Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Upper Balonne River, Flood Warning For Dogwood Creek And Final Flood Warning For Bungil Creek
Issued at 11:38 AM AEST on Tuesday 10 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 4

MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT WARKON FROM OVERNIGHT TUESDAY INTO WEDNESDAY AND AT SURAT FROM LATE THURSDAY
NO FURTHER FLOODING EXPECTED ALONG BUNGIL CREEK AT ROMA
Recent heavy rainfall has caused river level rises across the upper Balonne River catchment. Major flooding is possible along the Balonne River at Warkon from overnight Tuesday into Wednesday and at Surat from late Thursday, with minor flooding possible at Warroo from overnight Thursday into Friday. Significant creek level rises and flooding are also occurring along Dogwood Creek. At Roma, creek levels are now below the minor flood level with no further flooding expected along Bungil Creek.
No significant rainfall is forecast for the next few days.
A Flood Watch remains current for much of Queensland.

Dogwood Creek:
Significant river level rises are occurring along Dogwood Creek, with near-moderate and moderate peaks observed overnight Monday into Tuesday at Miles and Gilweir respectively. Major flooding is still rising at Pine Hill Crossing.
Balonne River to Surat:
Major flooding is possible along the Balonne River to Surat.
No observations are currently available for the Balonne River at Warkon. The river level is estimated to be above the minor flood level (7.00 m) and rising.
The Balonne River at Warkon may exceed the moderate flood level (8.00 m) during the remainder of Tuesday. The river may exceed the major flood level (9.00 m) overnight Tuesday into Wednesday. Peak forecasts will be provided as upstream peaks are observed.

No observations are currently available for the Balonne River at Surat. Based on the river level at the nearby automatic station, the river level is estimated to be below the minor flood level and rising.
The Balonne River at Surat may exceed the minor flood level (5.00 m) overnight Tuesday into Wednesday, then the moderate flood level (7.00 m) during Wednesday, then the major flood level (9.00 m) from late Thursday. Peak forecasts will be provided as upstream peaks are observed..

Bungil Creek:
No further flooding is expected along Bungil Creek.
The Bungil Creek at Roma peaked at 5.25 m around 04:00 pm Monday 9 March, near the moderate flood level (5.45 m). The creek is currently at 4.84 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Bungil Creek at Roma will continue easing and remain below the minor flood level (4.95 m).

Balonne River downstream of Surat to Beardmore Dam:
Minor flooding is possible along the Balonne River downstream of Surat to Beardmore Dam.
The Balonne River at Warroo is currently at 2.37 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Balonne River at Warroo may exceed the minor flood level (9.00 m) overnight Thursday into Friday. 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 01:00 PM AEST on Wednesday 11 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Dogwood Creek at Miles,9.64,falling,7:58 am Tue 10/03/26
Bungil Creek at Tabers,1.93,falling,11:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Bungil Creek at Roma,4.84,falling,11:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Balonne River at Surat TM,4.10,rising,11:15 am Tue 10/03/26
Balonne River at Weribone,1.33,steady,11:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Balonne River at Warroo,2.37,steady,10:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Maranoa River at Springfield,1.09,steady,9:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Maranoa River at Woodlands,1.95,steady,9:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Maranoa River at Old Cashmere,0.98,steady,11:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Balonne River at Beardmore Dam,-5.92,steady,10:00 am Tue 10/03/26

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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Australia

Flood Watch For Parts Of The Gulf Country And Cape York Peninsula
Issued at 11:35 AM AEST on Tuesday 10 March 2026
Flood Watch Number: 9
WIDESPREAD MINOR TO MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING ACROSS QUEENSLAND WITH FURTHER FLOODING POSSIBLE ACROSS PARTS OF THE GULF COUNTRY AND CAPE YORK PENINSULA

