Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Weather Warning
for Heavy, Locally Intense Rainfall

for Channel Country and parts of North West, Central West and Maranoa and Warrego Forecast Districts.

Issued at 4:16 am Thursday, 26 February 2026.

HEAVY TO LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL IN THE FAR SOUTHWEST OF THE STATE

Weather Situation
A slow-moving tropical low is located over the southeast of the Northern Territory. Rich tropical moisture surrounding this system is feeding into a trough in the southwest of Queensland with persistent thunderstorm activity occurring.
HEAVY, LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL for the following areas:
North West, Central West, Channel Country and Maranoa and Warrego
HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is likely, with six hour rainfall totals between 50 and 80 mm. 24 hour rainfall totals between 60 and 100 mm are likely, with isolated totals to 130 mm possible.
Locally INTENSE RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is also possible with slow-moving lines of thunderstorms this morning. Six hour rainfall totals of around 110 mm are possible.
Showers and thunderstorms associated with the tropical low may affect the western Channel Country for much of the week.
These conditions also threaten cattle and other livestock.
Separate Flood Watches and/or Warnings are current at the time of issue. Please refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts/ for more information.
Locations which may be affected include Birdsville, Boulia, Bedourie, Ballera, Orientos and Glenormiston.

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 am AEST Thursday.
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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Weather Warning
for Heavy, Locally Intense Rainfall

for Channel Country and parts of North West, Central West and Maranoa and Warrego Forecast Districts.

Issued at 4:16 am Thursday, 26 February 2026.

HEAVY TO LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL IN THE FAR SOUTHWEST OF THE STATE

Weather Situation
A slow-moving tropical low is located over the southeast of the Northern Territory. Rich tropical moisture surrounding this system is feeding into a trough in the southwest of Queensland with persistent thunderstorm activity occurring.
HEAVY, LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL for the following areas:
North West, Central West, Channel Country and Maranoa and Warrego
HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is likely, with six hour rainfall totals between 50 and 80 mm. 24 hour rainfall totals between 60 and 100 mm are likely, with isolated totals to 130 mm possible.
Locally INTENSE RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is also possible with slow-moving lines of thunderstorms this morning. Six hour rainfall totals of around 110 mm are possible.
Showers and thunderstorms associated with the tropical low may affect the western Channel Country for much of the week.
These conditions also threaten cattle and other livestock.
Separate Flood Watches and/or Warnings are current at the time of issue. Please refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts/ for more information.
Locations which may be affected include Birdsville, Boulia, Bedourie, Ballera, Orientos and Glenormiston.

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 am AEST Thursday.
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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Minor Flood Warning For The Paroo River (Nsw)
Issued at 04:59 PM AEDT on Wednesday 25 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 9

MINOR FLOODING CONTINUES AT WILLARA CROSSING
MINOR FLOODING IS LIKELY AT WANAARING FROM WEDNESDAY EVENING
Minor flooding continues at Willara Crossing. Local heavy rainfall across the Paroo River catchment (NSW) has caused significant river level rises at Wanaaring where minor flooding is likely from Wednesday evening.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast across the catchment over the next few days, which may lead to additional river level rises. This situation is being monitored, and this warning will be updated as required.
A minor flood warning is current for the Paroo River in Queensland. A Severe Weather Warning for heavy rain is current for parts of the Paroo River catchment.

Paroo River (NSW):
Minor flooding is occurring at Willara Crossing, and likely at Wanaaring.

The Paroo River at Willara Crossing is currently at 1.26 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Paroo River at Willara Crossing is likely to reach 1.50 m around Friday, with minor flooding.

