Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland

Major Flood Warning For The Thomson And Barcoo Rivers And Cooper Creek
Issued at 05:00 PM EST on Monday 31 March 2025
Flood Warning Number: 25

MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT JUNDAH, RETREAT AND WINDORAH
MAJOR FLOODING LIKELY AT LONGREACH FROM LATE TUESDAY MORNING AND POSSIBLE AT STONEHENGE FROM WEDNESDAY EVENING
MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE FROM TUESDAY MORNING AT ISISFORD
MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT CAMOOLA PARK AND STONEHENGE
Heavy to intense rainfall during the last week caused rapid rises and significant major flooding across the Thomson, Barcoo and Cooper Creek catchments. Major flooding is occurring at Jundah, Retreat, and Windorah.
At Jundah, the river level peaked above both the 1974 and 1955 flood levels. At Retreat, the river level is estimated to have peaked overnight Friday with major flooding, higher than the April 1990 flood level. As these floodwaters combine along the Cooper Creek, it is estimated that a major flood peak near the January 1974 flood level may have occurred at Windorah Saturday afternoon.
Major flooding easing slowly at Jundah, Retreat and Windorah. Moderate flooding is occurring at Camoola Park and at Stonehenge. Minor flooding is occurring at the Thomson River at Longreach, and expected to reach the moderate flood level early Monday evening. Further river level rises to major is likely from late Tuesday morning.
Moderate flooding is likely at the Barcoo River at Isisford from early Monday evening, and further river level rises to major is possible from Tuesday morning.
Further rainfall is forecast across the catchment during the middle of the week which may result in small renewed river and creek level rises and prolong the current flooding.
The situation is being closely monitored, and this warning will be updated as required.
Peak forecasts will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.

Thomson River:
Minor to major flooding is occurring along the Thomson River.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park was at 5.10 metres as of 06:00 am Monday and rising with moderate flooding.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday. Further river level rises are possible as upstream floodwaters arrive.

The Thomson River at Longreach is currently at 3.72 metres and rising, above the minor flood level (3.30 m).
The Thomson River at Longreach is expected to reach the moderate flood level (4.30 m) early Monday evening. The river level is likely to reach the major flood level (5.30 m) late Tuesday morning. Further river level rises are possible as upstream floodwaters arrive.

The Thomson River at Stonehenge is currently at 4.90 metres and falling with moderate flooding.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (3.00 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday. The river level may reach the major flood level (5.00 m) Wednesday evening with forecast rainfall. Further river level rises are possible as upstream floodwaters arrive.

The Thomson River at Jundah is currently at 7.35 metres and falling with major flooding.
The Thomson River at Jundah is expected to remain above the major flood level (5.00 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday. Renewed river level rises are possible with forecast rainfall from Wednesday morning.

Barcoo River to Isisford:
Major flooding may occur along the Barcoo River to Isisford.
No recent observations are available along the Jordan River at Jericho, but it is estimated to be below the minor flood level (2.00 m) and falling.
Renewed rises and minor flooding possible along the Jordan River at Jericho from Wednesday morning with forecast rainfall.

No recent observations are available along the Alice River at Barcaldine, but it is estimated to be around minor flood level and falling slowly.
The Alice River at Barcaldine may fall below the minor flood level (3.00 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday. Renewed rises and minor flooding possible along the Alice River at Barcaldine from Wednesday morning with forecast rainfall.

No recent observations are available for Blackall. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river is estimated to be below the minor flood level (2.00 m) and falling.
The Barcoo River at Blackall may reach the minor flood level (2.00 m) Wednesday morning with forecast rainfall.

The Barcoo River at Isisford was at 4.46 metres and rising, above the minor flood level (4.00 m).
The Barcoo River at Isisford is likely to exceed the moderate flood level (5.00 m) early Monday evening. The river level may reach the major flood level (6.00 m) Tuesday morning. Further river level rises are possible with forecast rainfall.

Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Major flooding is occurring along the Barcoo River downstream of Isisford at Wahroongha, Glenlock and Retreat.
No recent observations are available along the Barcoo River at Retreat. Based on the upstream automatic gauges, the river level is estimated to be around 10.80 metres and falling slowly with major flooding.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is expected to ease slowly but remain above the major flood level (8.00 m) during Tuesday and into the next few days.

