Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 11:16 AM AEST on Wednesday 14 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 22

FLOOD LEVELS REMAIN ABOVE THE SPRINGVALE DIAMANTINA LAKES ROAD CAUSEWAY
Recent heavy rainfall has caused river level rises and flooding across the Diamantina River catchment and its upper tributaries.
Moderate flooding is occurring at Diamantina Lakes, where a major flood peak was observed during Sunday morning. This peak is continuing to move downstream along the Diamantina River.
Further rainfall is forecast across parts of the Diamantina River catchment from this week as Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji moves towards northwest Queensland. 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 the Gulf Country and parts of Western Queensland and the Cape York Peninsula, which includes the Diamantina and Western Rivers.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is at 5.63 m and easing slowly, above the level of the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway (2.10 m).
Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
River level rises are occurring along the lower Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes.

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 16 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,1.51,steady,10:00 am Wed 14/01/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,1.80,steady,6:00 am Tue 13/01/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,5.62,steady,10:00 am Wed 14/01/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,2.80,steady,9:00 am Wed 14/01/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,2.06,steady,9:55 am Wed 14/01/26

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

Moderate Flood Warning For The Suttor River
Issued at 09:28 AM AEST on Wednesday 14 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 9

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT ST ANNS WITH MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE LATER IN THE WEEK
Moderate to heavy rainfall has been observed across parts of the Burdekin River catchment since Saturday evening, with particularly heavy falls over parts of the Belyando and Suttor River catchments.
Along the Suttor River at St Anns, minor flooding is occurring, 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 towards the northwest of Queensland. 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.

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 4.64 m and rising, with minor flooding (4.00 m).
The Suttor River at St Anns may exceed the moderate flood level (6.50 m) later in the week. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive and 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 10:00 AM AEST on Thursday 15 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Burdekin River at Mt Fullstop,3.02,steady,8:00 am Wed 14/01/26
Paluma Dam,-0.38,steady,8:41 am Wed 14/01/26
Running River at Mt Bradley,1.62,steady,8:00 am Wed 14/01/26
Star River at Laroona,4.23,falling,8:00 am Wed 14/01/26
Burdekin River at Gainsford,3.87,steady,8:00 am Wed 14/01/26
Keelbottom Creek at Keelbottom,1.75,steady,8:00 am Wed 14/01/26
Burdekin River at Sellheim,3.45,steady,6:59 am Wed 14/01/26
Alpha Creek at Rivington,1.17,rising,9:06 am Wed 14/01/26
Belyando River at Albro Station,7.00,rising,5:05 am Wed 14/01/26
Belyando River at Belyando Crossing,6.56,steady,8:00 am Wed 14/01/26
Suttor River at St Anns,4.64,rising,8:00 am Wed 14/01/26
Cape River at Pentland,2.62,falling,8:05 am Wed 14/01/26
Cape River at Taemas,2.76,steady,8:40 am Wed 14/01/26
Burdekin Dam,1.16,steady,8:00 am Wed 14/01/26
Bowen River at Myuna,2.28,steady,8:00 am Wed 14/01/26
Burdekin River at Dalbeg,5.43,steady,6:43 am Wed 14/01/26
Bogie River at Strathbogie,1.77,steady,7:50 am Wed 14/01/26
Burdekin River at Millaroo,5.90,falling,9:08 am Wed 14/01/26
Burdekin River at Clare,5.55,falling,8:55 am Wed 14/01/26
Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge,4.45,steady,9:12 am Wed 14/01/26
Burdekin River at Rita Island,-2.50,steady,8:38 am Wed 14/01/26
Burdekin River at Groper Creek,1.29,falling,9:06 am Wed 14/01/26

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

Minor Flood Warning For The Thomson River And Jordan Creek
Issued at 01:58 PM AEST on Tuesday 13 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 13

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT CAMOOLA PARK, LONGREACH, JERICHO AND POSSIBLE AT STONEHENGE
Rainfall over recent days and weeks has caused river level rises across the upper Thomson River catchment. Minor flooding is occurring at Camoola Park and Longreach. Minor flooding is possible at Stonehenge from Wednesday as upstream floodwaters arrive.
Heavy rain was recorded across the Jordan Creek catchment overnight Monday and into Tuesday, causing minor flooding at Jericho.
Further rainfall is forecast this week, with Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji forecast to move towards northwest Queensland. This is likely to result in renewed river level rises and flooding. This situation is being closely monitored, and warnings will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for the Gulf Country and parts of Western Queensland and the Cape York Peninsula, which includes the Thomson and Barcoo catchments.

Thomson River:
Minor flooding is occurring at Camoola Park and Longreach, and is possible at Stonehenge.
There are no recent observations available for the Thomson River at Camoola Park, however the river level is expected to be above the minor flood level (2.00 m) and falling.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park is likely to remain above the minor flood level (2.00 m) during the next few days. Renewed river level rises are possible from Wednesday onwards with forecast rainfall.

The Thomson River at Longreach is currently at 3.97 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Longreach is likely to remain above the minor flood level (3.30 m) during the next few days. Renewed river level rises are possible with forecast rainfall.

