Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
South Australia

Warning to Sheep Graziers

for Flinders and North East Pastoral forecast districts

Issued at 03:45 PM CDT on Thursday 26 March 2026

Warning to Sheep Graziers for the following areas:
Flinders and North East Pastoral forecast districts
Sheep graziers are warned that cold temperatures, and fresh southerly winds are expected during Friday. Areas likely to be affected include parts of the Flinders and North East Pastoral forecast districts. There is a risk of losses of lambs and sheep exposed to these conditions.

The next warning will be issued by 11:00 pm CDT Thursday.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Flood Warning For The Inland Rivers Sa
Issued at 01:16 PM ACDT on Wednesday 25 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 14

ELEVATED RIVER LEVELS CONTINUING ALONG THE WARBURTON RIVER AT POOTHAPOOTHA
ELEVATED CREEK LEVELS CONTINUING ALONG THE LOWER COOPER CREEK AROUND INNAMINCKA
River levels along the Warburton River at Poothapootha Waterhole are currently falling, however, further rises are expected over the coming weeks as flows continue to arrive from upstream in Queensland. Along the Diamantina River (QLD) at Birdsville, river levels remain elevated, and minor flooding is occurring.
River levels further upstream in Queensland, including the Eyre Creek and Georgina River, remain elevated, and major flooding is occurring. Further river level rises and high flows are possible along the Warburton River in the coming weeks, as floodwaters continue flowing downstream into South Australia.
Creek levels along the lower Cooper Creek around Innamincka are currently falling, however, further rises are expected over the coming weeks as flows continue to arrive from upstream in Queensland. Major flooding is occurring along Cooper Creek at Windorah.
Many roads and access tracks are impacted by flooding, in particular river and creek crossings. Transportation and movement of local communities and travellers are likely to be further impacted. Check road conditions before travelling.
Queensland flood warnings are current for the Georgina River, Eyre Creek, Diamantina River, and Cooper Creek.

Warburton:
Elevated river level are occurring along the Warburton River at Poothapootha Waterhole. Further rises are expected over the coming weeks as upstream floodwaters arrive.
Cooper Creek:
Creek levels are elevated along lower Cooper Creek at Cullyamurra Waterhole, where the creek level is around 1.50 m above the Innamincka causeway and falling. Rises are expected over the coming weeks as upstream floodwaters 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.sa.gov.au/incidents-and-warnings/incidents-and-warnings-map/.}
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 ACDT on Wednesday 01 April 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Diamantina River at Birdsville,5.79,steady,12:00 pm Wed 25/03/26
Cooper Creek at Cullyamurra Waterhole,3.27,steady,11:30 am Wed 25/03/26
Cooper Creek at NW Channel Upstream Coongie Lakes,4.75,steady,11:30 am Wed 25/03/26
Warburton River at Poothapootha Waterhole,5.49,steady,11:30 am Wed 25/03/26

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.