Cooper Creek:
Major flooding is occurring along the Cooper Creek at Windorah.
There are no current observations available for the Cooper Creek at Windorah. The Cooper Creek at Windorah is estimated to have peaked near the January 1974 flood level during Saturday afternoon with major flooding. The creek level is estimated to be well above the major flood level (5.00 m) and falling.
The Cooper Ck at Windorah (Main Channel) TM is likely to remain above the major flood level (5.00 m) during Tuesday and into the next few days.

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 10:00 am EST on Tuesday 01 April 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Ck at Bowen Downs TM,5.38,Steady,03:00 PM MON 31/03/25
Landsborough R at Muttaburra,5.75,Rising,09:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Thomson R at Camoola Park,5.10,Steady,12:00 PM MON 31/03/25
Thomson R at Longreach Auto TM,3.72,Rising,03:20 PM MON 31/03/25
Thomson R at Bogewong TM,5.52,Steady,03:00 PM MON 31/03/25
Thomson R Stonehenge (East),4.90,Falling,09:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Thomson R at Jundah,7.35,Falling,08:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Barcoo R at Gillespie Alert,1.90,Falling,01:30 PM MON 31/03/25
Barcoo R at Coolagh,5.50,Steady,12:30 PM MON 31/03/25
Alice R at Barcaldine Weir Auto TM,6.30,Steady,03:00 PM MON 31/03/25
Barcoo R at Isisford,4.46,Rising,12:10 PM MON 31/03/25
Barcoo R at Oma,4.00,Falling,05:55 AM MON 31/03/25
Barcoo R at Wahroongha,4.55,Falling,07:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Barcoo R at Glenlock,6.15,Falling,07:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Cooper Ck at Windorah (Long Crossing) TM,7.60,Falling,03:24 PM MON 31/03/25
Cooper Ck at Lignum Channel TM,3.28,Falling,03:29 PM MON 31/03/25
Cooper Ck at Nappa Merrie TM,2.26,Steady,03:00 PM MON 31/03/25

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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland

Moderate Flood Warning For The Flinders River
Issued at 11:48 AM EST on Monday 31 March 2025
Flood Warning Number: 12

MODERATE FLOOD PEAK JUST BELOW MAJOR LIKELY AT RICHMOND OVERNIGHT MONDAY INTO TUESDAY
MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT WALKERS BEND
Moderate to heavy rainfall since Friday evening has caused river level rises and flooding along the Flinders and Cloncurry Rivers.
Showers and storms remains possible for the remainder of Monday and Tuesday, which may keep river and creek levels elevated with renewed rises possible along the Flinders and Cloncurry Rivers and their tributaries.

Flinders River to Richmond:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Flinders River to Richmond.
The Flinders River at Richmond was at 7.57 metres at 09:00 am Monday and rising, above the moderate flood level (6.00 m).
The Flinders River at Richmond is likely to peak just below the major flood level (8.00 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday.

Flinders River downstream of Richmond:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Flinders River downstream of Richmond.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is currently at 5.38 metres and rising, above the moderate flood level (5.30 m).
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (5.30 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday.

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 Tuesday 01 April 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Porcupine Ck at Mt Emu Plains TM,2.22,Steady,10:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Flinders R at Glendower Crossing TM,2.13,Falling,10:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Flinders R at Richmond,7.57,Rising,09:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Flinders R at Punchbowl TM,6.67,Steady,10:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Flinders R at Etta Plains TM,7.39,Steady,10:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Cloncurry R at Cloncurry TM,1.94,Steady,10:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Gilliat R at Wills Dev Rd TM,6.69,Steady,10:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Julia Ck at Julia Ck TM,2.73,Steady,10:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Cloncurry R at Canobie Auto TM,6.28,Steady,10:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Flinders R at Walkers Bend TM,5.39,Steady,10:00 AM MON 31/03/25

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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland

Minor Flood Warning For The Herbert River
Issued at 11:32 AM EST on Monday 31 March 2025
Flood Warning Number: 2

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT GLENEAGLE AND ABERGOWRIE BRIDGE
Moderate to heavy rainfall has been observed across the upper Herbert catchment over the last week. This has caused creek and river level rises in upper parts of the catchment. Minor flooding is occurring along the Herbert River at Gleneagle and at Abergowrie Bridge.
Further showers and storms are forecast for the next few days which may cause renewed river level rises.
The situation will be monitored, and flood warnings will be issued as required.

Herbert River to Nash's Crossing:
Minor flooding is estimated to be occurring along the Herbert River at Gleneagle.
There are no observations available for the manual gauge at Gleneagle, however, based on the nearby automatic gauge, it is expected that the river is steady above the minor flood level (4.50 m).
The Herbert River at Gleneagle is expected to remain above the minor flood level (4.50 m) for the remainder of Monday and into Tuesday. Further river level rises are possible with forecast rainfall.

