Flood Warning For The Inland Rivers Sa
28 FEBRUARY 2026 13:21 CDT
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, South Australia
Flood Warning For The Inland Rivers Sa
Issued at 01:21 PM CDT on Saturday 28 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 5
FLOODING OCCURRING ALONG THE COOPER CREEK AT INNAMINCKA
ELEVATED RIVER LEVELS OCCURRING ALONG THE WARBURTON RIVER
Heavy rainfall over the past week in the Cullyamurra and Innamincka area has caused local creek level rises at Cullyamurra Waterhole, flooding of the causeway at Innamincka and widespread road closures. Significant creek level rises have been recorded upstream along the Cooper Creek at Nappa Merrie in Queensland and at Cullyamurra Waterhole, where river levels have peaked and are now falling.
Elevated river levels and rises are also occurring along the Warburton River at Poothapootha Waterhole, likely due to a combination of flows arriving from the lower Diamantina River and local rainfall. Along the lower Diamantina River at Birdsville in Queensland, levels remain above the minor flood level and continue to rise, with these flows expected to take several days to reach Poothapootha Waterhole in South Australia.
Many roads and access tracks are impacted by flooding, in particular river and creek crossings. Transportation and movement of local communities and travellers is likely to be further impacted. Check road conditions before travelling.
A Flood Watch is current for parts of South Australia. Queensland flood warnings are current for the Georgina River, Eyre Creek, Diamantina River and Cooper Creek.
Warburton:
Elevated river levels are occurring along the Warburton River at Poothapootha Waterhole.
Cooper Creek:
Elevated river levels are occurring at Cullyamurra Waterhole, with river levels around 4.40 m above the Innamincka causeway and falling.
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.ses.sa.gov.au/incidents-and-warnings/incidents-and-warnings-map/ .
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.}
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Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 02:00 pm CDT on Monday 02 March 2026.
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/sa/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/sa/forecasts.
