Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Initial Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 08:20 AM EST on Friday 07 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 1
RIVER LEVEL IS ABOVE THE DIAMANTINA LAKES CAUSEWAY
Rainfall over the last several days has caused river level rises across the upper Diamantina River catchment. Minor flooding is occurring along the Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes. River levels are likely to remain elevated over the next few days.
Showers and thunderstorms are forecast to continue for the next few days.
Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes. The river level is currently at 2.72 metres and rising, which is 0.62 metres above the level of the causeway on the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road (2.10 m)
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.}
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts
Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 01:00 pm EST on Saturday 08 February 2025.
Latest River Heights:
Mills Ck at Oondooroo TM,0.84,Steady,07:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Diamantina R at Diamantina Lakes TM,2.72,Rising,07:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.
Forecast
Prairie (20.8709°S, 144.6023°E, 429m AMSL) Prairie,QLD set as my default location ›
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Prairie 7 day forecast
Today: Cloudy. Very high chance of rain. A thunderstorm likely, possibly severe with heavy rain which may lead to flash flooding in the S. Winds NW/NE 15 to 20 km/h tending NE/SE in the late afternoon. Daytime maximum temperatures in the mid to high 20s.
Forecast for Prairie (20.8709°S, 144.6023°E, 429m AMSL) Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Summary Minimum 23° 23° 22° 23° 23° 23° 25° Maximum 25° 24° 27° 30° 32° 34° 34° Chance of rain 90% 90% 50% 20% 20% 20% 60% Likely amount 20-40mm 20-40mm 1-5mm < 1mm < 1mm < 1mm 5-10mm UV index Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Fire Danger Rating No Rating No Rating Moderate Moderate - - - Frost risk Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm Wind speed 7
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(km/h)Wind direction NNE E E E E E E ESE E ESE NE ESE N SSE Relative humidity 91% 86% 91% 87% 84% 69% 76% 55% 74% 47% 64% 39% 62% 43% Dew point 23°C 23°C 22°C 22°C 21°C 21°C 21°C 20°C 21°C 20°C 21°C 19°C 22°C 20°C First light 5:46am 5:47am 5:47am 5:48am 5:49am 5:49am 5:50am Sunrise 6:09am 6:10am 6:11am 6:11am 6:12am 6:12am 6:13am Sunset 7:05pm 7:05pm 7:04pm 7:04pm 7:03pm 7:03pm 7:02pm Last light 7:28pm 7:28pm 7:27pm 7:27pm 7:26pm 7:26pm 7:25pm -
Sunrise and sunset times
Sunrise / Sunset for Prairie (20.8709°S, 144.6023°E, 429m AMSL) First light Sunrise Sunset Last light Moon rise Moon set Moon phase Full moon Last quarter New moon First quarter 5:46am EST 6:09am EST 7:05pm EST 7:28pm EST 2:41pm EST 12:39am EST Waxing gibbous
Full moon Feb 13 Last quarter Feb 21 New moon Feb 28 First quarter Mar 07 Prairie sun & moon times
FridayFirst light5:46am
ESTSunrise6:09am
ESTSunset7:05pm
ESTLast light7:28pm
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2:41pm
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12:39am
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Warnings
Weather Warnings
Fri 8:20am UTC Flood warning QLDFri 7:49am UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Major Flood Warning For The Herbert River
Issued at 07:49 AM EST on Friday 07 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 29
MAJOR FLOODING EASING AT HALIFAX
RENEWED MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT INGHAM PUMP STATION AND GAIRLOCH
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT ABERGOWRIE BRIDGE AND GLENEAGLE
Heavy rainfall has been observed across the Herbert River catchment over the last few days, particularly over the lower reaches of the catchment. Further rainfall and thunderstorms are forecast for the remainder of Friday and into the weekend.
Minor to major flooding continues along the Herbert River. Renewed river level rises are possible along the Herbert River with forecast rainfall.
The flood situation is being closely monitored and forecasts and warnings will be updated as required.
Herbert River to Nash's Crossing:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Herbert River to Nash's Crossing.
