Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Fitzroy River Catchment
Issued at 11:41 PM AEST on Tuesday 10 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 11

MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT JAMBIN AND BARALABA
MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT THEODORE WEIR AND YATTON AND POSSIBLE AT TAROOM AND MOURA
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, Connors and Isaac, Comet and Nogoa River catchments.
Major flooding is occurring along Callide Creek. Major flooding is occurring along the Dawson River at Baralaba and moderate flooding is occurring along the Dawson River at Theodore Weir. Moderate flooding is possible at Taroom overnight Tuesday into Wednesday and Moura from Wednesday afternoon. Moderate flooding is occurring along the Isaac River, and elevated river levels are occurring across the Nogoa and Comet River catchments.

Dawson River to Theodore:
Major flooding occurring at Chilgerrie Hill. Moderate flooding occurring at Theodore Weir and possible at Taroom. Minor flooding occurring at Tarana Crossing and Isla-Delusion Xing.
The Dawson River at Taroom is currently at 5.59 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Dawson River at Taroom may exceed the moderate flood level (6.00 m) overnight Tuesday into Wednesday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

The Dawson River at Theodore Weir peaked at 11.66 m around 11:00 am Tuesday 10 March, with moderate flooding. The river is currently at 11.31 m and falling.
The Dawson River at Theodore Weir is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (11.00 m) overnight Tuesday into Wednesday.

Dawson River downstream of Theodore:
Major flooding is occurring at Baralaba, Karamea and Beckers. Moderate flooding is occurring at Knebworth.
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) Wednesday afternoon. 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 steady around 13.00 metres from rises due to local runoff.
Further rises are expected as upstream flows arrive and the Dawson River at Baralaba will remain above the major flood level (9.00 m) during Wednesday.

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 around the minor flood level and falling.
The Kroombit Creek at Biloela may remain around the minor flood level (2.20 m) into early Wednesday morning.

The Callide Creek at Jambin is currently at 5.35 m and steady around a peak, with major flooding.
The Callide Creek at Jambin may begin to slowly fall but will remain above the major flood level (5.15 m) into Wednesday morning.

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 and Gregory Highway.
Connors and Isaac Rivers:
Moderate flooding occurring at Yatton.
The Isaac River at Yatton is currently at 10.22 m and steady, with moderate flooding, nearing a peak.
The Isaac River at Yatton is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (9.50 m) overnight Tuesday into Wednesday. A moderate flood peak is expected early Wednesday morning.

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 06:00 AM AEST on Wednesday 11 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Dawson River at Utopia Downs,2.62,steady,11:00 pm Tue 10/03/26
Dawson River at Tarana Crossing,7.68,steady,11:24 pm Tue 10/03/26
Juandah Creek at Windamere,4.90,falling,11:20 pm Tue 10/03/26
Dawson River at Taroom,5.59,rising,11:00 pm Tue 10/03/26
Dawson River at Gyranda Weir,1.17,steady,10:00 pm Tue 10/03/26
Dawson River at Theodore Weir,11.31,falling,11:00 pm Tue 10/03/26
Dawson River at Moura Weir,2.25,rising,11:00 pm Tue 10/03/26
Mimosa Creek at Karamea,10.36,steady,10:08 pm Tue 10/03/26
Dawson River at Baralaba TW,12.95,steady,11:00 pm Tue 10/03/26
Kroombit Creek at Kroombit Dam HG,-4.44,steady,10:48 pm Tue 10/03/26
Callide Creek at Callide Dam HG,-11.27,steady,10:38 pm Tue 10/03/26
Callide Creek at Jambin,5.35,falling,10:34 pm Tue 10/03/26
Callide Creek at Goovigen,10.08,rising,11:00 pm Tue 10/03/26
Don River at Rannes,7.49,rising,11:05 pm Tue 10/03/26
Dawson River at Knebworth,11.94,rising,11:00 pm Tue 10/03/26
Arcadia Creek at Arcadia Valley School,1.65,steady,8:13 pm Tue 10/03/26
Comet River at The Lake,9.40,falling,11:15 pm Tue 10/03/26
Comet River at Comet Weir,9.94,steady,11:00 pm Tue 10/03/26
Nogoa River at Raymond,2.80,steady,10:55 pm Tue 10/03/26
Nogoa River at Craigmore,7.01,steady,11:00 pm Tue 10/03/26
Nogoa River at Fairbairn Dam,-7.53,steady,10:48 pm Tue 10/03/26
Nogoa River at Emerald,3.56,falling,9:55 pm Tue 10/03/26
Theresa Creek at Gregory Highway,10.15,falling,11:00 pm Tue 10/03/26
Isaac River at Fitzroy Developmental Rd Bridge,0.31,steady,11:00 pm Tue 10/03/26
Connors River at Pink Lagoon,8.71,falling,11:05 pm Tue 10/03/26
Isaac River at Yatton,10.22,steady,11:00 pm Tue 10/03/26
Mackenzie River at Bedford Weir TW,10.40,rising,6:08 pm Tue 10/03/26
Mackenzie River at Bingegang TW,6.44,rising,11:00 pm Tue 10/03/26
Mackenzie River at Bingegang Weir HG,8.95,rising,11:04 pm Tue 10/03/26
Mackenzie River at Tartrus,7.16,rising,10:33 pm Tue 10/03/26
Fitzroy River at Riverslea,14.14,rising,11:00 pm Tue 10/03/26
Connor Creek at Port Alma Tide,3.46,rising,11:06 pm 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

