Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Moderate Flood Warning For The Flinders River And Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Cloncurry River
Issued at 07:26 AM AEST on Monday 16 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 5

MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT RICHMOND POST OFFICE
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT CLONCURRY FROM LATE MONDAY MORNING
Recent moderate rainfall over the upper Flinders and Cloncurry catchments has caused river level rises in both the upper Flinders River and Cloncurry River. Further showers and storms are forecast over the next few days, which is likely to cause further river level rises across the catchments.
Moderate flooding is estimated to be occurring along the Flinders River at Richmond Post Office on Monday morning, with further rises expected during Monday. The Cloncurry River at Cloncurry is rising and may reach around the minor flood level from late Monday morning.

Flinders River to Richmond:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Flinders River to Richmond.
No observations are currently available for the Flinders River at Richmond Post Office. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level is estimated to be above the moderate flood level and rising.
The Flinders River at Richmond Post Office may reach around 7.00 m Monday afternoon, with moderate flooding. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall and as upstream flows arrive.

Cloncurry River:
Minor flooding is possible along the Cloncurry River at Cloncurry.
The Cloncurry River at Cloncurry is currently at 2.48 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Cloncurry River at Cloncurry may reach around the minor flood level (3.00 m) from late Monday morning. 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 04:00 PM AEST on Monday 16 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Flinders River at Glendower Crossing,1.16,steady,6:00 am Mon 16/02/26
Porcupine Creek at Mt Emu Plains,2.30,rising,6:00 am Mon 16/02/26
Flinders River at Punchbowl,3.55,rising,6:00 am Mon 16/02/26
Flinders River at Etta Plains,1.72,steady,6:00 am Mon 16/02/26
Julia Creek,1.54,steady,6:00 am Mon 16/02/26
Gilliat River at Wills Development Road,4.80,rising,6:00 am Mon 16/02/26
Cloncurry River at Cloncurry,2.48,rising,6:00 am Mon 16/02/26
Cloncurry River at Canobie,2.97,rising,6:00 am Mon 16/02/26
Flinders River at Walkers Bend,1.50,steady,6:00 am Mon 16/02/26

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

Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Herbert River
Issued at 05:13 PM AEST on Sunday 15 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 1

MINOR FLOODING LIKELY AT GLENEAGLE HOMESTEAD FROM EARLY MONDAY MORNING
Moderate rainfall over the last few days has resulted in river level rises across the upper Herbert catchment. Minor flooding is likely at Gleneagle Homestead from early Monday morning.
Further showers and storms are forecast over the next few days, which may lead to further river level rises and flooding across the catchment. This warning will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for the Herbert River catchment and some adjoining catchments.

Herbert River to Nash's Crossing:
Minor flooding is likely at Gleneagle Homestead.
No observations are currently available for the Herbert River at Gleneagle Homestead. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level is expected to be below the minor flood level and rising slowly.
The Herbert River at Gleneagle Homestead is likely to reach around the minor flood level (4.50 m) from early Monday morning. 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 11:00 AM AEST on Monday 16 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Wild River at Silver Valley,2.16,steady,4:00 pm Sun 15/02/26
Rudd Creek at Gunnawarra,3.92,steady,4:00 pm Sun 15/02/26
Herbert River at Gleneagle,3.28,rising,4:00 pm Sun 15/02/26
Blencoe Creek at Blencoe Falls,2.64,rising,4:00 pm Sun 15/02/26
Herbert River at Nash's Crossing,1.15,falling,2:58 pm Sun 15/02/26
Herbert River at Zattas,1.50,steady,4:43 pm Sun 15/02/26
Herbert River at Abergowrie,3.00,rising,4:20 pm Sun 15/02/26
Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge,2.57,steady,4:31 pm Sun 15/02/26
Stone River at Peacock Siding,1.40,rising,4:43 pm Sun 15/02/26
Herbert River at Trebonne,3.25,steady,4:51 pm Sun 15/02/26
Herbert River at Ingham Pump Station,2.74,steady,4:11 pm Sun 15/02/26
Herbert River at Gairloch,2.64,falling,3:44 pm Sun 15/02/26
Herbert River at Halifax,0.81,falling,4:31 pm Sun 15/02/26
Lucinda Offshore Tide,1.85,rising,4:39 pm Sun 15/02/26