No recent observations are available for the Herbert River at Gleneagle, however, based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level at Gleneagle is expected to be above the minor flood level (4.50 m) and rising.
The Herbert River at Gleneagle is likely to remain above the minor flood level (4.50 m) during Friday.
Herbert River downstream of Nash's Crossing:
Minor to Major flooding is occurring along the Herbert River downstream of Nash's Crossing.
The Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge is currently at 7.65 metres and steady, above the minor flood level (6.00 m).
The Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge is likely to remain above the minor flood level (6.00 m) during Friday. Renewed rises are possible with forecast rainfall.
The Herbert River at Ingham Pump Station (Alert gauge) is currently at 9.29 metres and falling, below the minor flood level (10.00 m).
The Herbert River at Ingham Pump Station may reach the minor flood level (10.00 m) overnight Friday into Saturday with forecast rainfall. Further rises are possible.
The Herbert River at Gairloch (Alert gauge) is currently at 8.79 metres and falling, below the minor flood level (9.50 m).
The Herbert River at Gairloch may reach the minor flood level (9.50 m) overnight Friday into Saturday with forecast rainfall. Further rises are possible.
The Herbert River at Halifax is currently at 4.96 metres and steady, near the the major flood level (5.00 m).
The Herbert River at Halifax is likely to remain around the major flood level (5.00 m) during Friday. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.}
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts
Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 05:00 pm EST on Friday 07 February 2025.
Latest River Heights:
Wild R at Silver Valley TM,3.82,Falling,06:20 AM FRI 07/02/25
Rudd Ck at Gunnawarra Alert,5.52,Steady,06:58 PM THU 06/02/25
Rudd Ck at Gunnawarra TM,5.54,Steady,06:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Herbert R at Gleneagle Alert,6.45,Rising,02:34 AM FRI 07/02/25
Herbert R at Gleneagle TM,6.32,Falling,06:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Blencoe Creek at Blencoe Falls TM,4.01,Steady,06:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Herbert R at Nashs Crossing Alert,5.05,Steady,07:17 PM THU 06/02/25
Herbert R at Zattas Alert,3.75,Rising,07:10 PM THU 06/02/25
Herbert R at Abergowrie Br Alert,7.65,Steady,05:49 AM FRI 07/02/25
Stone R at Peacock Siding Alert,3.70,Falling,06:35 AM FRI 07/02/25
Herbert R at Trebonne Alert,8.90,Falling,06:19 AM FRI 07/02/25
Herbert R at Ingham Pump Stn Alert,9.29,Falling,06:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Herbert R at Ingham Pump Stn TM,9.29,Falling,06:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Herbert R at Gairloch (Auto) Alert,8.79,Falling,06:45 AM FRI 07/02/25
Herbert R at Halifax Alert,4.96,Falling,05:50 AM FRI 07/02/25
Lucinda Pt Tide TM,3.29,Steady,06:38 AM FRI 07/02/25
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.Fri 6:39am UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Major Flood Warning For The Cape River And Moderate Flood Warning For The Upper Burdekin, Lower Burdekin And Suttor Rivers
Issued at 06:39 AM EST on Friday 07 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 24
MAJOR FLOODING LIKELY AT TAEMAS FRIDAY AFTERNOON
MODERATE FLOODING LIKELY AT ST ANNS FRIDAY MORNING
RENEWED MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT SELLHEIM FRIDAY MORNING AND BURDEKIN DAM FRIDAY EVENING
RENEWED MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT INKERMAN BRIDGE FRIDAY AFTERNOON
Rainfall overnight has resulted in renewed river level rises along the Burdekin River and rises along the Cape, Belyando and Suttor Rivers.
River level rises are occurring along the Cape River, where major flooding is likely at Taemas from Friday afternoon. River level rises are also occurring along the Belyando and Suttor Rivers, where moderate flooding is likely at St Anns during Friday morning.