The Paroo River at Wanaaring is currently at 2.36 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Paroo River at Wanaaring is likely to exceed the minor flood level (2.40 m) Wednesday evening. Further rises to 2.60 m are possible in coming days 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.ses.nsw.gov.au.}
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 03:00 PM AEDT on Thursday 26 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cuttaburra Channel at Turra,0.82,steady,4:45 pm Wed 25/02/26
Paroo River at Caiwarro,1.51,steady,3:00 pm Wed 25/02/26
Paroo River at Hungerford,1.25,steady,6:00 am Wed 25/02/26
Paroo River at Willara Crossing,1.27,rising,4:30 pm Wed 25/02/26
Paroo River at Wanaaring,2.36,rising,3:30 pm Wed 25/02/26

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 Paroo River (Qld)
Issued at 02:50 PM AEST on Wednesday 25 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 11

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT HUNGERFORD
The main flood peak along the Paroo River in Queensland is currently near Hungerford, where minor flooding is occurring.
Further rainfall is forecast across the catchment during the next few days, which may lead to additional river level rises.
A minor flood warning is current for the Paroo River in NSW.

Paroo River downstream of Eulo:
Minor flooding is occurring at Hungerford.
At 6:00 am Wednesday the Paroo River at Hungerford was at 1.25 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Paroo River at Hungerford is likely to peak near 1.30 m overnight Wednesday into Thursday, with minor flooding. The river is expected to remain above the minor flood level (1.00 m) during 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 03:00 PM AEST on Thursday 26 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Paroo River at Caiwarro,1.52,steady,2:00 pm Wed 25/02/26
Paroo River at Hungerford,1.25,steady,6:00 am Wed 25/02/26

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

Moderate Flood Warning For The Thomson And Barcoo Rivers And Cooper Creek
Issued at 01:02 PM AEST on Wednesday 25 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 55

MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT CAMOOLA PARK, LONGREACH AND STONEHENGE AND POSSIBLE AT JUNDAH, RETREAT AND WINDORAH
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT ISISFORD
Multiple flood peaks are currently moving through the Thomson River. A flood peak has passed Camoola Park and is now approaching Longreach, where moderate flooding is occurring. Further downstream, Stonehenge had an initial peak above the minor flood level on Sunday, and is now approaching another peak around the moderate flood level. Renewed rises are likely at Stonehenge as upstream flows arrive. As these flows continue to move downstream, moderate flooding is possible at Jundah from late Wednesday afternoon.
Along the Barcoo River, a peak around the moderate flood level was observed at Isisford during Monday, this peak is now approaching Wahroongha. As these flows move downstream, renewed river level rises are likely at Retreat, and moderate flooding is possible from later this week.
Along the Cooper Creek, minor flooding is occurring at Windorah (Main Channel). Renewed river level rises are occurring as upstream flows arrive from the Thomson River, and moderate flooding is possible from late Thursday. Further rises are likely into March as upstream flows arrive from the Thomson and Barcoo Rivers.
Peak forecasts will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.
Further rainfall and showers are possible over parts of the catchment for the next few days. This warning will be updated as required.
A Severe Weather Warning is current for Heavy Rainfall in the far lower reaches of the catchment, including Durham Downs.

Thomson River:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Thomson River at Camoola Park, Longreach, Bogewong and Stonehenge, and likely at Jundah. Minor flooding is occurring at Muttaburra.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park is currently at 4.35 m and falling slowly, with moderate flooding.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) for the next few days. Renewed rises are likely over the coming days as upstream flows arrive.

The Thomson River at Longreach is currently at 4.98 m and around a peak, with moderate flooding.
The Thomson River at Longreach is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (4.30 m) for the next few days. Renewed rises are likely from the end of the week as upstream flows arrive.

No observations are currently available for the Thomson River at Stonehenge. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, it is estimated that the Thomson River at Stonehenge is around the moderate flood level (3.00 m) and steady.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge may remain around the moderate flood level (3.00 m) for the remainder of Wednesday and into Thursday. Further rises are likely as upstream flows arrive.

The Thomson River at Jundah is currently at 3.71 m and rising, with minor flooding (2.50 m).
The Thomson River at Jundah may exceed the moderate flood level (4.00 m) from late Wednesday afternoon. Further rises are likely as upstream flows arrive.

Barcoo River to Isisford:
Minor flooding is easing along the Barcoo River at Isisford.
The Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office is currently at 4.28 m and falling, with minor flooding.
The Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office may fall below the minor flood level (4.00 m) from Wednesday afternoon.

Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Barcoo River at Retreat. Minor flooding is occurring at Wahroongha.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is currently at 3.01 m and steady, with minor flooding (2.14 m).
Renewed river level rises are likely along the Barcoo River at Retreat, where moderate flooding (4.50 m) is possible from late this week. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Cooper Creek:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Cooper Creek at Windorah. Moderate flooding is occurring at Nappa Merrie.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah (Main Channel) is currently at 3.65 m and rising, with minor flooding (3.00 m).
The Cooper Creek at Windorah may reach around the moderate flood level (4.57 m) from late Thursday. 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 Thursday 26 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,4.85,steady,12:00 pm Wed 25/02/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,4.73,steady,12:00 pm Wed 25/02/26
Thomson River at Camoola Park,4.35,falling,6:00 am Wed 25/02/26
Thomson River at Longreach,4.98,steady,12:00 pm Wed 25/02/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,4.78,steady,12:00 pm Wed 25/02/26
Thomson River at Jundah,3.71,rising,7:00 am Wed 25/02/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,0.90,steady,5:56 am Mon 23/02/26
Jordan Creek at Glencoe,0.64,steady,1:06 pm Wed 18/02/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,4.74,steady,12:00 pm Wed 25/02/26
Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office,4.28,falling,6:00 am Wed 25/02/26
Barcoo River at Wahroongha,3.15,rising,7:00 am Wed 25/02/26
Barcoo River at Glenlock,3.10,steady,6:45 am Wed 25/02/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,3.01,steady,12:00 pm Wed 25/02/26
Cooper Creek at Windorah (Lignum Channel),0.11,steady,12:00 pm Wed 25/02/26
Cooper Creek at Windorah,3.65,rising,9:00 am Wed 25/02/26
Cooper Creek at Nappa Merrie,6.77,steady,12:00 pm Wed 25/02/26

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

Moderate Flood Warning For The Bulloo River
Issued at 11:29 AM AEST on Wednesday 25 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 13

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT THARGOMINDAH FROM LATE WEDNESDAY
Moderate rainfall has been recorded across the Bulloo River downstream of Quilpie since Monday morning. Minor flooding is occurring at Thargomindah, and the river level may exceed the moderate flood level during late Wednesday.
Further showers and storms are forecast over the next few days, which may result in further river level rises along the Bulloo River.

Bulloo River downstream of Quilpie:
A flood peak is approaching Soonah Crossing on the Bulloo River. Moderate flooding is occurring at Autumnvale and minor flooding is occurring at Thargomindah.
As at 9:15am AEST on Wednesday, the the Bulloo River at Thargomindah was at 4.35 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Bulloo River at Thargomindah is expected to exceed the moderate flood level (4.50 m) Wednesday evening. The river may reach around 4.70 m during Thursday, with moderate flooding. 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 12:00 PM AEST on Thursday 26 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Bulloo River at Quilpie,1.83,steady,10:00 am Wed 25/02/26
Bulloo River at Autumnvale,5.56,steady,10:00 am Wed 25/02/26
Bulloo River at Thargomindah,4.35,steady,9:15 am Wed 25/02/26

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

Final Flood Warning For The Isaac River
Issued at 10:35 AM AEST on Wednesday 25 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 13

MINOR FLOODING NO LONGER OCCURRING ALONG THE ISAAC RIVER AT YATTON
Minor flooding is no longer occurring along the Isaac River at Yatton. River levels fell below the minor flood level early Wednesday morning, and continue to ease.

Connors and Isaac Rivers:
Minor flooding is no longer occurring along the Isaac River.
The Isaac River at Yatton is currently at 6.65 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Isaac River at Yatton is expected to remain below the minor flood level (7.50 m).

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:
This is a final warning. No further warnings will be issued for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Isaac River at Fitzroy Developmental Rd Bridge,0.56,steady,10:00 am Wed 25/02/26
Connors River at Pink Lagoon,4.03,falling,10:00 am Wed 25/02/26
Isaac River at Yatton,6.65,falling,10:20 am Wed 25/02/26
Mackenzie River at Tartrus,7.01,falling,9:28 am Wed 25/02/26

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.