Catchments likely to be affected include:
Haughton River
Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam
Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam
Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam
Comet and Nogoa Rivers
Dawson and Don Rivers
Mackenzie and Fitzroy Rivers and Shoalwater and Water Park Creeks
Calliope River
Boyne River
Pine and Caboolture Rivers
Sunshine Coast Rivers and Creeks
Moonie River
Leichhardt River
Cloncurry River
Staaten River
Mitchell River

Flooding is no longer expected in the following catchment(s): Cape to Burdekin Falls Dam, Burdekin to Burdekin Falls Dam, Pine and Caboolture and Moonie

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts
For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood

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 Flood Watch will be issued by 01:00 PM AEST on Wednesday 11 March 2026.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Dawson River And Callide Creek, Moderate Flood Warning For The Connors And Isaac Rivers, Minor Flood Warning For Kroombit Creek And Flood Warning For The Comet And Nogoa Rivers
Issued at 05:47 AM AEST on Tuesday 10 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 8

MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT JAMBIN AND BARALABA AND POSSIBLE AT THEODORE WEIR TUESDAY MORNING
MODERATE FLOODING LIKELY AT YATTON AND POSSIBLE AT TAROOM AND MOURA FROM TUESDAY MORNING
Moderate to locally intense rainfall has been observed across parts of the Fitzroy River catchment over the last few days. This has resulted in rapid river and creek level rises particularly across parts of the Dawson, Comet and Nogoa River catchments.
Major flooding is occurring along the Callide Creek. Major flooding is occurring along the Dawson River at Baralaba and is possible at Theodore Weir. Moderate flooding is possible at Taroom and Moura from Tuesday morning. Moderate flooding is likely along the Isaac River, and elevated river levels are occurring across the Nogoa and Comet River catchments.
A Flood Watch is current for most of Queensland.

Dawson River to Theodore:
Major flooding is possible at Theodore Weir. Moderate flooding is possible at Taroom. Moderate flooding is occurring at Windamere, Chilgerrie Hill and Gyranda Weir.
The Dawson River at Taroom is currently at 4.60 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Dawson River at Taroom may exceed the moderate flood level (6.00 m) Tuesday afternoon. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

The Dawson River at Theodore Weir is currently at 11.31 m and rising, with moderate flooding.
The Dawson River at Theodore Weir may reach around the major flood level (12.00 m) Tuesday morning.

Dawson River downstream of Theodore:
Major flooding is occurring at Baralaba, Redcliffe, Karamea and Beckers.
No observations are currently available for the Dawson River at Moura. Based on the nearby automatic gauge the river level is estimated to be above the minor flood level (6.00 m) and rising.
The Dawson River at Moura may exceed the moderate flood level (11.00 m) overnight Tuesday into Wednesday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

No observations are currently available for the Dawson River at Baralaba. However, based on the nearby gauge the river level at Baralaba is expected to be above the major flood level (9.00 m) and rising.
The Dawson River at Baralaba may reach around 12.50 m overnight Tuesday into Wednesday, with major flooding. Further rises are likely later in the week as upstream flows from the upper Dawson River arrive.

Don and Dee Rivers:
Major flooding is occurring at Jambin.
No observations are currently available for the Kroombit Creek at Biloela, however the river level is estimated to be above the minor flood level and falling.
The Kroombit Creek at Biloela may remain above the minor flood level (2.20 m) until Tuesday evening.

The Callide Creek at Jambin is currently at 5.15 m and steady, with major flooding.
The Callide Creek at Jambin may peak near 5.20 m Tuesday morning, with major flooding.

Comet River:
River level rises are occurring across the Comet River catchment. Major flooding is occurring at Comet Weir.
Nogoa River:
River level rises are occurring across the Nogoa River catchment. Major flooding is occurring at Valeria.
Connors and Isaac Rivers:
Moderate flooding is likely at Yatton.
The Isaac River at Yatton is currently at 9.34 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Isaac River at Yatton is likely to exceed the moderate flood level (9.50 m) Tuesday morning. The river may remain above the moderate flood level (9.50 m) into Wednesday.