Renewed rises to the moderate flood level are possible at Sellheim during Friday morning. Renewed moderate flooding is possible at Burdekin Dam, Dalbeg, Clare and Inkerman Bridge during Friday.
Further rainfall and thunderstorms are forecast over the next few days. The situation is being closely monitored, and warnings will be updated as necessary.
Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Moderate flooding is likely along the Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Suttor River at St Anns is currently at 6.00 metres and rising, with minor flooding.
The Suttor River at St Anns is likely to reach the moderate flood level (6.50 m) late Friday morning. Further rises are likely with the arrival of upstream flow.
Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Major flooding is likely along the Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Cape River at Taemas is currently at 6.51 metres and rising, with minor flooding.
The Cape River at Taemas is expected to reach the moderate flood level (7.00 m) late Friday morning. The river level is likely to reach the major flood level (8.00 m) Friday afternoon. Further rises are possible with the arrival of upstream flow.
Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Moderate flooding may occur along the Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Burdekin River at Sellheim peaked around the moderate flood level (14.00 m) Thursday evening and is currently at 13.05 metres and falling.
Renewed river level rises are possible along the Burdekin River at Sellheim and the river level may reach the moderate flood level (14.00 m) late Friday morning.
The Burdekin River at Burdekin Dam is currently at 4.53 metres and rising, with minor flooding.
The Burdekin River at Burdekin Dam may reach the moderate flood level (5.50 m) Friday evening.
Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam:
Moderate flooding may occur along the Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg is currently at 13.88 metres and rising, above the minor flood level (10.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg may reach the moderate flood level (15.00 m) late Friday morning. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.
The Burdekin River at Clare is currently at 11.50 metres and rising, above the minor flood level (9.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Clare may reach the moderate flood level (13.00 m) Friday afternoon. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.
The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge is currently at 9.23 metres and steady, above the minor flood level (7.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge may exceed the moderate flood level (10.00 m) early Friday afternoon. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.}
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts
Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 12:00 pm EST on Friday 07 February 2025.
Latest River Heights:
Burdekin R at Mt Fullstop TM,11.00,Rising,05:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Running River at Mt Bradley TM,3.83,Steady,05:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Star R at Laroona TM,6.11,Steady,03:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Paluma Dam Alert,0.18,Steady,08:35 PM THU 06/02/25
Burdekin R at Gainsford TM,12.58,Rising,05:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Keelbottom Ck at Keelbottom TM,2.56,Rising,05:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Burdekin R at Sellheim Alert,13.00,Falling,05:55 AM FRI 07/02/25
Burdekin R at Sellheim TM,13.10,Falling,05:20 AM FRI 07/02/25
Alpha Ck at Rivington Alert,0.37,Falling,06:15 AM FRI 07/02/25
Belyando R at Albro,0.80,Rising,09:00 AM THU 06/02/25
Belyando R at Belyando Crossing TM,6.06,Rising,05:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Suttor R at St Anns Alert,6.00,Rising,06:14 AM FRI 07/02/25
Cape R at Pentland TM,4.12,Falling,05:15 AM FRI 07/02/25
Cape R at Taemas Alert,6.51,Rising,06:06 AM FRI 07/02/25
Cape R at Taemas TM,6.31,Rising,05:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Burdekin R at Burdekin Dam Alert,4.53,Rising,05:43 AM FRI 07/02/25
Burdekin R at Burdekin Dam TM,4.55,Rising,05:50 AM FRI 07/02/25
Bowen R at Myuna Alert,3.92,Rising,06:15 AM FRI 07/02/25
Bowen R at Myuna TM,3.80,Steady,05:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Burdekin R at Dalbeg Alert,13.88,Rising,06:18 AM FRI 07/02/25
Burdekin R at Dalbeg TM,13.85,Rising,06:03 AM FRI 07/02/25
Bogie R at Strathbogie Alert,2.52,Steady,05:36 AM FRI 07/02/25
Burdekin R at Millaroo Alert,12.30,Rising,06:12 AM FRI 07/02/25
Burdekin R at Clare Alert,11.50,Rising,06:20 AM FRI 07/02/25
Burdekin R at Clare TM,11.32,Steady,05:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Burdekin R at Inkerman Br Alert,9.23,Falling,06:14 AM FRI 07/02/25
Burdekin R at Rita Island Alert,0.85,Rising,05:56 AM FRI 07/02/25
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.Thu 6:00pm UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Initial Moderate Flood Warning For The Flinders
Issued at 06:00 PM EST on Thursday 06 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 1
MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT RICHMOND FRIDAY AFTERNOON
Widespread heavy rainfall has been observed across the Flinders River catchment which has led to river and creek level rises.Further heavy rainfall is forecast for the rest of the week and into the weekend. This is likely to lead to further river level rises.