Herbert River downstream of Nash's Crossing:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Herbert River downstream of Nash's Crossing.
The Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge is currently at 6.50 metres and falling above the minor flood level (6.00 m).
The Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge is likely to remain around the minor flood level (6.00 m) for the remainder of Monday into Tuesday. Further river level 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 Tuesday 01 April 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Wild R at Silver Valley TM,3.05,Falling,09:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Rudd Ck at Gunnawarra Alert,7.67,Falling,09:57 AM MON 31/03/25
Rudd Ck at Gunnawarra TM,7.72,Falling,09:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Herbert R at Gleneagle Alert,5.40,Rising,08:40 AM MON 31/03/25
Herbert R at Gleneagle TM,5.41,Steady,09:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Blencoe Creek at Blencoe Falls TM,3.26,Steady,09:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Herbert R at Nashs Crossing Alert,4.00,Rising,10:10 AM MON 31/03/25
Herbert R at Zattas Alert,3.00,Falling,09:39 AM MON 31/03/25
Herbert R at Abergowrie Br Alert,6.50,Falling,10:09 AM MON 31/03/25
Stone R at Peacock Siding Alert,1.70,Falling,09:40 AM MON 31/03/25
Herbert R at Trebonne Alert,6.50,Rising,09:52 AM MON 31/03/25
Herbert R at Ingham Pump Stn Alert,6.24,Rising,10:10 AM MON 31/03/25
Herbert R at Ingham Pump Stn TM,6.04,Rising,09:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Herbert R at Gairloch (Auto) Alert,5.99,Rising,10:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Herbert R at Halifax Alert,2.91,Rising,09:57 AM MON 31/03/25
Lucinda Pt Tide TM,3.24,Steady,09:38 AM MON 31/03/25

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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland

Moderate Flood Warning For The Cape River And Minor Flood Warning For The Burdekin And Suttor Rivers
Issued at 10:56 AM EST on Monday 31 March 2025
Flood Warning Number: 12

TAEMAS STEADY JUST BELOW THE MODERATE FLOOD LEVEL
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT BURDEKIN FALLS DAM, DALBEG, CLARE AND INKERMAN BRIDGE, FURTHER SMALL RISES POSSIBLE AS UPSTREAM FLOODWATER ARRIVES
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT ST ANNS FROM OVERNIGHT MONDAY INTO TUESDAY
Moderate to heavy rainfall since early last week has caused river and creek level rises across the Burdekin River catchment. Further forecast rainfall may lead to continued and renewed rises across the region over the next few days.
The situation is being closely monitored, and this warning will be updated as required.

Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Minor flooding may occur along the Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam.
There are no recent observations along Alpha Creek at Alpha. Based on river levels at upstream stations, the creek level is expected to be below the minor flood level (7.00 m) and falling.
The Alpha Creek at Alpha is likely to remain below the minor flood level (7.00 m) during Monday. Renewed river level rises are possible over the next few days with forecast rainfall.

The Suttor River at St Anns is currently at 2.70 metres and rising, below the minor flood level (4.00 metres).
The Suttor River at St Anns may reach the minor flood level (4.00 m) from overnight Monday into Tuesday. Further rises are possible as floodwater arrives and with forecast rainfall.

Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Near moderate flooding occurring along the Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Cape River at Taemas is currently at 6.76 metres and steady, with minor flooding, just below the moderate flood level (7.00 m).
The Cape River at Taemas is likely to remain near the moderate flood level (7.00 m) during Monday. Renewed river level rises are possible over the next few days as floodwater arrives and with forecast rainfall.

Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Minor flooding occurring along the Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Burdekin River at Sellheim is currently at 8.75 metres and steady, below the minor flood level (12.00 m).
Further small renewed river level rises are possible over the next few days, however the river level is likely to remain below the minor flood level (12.00 m).

The Burdekin River at Burdekin Dam is currently at 3.38 metres and steady, above the minor flood level (3.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Burdekin Dam is likely to remain above the minor flood level (3.00 m) during Monday and into Tuesday.

Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg is currently at 10.73 metres and rising, above the minor flood level (10.00 m).
Further small rises are likely during Monday and the river level is likely to remain above the minor flood level (10.00 m) during Monday and into Tuesday.