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 Tuesday 10 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Dawson River at Utopia Downs,3.00,falling,5:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Dawson River at Tarana Crossing,6.09,rising,5:40 am Tue 10/03/26
Juandah Creek at Windamere,8.88,falling,5:20 am Tue 10/03/26
Dawson River at Taroom,4.60,rising,5:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Dawson River at Gyranda Weir,1.55,falling,4:48 am Tue 10/03/26
Dawson River at Theodore Weir,11.43,rising,4:53 am Tue 10/03/26
Dawson River at Moura Weir,0.99,steady,4:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Mimosa Creek at Karamea,9.31,rising,4:52 am Tue 10/03/26
Dawson River at Baralaba TW,11.84,rising,5:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Kroombit Creek at Kroombit Dam HG,-5.43,rising,5:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Callide Creek at Callide Dam HG,-11.90,rising,5:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Callide Creek at Jambin,5.10,falling,5:02 am Tue 10/03/26
Callide Creek at Goovigen,9.72,rising,5:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Don River at Rannes,5.57,steady,5:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Dawson River at Knebworth,7.04,rising,5:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Arcadia Creek at Arcadia Valley School,1.65,steady,5:13 am Tue 10/03/26
Comet River at The Lake,8.20,rising,5:20 am Tue 10/03/26
Comet River at Comet Weir,8.34,rising,5:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Nogoa River at Raymond,2.70,steady,4:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Nogoa River at Craigmore,7.03,steady,5:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Nogoa River at Fairbairn Dam,-7.93,steady,5:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Nogoa River at Emerald,5.61,falling,5:39 am Tue 10/03/26
Theresa Creek at Gregory Highway,8.89,rising,5:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Isaac River at Fitzroy Developmental Rd Bridge,0.44,falling,5:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Connors River at Pink Lagoon,9.38,steady,5:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Isaac River at Yatton,9.34,rising,5:05 am Tue 10/03/26
Mackenzie River at Bedford Weir TW,5.75,rising,5:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Mackenzie River at Bingegang TW,1.98,rising,4:53 am Tue 10/03/26
Mackenzie River at Bingegang Weir HG,7.75,rising,4:55 am Tue 10/03/26
Mackenzie River at Tartrus,6.68,steady,4:43 am Tue 10/03/26
Fitzroy River at Riverslea,13.28,steady,5:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Connor Creek at Port Alma Tide,2.95,falling,4:49 am Tue 10/03/26

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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Suttor River And Final Flood Warning For The Lower Burdekin River
Issued at 01:25 PM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 3

MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE ALONG THE SUTTOR RIVER AT ST ANNS FROM AROUND FRIDAY
FLOODING NO LONGER EXPECTED ALONG THE LOWER BURDEKIN RIVER AT DALBEG, CLARE AND INKERMAN BRIDGE (BURDEKIN BRIDGE)
Recent moderate to heavy rainfall over parts of the Belyando and Suttor catchments has caused river level rises across the upper catchments. Minor flooding is possible from around Friday along the Suttor River at St Anns as upstream flows arrive.
Elevated river levels are occurring along the lower Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam, however river levels are expected to remain below the minor flood level.
A Flood Watch is current for most of Queensland.

Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Minor flooding is possible along the Suttor River.
The Suttor River at St Anns is currently at 1.39 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Suttor River at St Anns may reach the minor flood level (4.00 m) from around Friday.

Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam:
Flooding is no longer expected along the lower Burdekin River.
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg is currently at 7.28 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg is expected to remain below the minor flood level (10.00 m).

The Burdekin River at Clare is currently at 7.20 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Clare is expected to remain below the minor flood level (9.00 m).

The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge (Burdekin Bridge) is currently at 5.55 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge (Burdekin Bridge) is expected to remain below the minor flood level (7.00 m).