Minor flooding is likely along the Flinders River at Richmond Friday morning. Moderate flooding may occur Friday afternoon with forecast rainfall.
The flood situation is being closely monitored and forecasts and warnings will be updated as required.
Flinders River to Richmond:
Moderate flooding may occur along the Flinders River to Richmond.
There are no river level observations at Richmond, but the river level is expected to be below the minor flood level (5.00 m).
The Flinders River at Richmond is likely to reach the minor flood level (5.00 m) Friday morning. The river level may reach the moderate flood level (6.00 m) Friday afternoon with forecast rainfall. Further rises are possible.
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.}
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts
Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 03:30 pm EST on Friday 07 February 2025.
Latest River Heights:
Porcupine Ck at Mt Emu Plains TM,1.90,Steady,04:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Flinders R at Glendower Crossing TM,1.83,Rising,04:25 PM THU 06/02/25
Flinders R at Punchbowl TM,2.55,Steady,04:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Flinders R at Etta Plains TM,1.93,Rising,04:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Cloncurry R at Cloncurry TM,0.55,Steady,04:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Gilliat R at Wills Dev Rd TM,2.34,Falling,04:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Julia Ck at Julia Ck TM,1.91,Rising,04:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Cloncurry R at Canobie Auto TM,2.24,Steady,04:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Flinders R at Walkers Bend TM,0.98,Steady,04:00 PM THU 06/02/25
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.Thu 2:27pm UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Minor Flood Warning For The Barcoo River
Issued at 02:27 PM EST on Thursday 06 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 2
MINOR FLOODING EXPECTED TO BE OCCURRING AT BLACKALL
Moderate rainfall totals have been observed over upper part of the Thomson and Barcoo Rivers catchment during the last few days. River level rises and minor flooding have been observed along the Barcoo River at Blackall.
Further showers and thunderstorm are forecast for the next few days.
Barcoo River to Isisford:
Minor flooding is expected to be occurring along the Barcoo River to Isisford.
No current river level observations are available for the Barcoo River at Blackall, however based on the nearby automatic gauge the river level is expected to be falling with minor flooding.
The Barcoo River at Blackall may remain around the minor flood level (2.00 m) overnight Thursday into Friday.
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.}
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts
Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 03:00 pm EST on Friday 07 February 2025.
Latest River Heights:
Cornish Ck at Bowen Downs TM,3.66,Rising,01:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Thomson R at Longreach Auto TM,1.76,Rising,01:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Thomson R at Bogewong TM,1.69,Steady,12:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Alice R at Barcaldine Weir Auto TM,3.81,Steady,01:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Barcoo R at Retreat TM,0.50,Steady,01:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Cooper Ck at Windorah (Long Crossing) TM,2.62,Steady,12:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Cooper Ck at Lignum Channel TM,-0.41,Steady,12:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Cooper Ck at Nappa Merrie TM,0.49,Steady,01:00 PM THU 06/02/25
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.For extended forecasts and greater detail visit weather zone°- Initial Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
- Major Flood Warning For The Herbert River
- Major Flood Warning For The Cape River And Moderate Flood Warning For The Upper Burdekin, Lower Burdekin And Suttor Rivers
- Initial Moderate Flood Warning For The Flinders
- Minor Flood Warning For The Barcoo River
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Temperature for next 7 days
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Rain for next 7 days
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