Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland

Moderate Flood Warning For The Thomson River And Minor Flood Warning For The Cooper Creek
Issued at 10:30 AM EST on Saturday 22 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 18

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT STONEHENGE AND JUNDAH OVER THE WEEKEND AND INTO NEXT WEEK
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT WINDORAH NEXT WEEK
Significant rainfall over upper parts of the Thomson and Barcoo River catchments during early February has caused elevated river levels and flooding. Floodwater is moving relatively slowly along the Thomson River, the main flood peak has passed through Bogewong where moderate flooding is continuing.
No significant rainfall is forecast over the next few days.

Thomson River:
Minor to moderate flooding is occurring along the Thomson River between Camoola Park and Bogewong. Moderate flooding may occur along the Thomson River downstream of Longreach.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park was last observed at 2.70 metres at 6:00 am Friday and slowly falling, above the minor flood level.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park will continue falling but is expected to remain above the minor flood level (2.00 m) into Sunday.

The Thomson River at Longreach is currently at 3.37 metres and falling slowly, above the minor flood level.
The Thomson River at Longreach is expected to fall below the minor flood level (3.30 m) late Saturday afternoon.

There are no current observations available for the Thomson River at Stonehenge, however the river level is estimated to be below the minor flood level and rising slowly.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge may exceed the minor flood level (2.00 m) Saturday evening. The river level may reach the moderate flood level (3.00 m) during Sunday.

There are no current observations available for the Thomson River at Jundah, however the river level is estimated to be below the minor flood level and rising slowly.
The Thomson River at Jundah may exceed the minor flood level (2.50 m) Saturday afternoon. The river level may reach the moderate flood level (4.00 m) early next week. Forecasts will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.

Cooper Creek:
Minor flooding may occur along the Cooper Creek next week.
There are no current observations for the Cooper Creek at Windorah (Main Channel), however, based on upstream gauges it is estimated that the river level is currently below the minor flood level and rising slowly.
The Cooper Ck at Windorah (Main Channel) is expected to continue rising slowly but remain below the minor flood level (3.00 m) over the next few days. The creek level may reach the minor flood level (3.00 m) next week. Further rises are possible with the arrival of upstream floodwater.

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 Sunday 23 February 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Ck at Bowen Downs TM,2.45,Steady,08:00 AM SAT 22/02/25
Thomson R at Longreach Auto TM,3.37,Steady,08:00 AM SAT 22/02/25
Thomson R at Bogewong TM,4.76,Steady,09:00 AM SAT 22/02/25
Alice R at Barcaldine Weir Auto TM,3.81,Steady,08:00 AM SAT 22/02/25
Barcoo R at Retreat TM,1.36,Steady,08:00 AM SAT 22/02/25
Cooper Ck at Windorah (Long Crossing) TM,2.61,Steady,09:00 AM SAT 22/02/25
Cooper Ck at Lignum Channel TM,-0.41,Steady,09:00 AM SAT 22/02/25
Cooper Ck at Nappa Merrie TM,0.35,Steady,08:00 AM SAT 22/02/25

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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland

Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 10:28 AM EST on Friday 21 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 16

FLOOD LEVELS REMAIN ABOVE THE SPRINGVALE DIAMANTINA LAKES RD CAUSEWAY
Heavy rainfall in early February has caused river level rises in parts of the Diamantina River catchment.
Minor to moderate flooding is occurring along the Diamantina River as floodwaters arrive from upstream.
No significant rainfall totals are forecast for the Diamantina River catchment for the next few days.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
Moderate flooding is continuing at Diamantina Lakes following a moderate flood peak, with the river level currently at 4.41 metres and falling slowly. The river level is 2.31 metres above the level of the causeway on the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road (2.10 m).
Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
The river level along the Diamantina River at Monkira is estimated to be above the minor flood level (2.90 m) and rising.

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 Monday 24 February 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Ck at Oondooroo TM,1.81,Rising,09:00 AM FRI 21/02/25
Diamantina R at Diamantina Lakes TM,4.41,Steady,09:00 AM FRI 21/02/25
Diamantina R at Monkira,0.00,Steady,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.