Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Thomson River And Cooper Creek And Minor Flood Warning For The Barcoo River
Issued at 12:57 PM AEST on Friday 27 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 92

MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT JUNDAH AND WINDORAH
MODERATE FLOODING EASING AT STONEHENGE
Along the Cooper Creek a major flood peak was observed at Windorah Thursday morning, with major flooding expected to continue over the weekend and into next week.
Along the Thomson River, major flooding is easing at Jundah. Upstream, moderate flooding is continuing to ease at Stonehenge and minor flooding is easing at Camoola Park and Longreach.
Along the Barcoo River, minor flooding is easing at Retreat.

Thomson River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Thomson River at Camoola Park and Longreach. Moderate flooding is occurring at Stonehenge. Major flooding is occurring at Jundah.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park was at 2.95 m around 06:00 am Wednesday and falling, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park may fall below the minor flood level (2.00 m) over the weekend.

The Thomson River at Longreach is currently at 3.63 m and falling, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Longreach may fall below the minor flood level (3.30 m) over the weekend.

The Thomson River at Stonehenge was at 3.25 m around 06:40 am Friday and falling, with moderate flooding.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge may remain above the moderate flood level (3.00 m) for the remainder of Friday and into Saturday. The river may remain above the minor flood level (2.00 m) into early next week.

The Thomson River at Jundah is currently at 5.35 m around 07:00 am Friday and falling, with major flooding.
The Thomson River at Jundah is likely to remain above the major flood level (5.00 m) for the remainder of Friday and into Saturday. The river may remain above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) into early next week.

Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Barcoo River at Retreat.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is currently at 3.99 m and falling, with minor flooding.
The Barcoo River at Retreat may remain above the minor flood level (2.14 m) over the weekend and into next week.

Cooper Creek:
Major flooding is occurring along the Cooper Creek at Windorah.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah peaked at 6.45 m around 06:30 am Thursday, with major flooding. The creek was at at 6.35 m around 06:30 am Friday and steady, with major flooding.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah may remain above the major flood level (5.00 m) over the weekend and into next week.

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 Monday 30 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,2.10,steady,12:00 pm Fri 27/03/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,1.03,steady,12:00 pm Fri 27/03/26
Thomson River at Camoola Park,2.95,falling,6:00 am Wed 25/03/26
Thomson River at Longreach,3.62,falling,12:00 pm Fri 27/03/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,4.97,steady,12:00 pm Fri 27/03/26
Thomson River at Stonehenge,3.25,falling,6:40 am Fri 27/03/26
Thomson River at Jundah,5.35,falling,7:00 am Fri 27/03/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,0.90,steady,11:53 am Thu 26/03/26
Jordan Creek at Glencoe,0.89,steady,12:38 pm Fri 27/03/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,4.80,steady,12:00 pm Fri 27/03/26
Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office,3.10,falling,6:35 am Mon 23/03/26
Barcoo River at Wahroongha,1.20,steady,7:00 am Fri 27/03/26
Barcoo River at Glenlock,3.90,steady,5:00 pm Thu 26/03/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,3.91,falling,12:00 pm Fri 27/03/26
Cooper Creek at Windorah (Lignum Channel),1.47,steady,12:00 pm Fri 27/03/26
Cooper Creek at Windorah,6.35,steady,6:30 am Fri 27/03/26
Cooper Creek at Durham Downs,2.40,steady,9:00 am Fri 27/03/26
Cooper Creek at Nappa Merrie,2.34,steady,12:00 pm Fri 27/03/26

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 Georgina River And Eyre Creek
Issued at 12:51 PM AEST on Friday 27 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 64

MAJOR FLOODING CONTINUES AT GLENGYLE
MAJOR FLOODING EASING SLOWLY AT MARION DOWNS
NEAR MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT BEDOURIE
A major flood peak along Eyre Creek is approaching Glengyle, where major flooding is occurring and renewed rises are possible through the weekend.

Georgina River to Marion Downs:
River levels continue to fall along the Georgina River between Roxborough Downs and Marion Downs. Major flooding continues at Marion Downs. Moderate flooding is occurring at Glenormiston and minor flooding is occurring at Roxborough Downs.
As at 09:00 am Friday, the Georgina River at Marion Downs was at 5.10 m and falling slowly, just above the major flood level (5.00 m).
The Georgina River at Marion Downs may fall below the major flood level (5.00 m) during the weekend.

Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs:
River levels are elevated but are slowly falling along the Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs. Major flooding continues to ease along King Creek at Cluny.
Eyre Creek:
Major flooding continues at Glengyle and near major flooding is occurring at Bedourie.
As at 09:00 am Friday, the Eyre Creek at Bedourie was at 4.92 m and falling slowly, just below the major flood level (5.00 m).
The Eyre Creek at Bedourie may remain near the major flood level through the weekend.

As at 09:00 am Friday, Eyre Creek at Glengyle was at 4.50 m and steady, with major flooding.
The Eyre Creek at Glengyle is likely to remain above the major flood level (4.00 m) through the weekend, with renewed rises possible as upstream flows arrive.

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 Monday 30 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Georgina River at Roxborough Downs Tm,5.10,steady,12:00 pm Fri 27/03/26
Georgina River at Glenormiston,4.30,steady,9:00 am Thu 26/03/26
Burke River at Boulia,1.74,steady,12:00 pm Fri 27/03/26
Georgina River at Marion Downs,5.10,steady,9:00 am Fri 27/03/26
Eyre Creek at Bedourie,4.92,steady,9:00 am Fri 27/03/26
King Creek at Cluny,4.95,steady,9:00 am Mon 23/03/26
Eyre Creek at Glengyle,4.50,steady,9:00 am Fri 27/03/26

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

Moderate Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 02:26 PM AEST on Wednesday 25 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 75

NEAR MODERATE FLOOD PEAK POSSIBLE AT BIRDSVILLE FROM THE WEEKEND
A moderate flood peak observed at Monkira last week is approaching Birdsville, where minor flooding is occurring. Upstream at Durrie Station, a second peak is approaching and river levels are slowly rising. As these flows move downstream, further small renewed rises are likely at Roseberth and Birdsville over the next few days. River levels are likely to peak near the moderate level at Birdsville from the weekend as flows from upstream Durrie Station arrive. Peak forecasts will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is currently at 4.66 m and rising, above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) and well above the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway level (2.10 m).
Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
Moderate flooding is occurring at Roseberth Station and minor flooding is occurring at Monkira. River levels at Durrie Station and Birdsville are rising with minor flooding.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is currently at 5.50 m and steady, with minor flooding (4.00 m).
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station may peak near the moderate flood level (6.00 m) from the weekend. Peak forecasts will be refined 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 03:00 PM AEST on Friday 27 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,1.42,steady,1:00 pm Wed 25/03/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,1.90,steady,2:55 pm Wed 18/03/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,4.66,steady,1:00 pm Wed 25/03/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,3.74,steady,9:00 am Wed 25/03/26
Diamantina River at Durrie Station,1.90,steady,9:00 am Wed 25/03/26
Diamantina River at Roseberth Station,5.10,steady,7:55 am Wed 25/03/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,5.50,steady,9:00 am Wed 25/03/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,5.79,steady,1:00 pm Wed 25/03/26

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.