently at 4.30 m and steady, above the moderate flood level (4.00 m).
The Don River at Bowen Pump Station is likely to reach near 4.50 metres Sunday evening, with moderate flooding.
Proserpine River:
River levels are elevated in the Proserpine River catchment.
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 https://disaster.qld.gov.au/warnings.
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500.
In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.}
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Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 10:00 am EST on Monday 12 January 2026.
Latest River Heights:
Don R at Ida Ck TM,3.26,Falling,03:15 PM SUN 11/01/26
Don R at Reeves TM,5.78,Falling,03:20 PM SUN 11/01/26
Bowen Wharf Tide TM,2.35,Steady,03:14 PM SUN 11/01/26
Proserpine R at P Faust Dam HW TM,-1.91,Steady,04:00 PM SUN 11/01/26
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 4:05pm UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations
Major Flood Warning For The Pioneer River
Issued at 04:05 PM AEST on Sunday 11 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 5
RIVER LEVELS RISING AT MIRANI WITH MAJOR FLOODING ABOVE MARCH 2025 LEVELS
MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT MACKAY FROM SUNDAY EVENING
Heavy to intense rainfall has been observed across parts of the Pioneer River catchment since Saturday morning. Further heavy to intense rainfall is forecast for the remainder of Sunday and into Monday as Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji continues to track southwest and inland. This rainfall is resulting in rapid river and creek level rises, which are expected to continue for the remainder of Sunday and into Monday.
Major flooding is continuing to rise at Mirani, with the river level now above the March 2025 flood level. Minor flooding is likely at Mackay Sunday afternoon, and further rises to the moderate flood level are possible from Sunday evening.
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 Pioneer River catchment.
Pioneer River:
Major flooding is occurring along the Pioneer River at Mirani. Moderate flooding is possible at Mackay. Rapid river level rises are occurring across the catchment.
No observations are currently available for the Pioneer River at Mirani, however, based on the nearby automatic gauge the river level is expected to be above the major flood level (9.00 m) and rising.
The Pioneer River at Mirani is expected to remain above the major flood level (9.00 m) into Sunday evening.
The Pioneer River at Mackay is currently at 4.80 m (1.86 m AHD) and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Pioneer River at Mackay is likely to exceed the minor flood level (6.30 m) Sunday afternoon. The river may exceed the moderate flood level (6.90 m) Sunday evening, with the high tide. Further rises are possible overnight Sunday into Monday.
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 09:00 PM AEST on Sunday 11 January 2026.
Latest River Heights:
Teemburra Dam,0.20,rising,3:00 pm Sun 11/01/26
Blacks Creek at Whiteford,8.24,rising,3:00 pm Sun 11/01/26
Pioneer River at Sarich,11.16,rising,3:20 pm Sun 11/01/26
Finch Hatton Creek at Gorge Road,3.22,falling,3:20 pm Sun 11/01/26
Cattle Creek at Finch Hatton,3.60,falling,3:55 pm Sun 11/01/26
Cattle Creek at Gargett,9.51,falling,3:15 pm Sun 11/01/26
Pioneer River at Mirani Weir HG,51.52,rising,3:03 pm Sun 11/01/26
Pioneer River at Mirani Weir,12.83,rising,3:59 pm Sun 11/01/26
Pioneer River at Marian Weir,4.44,rising,3:04 pm Sun 11/01/26
Pioneer River at Marian Weir,6.65,rising,3:58 pm Sun 11/01/26
Pioneer River at Dumbleton Rocks,18.23,rising,3:20 pm Sun 11/01/26
Pioneer River at Hospital Bridge,6.80,rising,3:54 pm Sun 11/01/26
Pioneer River at Mackay,4.80,rising,3:54 pm Sun 11/01/26
Outer Harbour Tide,4.34,rising,3:39 pm Sun 11/01/26
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.Sun 3:47pm UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations
Initial Moderate Flood Warning For The Connors And Isaac Rivers
Issued at 03:47 PM AEST on Sunday 11 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 1
MODERATE FLOODING LIKELY AT YATTON OVERNIGHT MONDAY INTO TUESDAY
Moderate to heavy rainfall totals has been observed over the northeast part of the Fitzroy River Catchment since early Sunday morning, this has resulted in river and creek level rises along the upper tributaries of the Connors and Isaac Rivers catchment. Minor flooding is expected to develop along the Isaac River at Yatton from Monday afternoon, further rises and moderate flooding is likely at Yatton overnight Monday into Tuesday.