Major Flood Warning For The Baffle Creek, Minor Flood Warning For The Kolan River, And Flood Warning For The Boyne And Calliope Rivers
Issued at 08:38 AM AEST on Tuesday 10 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 7

MAJOR FLOODING MAY OCCUR AT ESSENDEAN BRIDGE FROM LATE TUESDAY AFTERNOON
MINOR FLOODING EASING AT BUCCA WEIR
Heavy rainfall across the Kolan, Boyne and Calliope Rivers and Baffle Creek catchments over the last few days has resulted in significant river and creek level rises.
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Baffle Creek at Essendean Bridge. Renewed rises are expected from Tuesday afternoon and the river level may peak close to the major flood level from late Tuesday afternoon. Minor flooding is easing slowly along the Kolan River at Bucca Weir.
Elevated river levels along the Boyne and Calliope Rivers are generally easing.
No further significant rainfall is expected over the next few days. This situation is being monitored, and this warning will be updated as required. A Flood Watch remains in place for parts of Queensland.

Kolan River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Kolan River.
The Kolan River at Bucca Weir is currently at 18.22 m AHD and falling, with minor flooding.
The Kolan River at Bucca Weir may fall below the minor flood level (17.50 m AHD) Tuesday afternoon.

Baffle Creek:
Major flooding is possible along the Baffle Creek.
The Baffle Creek at Essendean Bridge is currently at 8.42 m and falling, with moderate flooding.
The Baffle Creek at Essendean Bridge may peak close to the major flood level (12.00 m) from late Tuesday afternoon.

Boyne River:
Elevated river levels are generally easing along the Boyne River.
Calliope River:
Elevated river levels are generally easing along the Calliope River.

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 09:30 AM AEST on Wednesday 11 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Calliope River at Castlehope,10.28,falling,8:20 am Tue 10/03/26
Boyne River at Awoonga Dam,35.15,rising,7:56 am Tue 10/03/26
Boyne River at Benaraby,1.27,falling,8:06 am Tue 10/03/26
Gladstone Tide,2.17,rising,7:59 am Tue 10/03/26
Baffle Creek at Mimdale,16.34,rising,8:20 am Tue 10/03/26
Baffle Creek at Essendean Bridge,8.42,falling,7:58 am Tue 10/03/26
Euleilah Creek at Hills Road,5.18,falling,8:20 am Tue 10/03/26
Baffle Creek at Barnetts Road,3.02,steady,7:57 am Tue 10/03/26
Kolan River at Springfield,6.49,falling,8:20 am Tue 10/03/26
Kolan River at Fred Haigh Dam HW,-0.02,rising,8:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Gin Gin Creek at Gin Gin,4.85,falling,8:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Kolan River at Bucca Weir,18.22,falling,8:17 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.