The Burdekin River at Clare is currently at 9.40 metres and rising, above the minor flood level (9.00 m).
Further small rises are likely during Monday and the river level is likely to remain above the minor flood level (9.00 m) during Monday and into Tuesday.

The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge is currently at 7.20 metres and rising, above the minor flood level (7.00 m).
Further small rises are likely during Monday and the river level is likely to remain above the minor flood level (7.00 m) during Monday and into Tuesday.

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 11:00 am EST on Tuesday 01 April 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Burdekin R at Mt Fullstop TM,7.70,Rising,10:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Star R at Laroona TM,3.75,Steady,10:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Paluma Dam Alert,0.08,Steady,05:34 AM MON 31/03/25
Burdekin R at Gainsford TM,8.42,Rising,10:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Keelbottom Ck at Keelbottom TM,1.88,Steady,10:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Burdekin R at Sellheim Alert,8.75,Steady,10:51 AM MON 31/03/25
Burdekin R at Sellheim TM,8.76,Rising,10:20 AM MON 31/03/25
Alpha Ck at Rivington Alert,2.92,Falling,10:25 AM MON 31/03/25
Belyando R at Belyando Crossing TM,4.90,Steady,10:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Suttor R at St Anns Alert,2.75,Rising,10:44 AM MON 31/03/25
Suttor R at St Anns TM,2.72,Rising,10:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Cape R at Pentland TM,2.97,Falling,10:10 AM MON 31/03/25
Cape R at Taemas Alert,6.76,Steady,10:34 AM MON 31/03/25
Cape R at Taemas TM,6.75,Steady,10:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Burdekin R at Burdekin Dam Alert,3.38,Steady,09:53 AM MON 31/03/25
Burdekin R at Burdekin Dam TM,3.46,Steady,10:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Bowen R at Myuna Alert,1.87,Steady,08:46 AM MON 31/03/25
Bowen R at Myuna TM,1.85,Steady,10:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Burdekin R at Dalbeg Alert,10.73,Falling,10:43 AM MON 31/03/25
Burdekin R at Dalbeg TM,10.72,Steady,10:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Bogie R at Strathbogie Alert,2.02,Rising,10:43 AM MON 31/03/25
Burdekin R at Millaroo Alert,10.05,Rising,10:25 AM MON 31/03/25
Burdekin R at Clare Alert,9.40,Rising,08:35 AM MON 31/03/25
Burdekin R at Clare TM,9.40,Steady,10:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Burdekin R at Inkerman Br Alert,7.20,Rising,09:53 AM MON 31/03/25
Burdekin R at Rita Island Alert,-0.55,Rising,10:06 AM MON 31/03/25

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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland

Moderate Flood Warning For The Western River And Minor Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 10:29 AM EST on Monday 31 March 2025
Flood Warning Number: 11

MODERATE FLOODING LIKELY OCCURRING ALONG THE WESTERN RIVER AT WINTON
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE LATER THIS WEEK AT BIRDSVILLE
Moderate to heavy rainfall during last week has caused significant river level rises across the Diamantina River catchment. Moderate flooding is likely occurring at Winton, and major flooding is occurring along the Diamantina River.
As the floodwaters continue to move downstream over the coming weeks, forecasts will be refined for Birdsville.
The situation is being closely monitored and this warning will be updated as required.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
Major flooding is occurring along the Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes. The river level is currently at 6.45 metres and steady, which is 4.35 metres above the level of the causeway on the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road (2.10 m). Minor flooding is easing at Elderslie.
Western River:
Moderate flooding is likely occurring along the Western River at Winton.
There are no recent observations for the Western River at Winton, however, it is likely the river level is above the moderate flood (2.00 m) level and easing.
The Western River at Winton may fall below the moderate flood level (2.00 m) Monday afternoon.

Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
Flooding is occurring along the Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes, including major flooding at Monkira.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville was at 1.80 metres and steady around 9:00 am Sunday, below the minor flood level (4.00 m).
The Diamantina River at Birdsville may reach the minor flood level (4.00 m) later this week. Further updates will be provided as peaks are recorded upstream.

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 11:00 am EST on Tuesday 01 April 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Ck at Oondooroo TM,3.64,Falling,09:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Diamantina R at Elderslie,2.35,Falling,06:30 AM MON 31/03/25
Diamantina R at Diamantina Lakes TM,6.45,Steady,09:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Diamantina R at Monkira,5.28,Rising,09:00 AM MON 31/03/25
Diamantina R at Birdsville,Not Available,Not Available,Not Available

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.