This situation is being closely monitored, and this warning will be updated as required.
Connors and Isaac Rivers:
Moderate flooding is likely along the Connors and Isaac Rivers overnight Monday into Tuesday.
The Isaac River at Yatton is currently at 1.91 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Isaac River at Yatton is expected to exceed the minor flood level (7.50 m) Monday afternoon. The river is likely to exceed the moderate flood level (9.50 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday. 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 Monday 12 January 2026.
Latest River Heights:
Dawson River at Utopia Downs,1.30,steady,3:00 pm Sun 11/01/26
Dawson River at Tarana Crossing,0.34,rising,12:08 pm Thu 08/01/26
Juandah Creek at Windamere,0.56,steady,3:00 pm Sun 11/01/26
Dawson River at Taroom,0.75,steady,3:00 pm Sun 11/01/26
Dawson River at Gyranda Weir,0.07,steady,3:00 pm Sun 11/01/26
Dawson River at Theodore Weir,6.08,steady,3:00 pm Sun 11/01/26
Dawson River at Moura Weir,0.05,steady,3:00 pm Sun 11/01/26
Mimosa Creek at Karamea,1.41,steady,1:08 pm Sun 11/01/26
Dawson River at Baralaba TW,1.39,steady,2:33 pm Sun 11/01/26
Kroombit Creek at Kroombit Dam HG,-11.56,steady,3:00 pm Sun 11/01/26
Kroombit Creek at Biloela,0.00,steady,2:02 pm Sun 11/01/26
Callide Creek at Callide Dam HG,-14.27,steady,3:00 pm Sun 11/01/26
Callide Creek at Jambin,0.00,steady,3:32 pm Sun 11/01/26
Callide Creek at Goovigen,1.23,steady,3:00 pm Sun 11/01/26
Don River at Rannes,2.09,steady,2:56 pm Sun 11/01/26
Dawson River at Knebworth,2.01,steady,2:00 pm Sun 11/01/26
Arcadia Creek at Arcadia Valley School,0.30,steady,2:12 pm Sun 11/01/26
Comet River at The Lake,0.82,steady,3:00 pm Sun 11/01/26
Comet River at Comet Weir,1.24,steady,3:00 pm Sun 11/01/26
Nogoa River at Raymond,1.05,steady,1:03 pm Sun 11/01/26
Nogoa River at Craigmore,0.86,steady,3:00 pm Sun 11/01/26
Nogoa River at Fairbairn Dam,-10.78,steady,3:00 pm Sun 11/01/26
Nogoa River at Emerald,3.31,steady,2:30 pm Sun 11/01/26
Theresa Creek at Gregory Highway,0.21,steady,2:37 pm Sun 11/01/26
Isaac River at Fitzroy Developmental Rd Bridge,0.20,rising,1:35 pm Sun 11/01/26
Connors River at Pink Lagoon,1.22,rising,3:16 pm Sun 11/01/26
Isaac River at Yatton,1.91,steady,3:06 pm Sun 11/01/26
Mackenzie River at Bedford Weir TW,1.10,steady,6:00 pm Sat 10/01/26
Mackenzie River at Bingegang TW,0.43,steady,3:00 pm Sun 11/01/26
Mackenzie River at Bingegang Weir HG,6.16,steady,3:00 pm Sun 11/01/26
Mackenzie River at Tartrus,5.77,steady,3:00 pm Sun 11/01/26
Fitzroy River at Riverslea,12.81,steady,3:00 pm Sun 11/01/26
Connor Creek at Port Alma Tide,3.97,rising,3:02 pm Sun 11/01/26
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.Sun 3:00pm UTC Coastal wind warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
Marine Wind Warning Summary for Queensland
Issued at 03:00 PM EST on Sunday 11 January 2026
for the period until midnight EST Monday 12 January 2026
Wind Warnings for Sunday 11 January
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Torres Strait, Peninsula Coast, Mackay Coast and Capricornia Coast
Cancellation for the following areas:
Cairns Coast and Townsville Coast
Wind Warnings for Monday 12 January
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Mackay Coast and Capricornia Coast
Cancellation for the following areas:
Torres Strait
The next marine wind warning summary will be issued by 9:00 pm EST Sunday.