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 Wednesday 11 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Burdekin River at Mt Fullstop,3.78,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Paluma Dam,0.08,steady,11:40 am Mon 09/03/26
Star River at Laroona,3.55,falling,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Gainsford,4.60,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Keelbottom Creek at Keelbottom,1.92,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Sellheim,4.70,falling,7:12 am Mon 09/03/26
Alpha Creek at Rivington,1.12,steady,12:56 pm Mon 09/03/26
Belyando River at Belyando Crossing,1.67,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Suttor River at St Anns,1.39,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Cape River at Pentland,2.22,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Cape River at Taemas,2.71,steady,10:27 am Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin Dam,1.27,steady,1:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Bowen River at Myuna,4.93,falling,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Dalbeg,7.28,rising,12:39 pm Mon 09/03/26
Bogie River at Strathbogie,2.72,falling,12:54 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Millaroo,7.65,steady,12:27 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Clare,7.20,falling,12:50 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge,5.60,falling,1:12 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Rita Island,-1.50,falling,12:43 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Groper Creek,0.74,steady,12:54 pm Mon 09/03/26

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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Burnett, Stuart And Boyne Rivers, And Barker And Barambah Creeks, And Flood Warning For The Auburn River
Issued at 01:10 PM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 6

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT BUNDABERG FROM LATE TUESDAY MORNING
MAJOR FLOODING EXPECTED TO BE OCCURRING AT DUNOLLIE AND BRIAN PASTURES, AND POSSIBLE AT MUNDUBBERA, GAYNDAH, STONELANDS AND WALLA FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON
MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT EIDSVOLD BRIDGE FROM OVERNIGHT MONDAY
Heavy rainfall has been recorded over the Burnett River catchment since Friday morning, with further heavy rainfall forecast for the remainder of Monday. This has caused significant river and creek level rises along the Burnett River and tributaries, where moderate to major flooding is possible at multiple locations, including moderate flooding possible at Bundaberg. Further river level rises are possible.
The situation is being monitored closely and this warning will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for most of Queensland. A Severe Weather Warning for heavy rainfall is current.

Burnett River to Mundubbera:
Major flooding is possible at Mundubbera, and moderate flooding is possible at Eidsvold Bridge.
No observations are currently available for the Burnett River at Eidsvold Bridge. The river level is estimated to be below the minor flood level and rising.
The Burnett River at Eidsvold Bridge is likely to exceed the minor flood level (6.00 m) Monday afternoon. The river may exceed the moderate flood level (9.00 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

The Burnett River at Mundubbera is currently at 13.72 m and rising, with moderate flooding.
The Burnett River at Mundubbera may exceed the major flood level (18.00 m) Monday afternoon. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

Auburn River:
River level rises are occurring along the Auburn River. Major flooding is occurring at Brovinia and Dykehead.
Stuart and Boyne Rivers:
Major flooding is occurring along the Stuart River at Proston and the Boyne River at Carters. Major flooding is expected to be occurring at Dunollie.
No observations are currently available for the Boyne River at Dunollie. The river level is estimated to be above the major flood level and rising.
The Boyne River at Dunollie is likely to remain above the major flood level (8.00 m) during Monday and into Tuesday. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

Barker and Barambah Creeks:
Major flooding is expected to be occurring at Brian Pastures and is likely to develop at Stonelands.
The Barambah Creek at Stonelands is currently at 10.79 m and rising, with moderate flooding.
The Barambah Creek at Stonelands is likely to exceed the major flood level (11.50 m) Monday afternoon. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

No observations are currently available for the Barambah Creek at Brian Pastures. The river level is estimated to be above the major flood level and rising.
The Barambah Creek at Brian Pastures is likely to remain above the major flood level (9.00 m) during Monday and into Tuesday. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

Burnett River downstream of Mundubbera to Paradise Dam:
Major flooding is possible at Gayndah.
The Burnett River at Gayndah is currently at 6.25 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Burnett River at Gayndah is likely to exceed the moderate flood level (8.00 m) Monday afternoon. The river may exceed the major flood level (15.00 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

