Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

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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.

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.

Australian 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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Australia

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.