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Check the latest Coastal Waters Forecast or Local
Waters Forecast at http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts/map.shtml for information on wind,
wave and weather conditions for these coastal zones.
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Flood Watch For Rivers Between Ayr To The Wide Bay Burnett And Adjacent Inland Catchments
Issued at 12:12 PM AEST on Sunday 11 January 2026
Flood Watch Number: 24
MINOR TO MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE ACROSS RIVERS FROM AYR TO WIDE BAY BURNETT, INCLUDING ADJACENT INLAND CATCHMENTS
Catchments likely to be affected include:
Jacky Jacky Creek
Olive and Pascoe Rivers
Lockhart River
Stewart River
Normanby River
Jeannie River
Endeavour River
Daintree River
Mossman River
Barron River
Murray River
Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam
Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam
Pioneer River
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
Staaten River
Mitchell River
Coleman and Edward Rivers
Holroyd and Kendall Rivers
Archer and Coen Rivers
Watson River
Embley and Mission Rivers
Wenlock River
Ducie, Jackson and Skardon Rivers
Jardine River
Barcoo River
Flood warnings are current for the following catchment(s) : Herbert, Upper Burdekin, Lower Burdekin, Haughton, Ross, Bohle, Don, Proserpine, Pioneer, Lower Flinders, Norman, Gilbert, Georgina and Eyre, Diamantina and Thomson.
Flooding is no longer expected in the following catchment(s): Jacky Jacky, Olive and Pascoe, Lockhart, Stewart, Normanby, Jeannie, Endeavour, Daintree, Mossman, Barron, Murray, Staaten, Mitchell, Coleman and Edward, Holroyd and Kendall, Archer and Coen, Watson, Embley and Mission, Wenlock, Ducie, Jackson and Skardon and Jardine
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 Monday 12 January 2026.Fri 12:35pm UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations
Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Burdekin River
Issued at 12:35 PM AEST on Friday 09 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 1
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT CLARE AND INKERMAN BRIDGE (BURDEKIN BRIDGE) FROM OVERNIGHT SATURDAY
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT DALBEG AND SELLHEIM (MACROSSAN BRIDGE) FROM SUNDAY MORNING
Heavy to locally intense rainfall is forecast to develop across parts of the Burdekin River catchment from overnight Friday. The timing and the location of the heaviest falls will depend on the development and track of the tropical low. This rainfall is likely to result in rapid river and creek level rises. Minor flooding is possible for Clare and Inkerman Bridge (Burdekin Bridge) from overnight Saturday, and possible at Dalbeg and Sellheim (Macrossan Bridge) from Sunday morning. Minor flooding is possible at Burdekin Dam from Monday morning.
This situation is being closely monitored, and this warning will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for adjoining catchments. A Severe Weather Warning for heavy to locally intense rainfall is current for parts of the Burdekin catchment.
Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Minor flooding is possible along the Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam, with forecast rainfall.
The Burdekin River at Sellheim (Macrossan Bridge) is currently at 3.80 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Sellheim (Macrossan Bridge) may reach around the minor flood level (12.00 m) Sunday morning, with forecast rainfall.