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 Barcoo River And Minor Flood Warning For The Thomson River And Cooper Creek
Issued at 12:57 PM AEST on Sunday 15 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 43

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT RETREAT MONDAY AFTERNOON
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT CAMOOLA PARK, WINDORAH AND BLACKALL
Renewed minor flooding is occurring along the Barcoo River at Retreat as a flood peak in the lower Barcoo River arrives. Further downstream, renewed minor flooding is likely along the Cooper Creek at Windorah from Sunday evening as upstream flows arrive.
In the upper Barcoo River, moderate to heavy rainfall over the weekend has caused river level rises upstream of Isisford. Minor flooding is possible along the Barcoo River at Blackall from Sunday evening.
Scattered showers and thunderstorms are forecast to continue in the catchment over the next few days, with isolated moderate to heavy rainfall, which may cause further river level rises.
A Flood Watch is current for parts of South East Queensland, Wide Bay and Burnett and Central inland catchments.

Thomson River:
Minor flooding is possible along the Thomson River
No observations are currently available for the Thomson River at Camoola Park.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park may exceed the minor flood level (2.00 m) Monday evening.

Barcoo River to Isisford:
Minor flooding is possible along the Barcoo River upstream of Isisford.
No observations are currently available for the Barcoo River at Blackall. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river is expected to be below the minor flood level and rising.
The Barcoo River at Blackall may exceed the minor flood level (2.00 m) Sunday afternoon. The river may peak near 2.00 m Sunday evening, with minor flooding.

Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Barcoo River at Glenlock, with moderate flooding possible at Retreat.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is currently at 3.20 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Barcoo River at Retreat may reach around 4.50 m Monday afternoon, with moderate flooding. Further rises are possible.

Cooper Creek:
Renewed minor flooding is likely along the Cooper Creek at Windorah.
No observations are currently available for the Cooper Creek at Windorah. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river is estimated to be below the minor level and rising.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah is likely to reach around 3.00 m during Sunday evening, with minor flooding. Further river are likely as upstream flows arrive. Peak forecasts will be provided as upstream peaks are observed.

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 16 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,3.53,steady,12:00 pm Sun 15/02/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,2.31,rising,12:00 pm Sun 15/02/26
Thomson River at Longreach,1.58,steady,12:20 pm Sun 15/02/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,1.70,steady,12:00 pm Sun 15/02/26
Thomson River at Jundah,0.90,steady,7:30 am Thu 12/02/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,0.90,steady,11:56 am Sun 15/02/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,4.80,steady,12:00 pm Sun 15/02/26
Barcoo River at Glenlock,5.00,falling,9:00 am Sun 15/02/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,3.20,rising,12:00 pm Sun 15/02/26

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 Western River And Minor Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 11:49 AM AEST on Sunday 15 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 42

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT WINTON FROM MONDAY
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT BIRDSVILLE FROM MONDAY
River levels remain elevated along the Diamantina River, where the main flood peak is passing through Roseberth and slowly approaching Birdsville. Minor flooding is possible at Birdsville from Monday.
Heavy rainfall has been observed across the eastern part of the Western River catchment during Saturday, which has the potential to cause significant river level rises along the Western River and its tributaries. Moderate flooding may develop at Winton from Monday.
Further downstream, minor flooding is occurring along the Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes.
Areas of showers and rainfall are possible over parts of the catchment for the next few days which may cause further river level rises in some areas. This warning will be updated as required.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is currently at 2.57 m and rising, above the minor flood level (2.00 m) and above the level of the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway (2.10 m).
Western River:
Moderate flooding may develop at Winton from Monday.
No observations are currently available for the Western River at Winton. However, based on the observed data at upstream gauges, the river level at Winton is expected to be below the minor flood level and steady.
The Western River at Winton may reach around the moderate flood level (2.00 m) from Monday.

Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
Minor flooding is occurring at Roseberth and is estimated to have eased at Monkira. Minor flooding is possible at Birdsville from Monday.
At 9:00 am Saturday, the Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station was at 3.70 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station may reach around the minor flood level (4.00 m) from 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 12:00 PM AEST on Monday 16 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,2.57,steady,11:00 am Sun 15/02/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,3.14,steady,9:00 am Wed 11/02/26
Diamantina River at Roseberth Station,4.65,steady,9:00 am Sun 15/02/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,3.70,steady,9:00 am Sat 14/02/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,3.87,steady,9:55 am Sun 15/02/26

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.