No observations are currently available for the Thomson River at Stonehenge. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, river levels at Stonehenge are likely to be below the minor flood level and rising.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge may reach around the minor flood level (2.00 m) from late Wednesday. Further rises are possible as upstream floodwaters arrive.

Barcoo River to Isisford:
Minor flooding is occurring along Jordan Creek.
No observations are currently available for the Jordan Creek at Jericho. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, river levels at Jericho are estimated to be above the minor flood level.
The Jordan Creek at Jericho may remain above the minor flood level (2.00 m) during Wednesday.

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 Wednesday 14 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,2.93,falling,1:00 pm Tue 13/01/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,2.30,steady,9:00 am Tue 13/01/26
Thomson River at Camoola Park,3.15,falling,6:00 am Mon 12/01/26
Thomson River at Longreach,3.95,steady,1:00 pm Tue 13/01/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,2.87,steady,12:00 pm Tue 13/01/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,3.81,steady,1:00 pm Tue 13/01/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,0.29,steady,1:00 pm 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 Flinders River
Issued at 12:41 PM AEST on Tuesday 13 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 32

MAJOR FLOODING ESTIMATED TO BE FALLING SLOWLY AT WALKERS BEND
Inflows from multiple tributaries are causing major flooding at Walkers Bend, where the river level is estimated to be falling slowly.
Further rainfall is forecast this week, with Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji forecast to move towards northwest Queensland. This is likely to result in renewed river level rises and flooding. This situation is being closely monitored, and warnings will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for the Gulf Country and parts of Western Queensland and the Cape York Peninsula, which includes the Flinders and Cloncurry catchments.

Flinders River downstream of Richmond:
Major flooding is estimated to be occurring along the Flinders River downstream of Richmond.
River level observations are unavailable for the Flinders River at Walkers Bend. The river level is estimated to be well above the major flood level (8.00 m) and falling slowly.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is expected to remain above the major flood level until at least the end of the 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 Wednesday 14 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Flinders River at Glendower Crossing,1.06,steady,12:00 pm Tue 13/01/26
Porcupine Creek at Mt Emu Plains,1.88,steady,12:00 pm Tue 13/01/26
Flinders River at Punchbowl,4.32,falling,12:00 pm Tue 13/01/26
Flinders River at Etta Plains,10.27,steady,12:00 pm Tue 13/01/26
Julia Creek,1.49,steady,12:00 pm Tue 13/01/26
Gilliat River at Wills Development Road,6.48,steady,12:00 pm Tue 13/01/26
Cloncurry River at Cloncurry,1.23,steady,12:00 pm Tue 13/01/26
Cloncurry River at Canobie,8.97,steady,12:00 pm 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

Minor Flood Warning For The Herbert River
Issued at 10:24 AM AEST on Tuesday 13 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 24

MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT GLENEAGLE FROM TUESDAY EVENING
Moderate rainfall over the upper Herbert River catchment over the last few days has resulted in river level rises. Further rainfall is forecast for the remainder of Tuesday and into Wednesday, which may lead to further river level rises. Minor flooding is possible at Gleneagle from Tuesday evening. Flooding is no longer expected at Abergowrie Bridge.

Herbert River to Nash's Crossing:
Minor flooding is possible along the Herbert River at Gleneagle.
No observations are currently available for the Herbert River at Gleneagle Homestead. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, river levels are estimated to be below the minor flood level and steady.
The Herbert River at Gleneagle Homestead may reach around the minor flood level (4.50 m) Tuesday evening.

Herbert River downstream of Nash's Crossing:
Flooding is no longer expected at Abergowrie Bridge.
The Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge is currently at 3.27 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge is expected to remain below the minor flood level (6.00 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:
The next warning will be issued by 12:00 PM AEST on Wednesday 14 January 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Wild River at Silver Valley,2.15,steady,9:00 am Tue 13/01/26
Rudd Creek at Gunnawarra,3.63,steady,9:00 am Tue 13/01/26
Herbert River at Gleneagle,3.11,steady,9:00 am Tue 13/01/26
Blencoe Creek at Blencoe Falls,2.34,steady,9:00 am Tue 13/01/26
Herbert River at Nash's Crossing,1.85,falling,10:13 am Tue 13/01/26
Herbert River at Zattas,1.60,steady,8:55 am Tue 13/01/26
Herbert River at Abergowrie,3.51,steady,9:00 am Tue 13/01/26
Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge,3.27,steady,7:32 am Tue 13/01/26
Stone River at Peacock Siding,1.00,steady,9:30 am Tue 13/01/26
Herbert River at Trebonne,3.70,rising,10:02 am Tue 13/01/26
Herbert River at Ingham Pump Station,3.34,steady,10:10 am Tue 13/01/26
Herbert River at Gairloch,3.29,steady,8:46 am Tue 13/01/26
Herbert River at Halifax,1.41,falling,9:56 am Tue 13/01/26
Lucinda Offshore Tide,2.41,falling,10:07 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.