Burnett River downstream of Paradise Dam:
Major flooding is possible at Walla. Moderate flooding is possible at Bundaberg.
No observations are currently available for the Burnett River at Walla. The river level is estimated to be below the minor flood level and rising.
The Burnett River at Walla is likely to exceed the minor (6.00 m) and moderate flood levels (8.00 m) Monday afternoon. The river may exceed the major flood level (12.00 m) Monday evening. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

The Burnett River at Bundaberg is currently at 1.32 m and rising with the tide, below the minor flood level.
The Burnett River at Bundaberg is likely to exceed the minor flood level (3.50 m) early Tuesday morning. The river may exceed the moderate flood level (5.50 m) from late Tuesday 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 09 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Three Moon Creek at Cania Dam (HW),-15.45,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Three Moon Creek at Monto,0.00,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Three Moon Creek at Abercorn Tm,4.57,rising,12:20 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burnett River at Ceratodus,4.88,rising,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Nogo River at Wuruma Dam (HW),-1.21,rising,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burnett River at Eidsvold,3.19,rising,12:23 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burnett River at Marriages,5.60,rising,12:58 pm Mon 09/03/26
Auburn River at Flagstone Bridge,14.19,rising,12:56 pm Mon 09/03/26
Boyne River at Boondooma Dam (HW),3.07,rising,11:55 am Mon 09/03/26
Boyne River at Derra,13.60,rising,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burnett River at Mundubbera,13.72,rising,12:59 pm Mon 09/03/26
Barker Creek at Bjelke-Petersen Dam (HW),0.46,rising,11:53 am Mon 09/03/26
Barambah Creek at Joe Sippel Weir (HW),1.50,rising,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Barambah Creek at Joe Sippel Weir (TW),7.62,rising,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Barambah Creek at Stonelands,10.79,rising,11:55 am Mon 09/03/26
Burnett River at Gayndah Flume,7.33,rising,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burnett River at Gayndah,6.25,rising,10:20 am Mon 09/03/26
Burnett River at Mt Lawless,8.89,rising,12:22 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burnett River at Paradise Dam (HW),2.53,rising,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burnett River at Ned Churchward Weir (HW),20.38,rising,12:48 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burnett River at Bundaberg,1.37,rising,12:55 pm Mon 09/03/26
Bundaberg Port Tide,2.36,rising,12:31 pm Mon 09/03/26

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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations
Reissue to correct next issue time.

Major Flood Warning For The Warrego River (Qld)
Issued at 12:51 PM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 3

MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT AUGATHELLA ON WEDNESDAY
Heavy rainfall has been recorded over the upper Warrego River catchment over the weekend. River levels upstream of Augathella have risen rapidly in response to this rainfall.
Minor flooding is possible at Augathella from Monday afternoon as flood water approaches from upstream, with major flooding possible on Wednesday.

Warrego River to Charleville:
Major flooding is occurring along the Warrego River at Lochinvar, possible at Augathella.
The Warrego River at Augathella is currently at 2.33 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Warrego River at Augathella is likely to exceed the minor flood level (4.00 m) from Monday afternoon. The river is likely to exceed the moderate flood level (5.00 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday. The river may exceed the major flood level (6.00 m) during Wednesday 11 March.

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 Tuesday 10 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Warrego River at Lochinvar,6.90,rising,9:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Warrego River at Augathella,2.80,rising,12:20 pm Mon 09/03/26
Nive River at Biddenham,0.65,steady,11:09 am Mon 09/03/26
Warrego River at The 27 Mile Garden,0.33,steady,10:39 am Mon 09/03/26
Bradley Creek at Raceview,0.40,rising,12:19 pm Mon 09/03/26
Bradley Creek at Lower Bradleys,0.70,steady,11:48 am Mon 09/03/26
Warrego River at Charleville,0.98,rising,11:27 am Mon 09/03/26
Ward River at Binnowee,0.94,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Warrego River at Wyandra,2.14,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Warrego River at Wallen,0.64,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Warrego River at Cunnamulla Weir,5.72,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26

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.