The Burdekin Dam is currently at 1.86 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin Dam may reach around the minor flood level (3.00 m) Monday morning, with forecast rainfall.
Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam:
Minor flooding is possible along the Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls, with forecast rainfall.
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg is currently at 6.88 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg may exceed the minor flood level (10.00 m) Sunday morning. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.
The Burdekin River at Clare is currently at 6.70 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Clare may exceed the minor flood level (9.00 m) overnight Saturday into Sunday. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.
The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge (Burdekin Bridge) is currently at 5.25 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge (Burdekin Bridge) may exceed the minor flood level (7.00 m) overnight Saturday into Sunday. Further rises are possible 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 02:00 PM AEST on Saturday 10 January 2026.
Latest River Heights:
Burdekin River at Mt Fullstop,3.58,steady,12:00 pm Fri 09/01/26
Paluma Dam,-0.52,steady,11:41 am Fri 09/01/26
Running River at Mt Bradley,1.40,steady,12:00 pm Fri 09/01/26
Star River at Laroona,2.59,falling,12:00 pm Fri 09/01/26
Burdekin River at Gainsford,4.14,steady,12:00 pm Fri 09/01/26
Keelbottom Creek at Keelbottom,1.54,steady,12:00 pm Fri 09/01/26
Burdekin River at Sellheim,3.80,falling,10:51 am Fri 09/01/26
Alpha Creek at Rivington,0.07,steady,12:26 pm Fri 09/01/26
Belyando River at Belyando Crossing,3.21,steady,12:00 pm Fri 09/01/26
Suttor River at St Anns,1.38,steady,12:00 pm Fri 09/01/26
Cape River at Pentland,2.05,steady,12:20 pm Fri 09/01/26
Cape River at Taemas,2.86,steady,10:40 am Fri 09/01/26
Burdekin Dam,1.86,steady,12:00 pm Fri 09/01/26
Bowen River at Myuna,0.66,steady,12:00 pm Fri 09/01/26
Burdekin River at Dalbeg,6.88,falling,12:02 pm Fri 09/01/26
Bogie River at Strathbogie,1.12,steady,4:51 am Fri 09/01/26
Burdekin River at Millaroo,7.15,falling,12:28 pm Fri 09/01/26
Burdekin River at Clare,6.70,falling,11:50 am Fri 09/01/26
Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge,5.25,steady,11:35 am Fri 09/01/26
Burdekin River at Rita Island,-1.85,steady,11:36 am Fri 09/01/26
Burdekin River at Groper Creek,1.04,rising,12:16 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.For extended forecasts and greater detail visit weather zone°- Severe Weather Warning (, Intense Rain) C Highlands & Coalfields, Capricornia & Nthn Goldfields & UFlinders, C Cst & Whitsundays & CW
- Severe Weather Warning (, Intense Rain) C Highlands & Coalfields, Capricornia & Nthn Goldfields & UFlinders, C Cst & Whitsundays & CW
- Moderate Flood Warning For The Don River And Flood Warning For The Proserpine River
- Major Flood Warning For The Pioneer River
- Initial Moderate Flood Warning For The Connors And Isaac Rivers
- Strong Wind Warning for Torres Strait & Peninsula, Mackay and Capricornia coasts. Cancellation for Cairns and Townsville coasts
- Flood Watch For Rivers Between Ayr To The Wide Bay Burnett And Adjacent Inland Catchments
- Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Burdekin River
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Temperature for next 7 days
0 Monday Monday 28 1 Tuesday Tuesday 29 2 Wednesday Wednesday 29 3 Thursday Thursday 29 4 Friday Friday 29 5 Saturday Saturday 28 6 Sunday Sunday 28 7 Sunday Sunday 28 -
Rain for next 7 days
0 Monday Monday 40 1 Tuesday Tuesday 40 2 Wednesday Wednesday 10 3 Thursday Thursday 40 4 Friday Friday 40 5 Saturday Saturday 40 6 Sunday Sunday 10 7 Sunday Sunday 10