Local Weather

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Weather Warning
for Heavy Rainfall

for parts of Gulf Country, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders and North West Forecast Districts.

Issued at 4:08 am Saturday, 7 March 2026.

Heavy rainfall about the northern inland expected to ease during today.

Weather Situation
Tropical Low 29U crossed the coast near Innisfail during Friday afternoon. The monsoon trough extends inland from this low and is focusing heavy rainfall through the northern interior. The low and monsoon trough are expected to weaken during today and with it decrease the risk of widespread heavy rainfall.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Gulf Country, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders and North West
HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING over parts of the northern inland during the morning period before easing later today. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 70 and 100 mm are likely, with isolated totals up to 130 mm possible.
A slight risk of locally heavy rainfall still persists for coastal parts of northeast and central Queensland this morning. If heavy rainfall is expected for the coast then a Severe Thunderstorm Warning will be issued for the affected areas.
Various Flood Watches and Flood Warnings are current throughout Queensland, including for the North Tropical Coast and Cape York Peninsula districts. Please see https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts for more information.
Locations which may be affected include Georgetown, Hughenden, Richmond, Croydon, Gregory Springs and Forsayth.
Severe weather is no longer occurring in the Peninsula, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and Herbert and Lower Burdekin districts and the warning for these districts is CANCELLED.
Significant rainfall observations to 4am:
118.0 mm rainfall observed at Glenore Weir TM in the 6 hours to 2am.
79,6 mm rainfall observed at Normanton Airport in the 6 hours to 2.36am.
Cancellation for the following areas:
Herbert and Lower Burdekin,North Tropical Coast and Tablelands,Peninsula

Emergency services advise people to:
* Park your car undercover away from trees.
* Close doors and windows.
* Keep asthma medications close by. Storms and wind can trigger asthma attacks.
* Charge mobile phones and power banks in case the power goes out.
* Put your pets somewhere safe and make sure they can be identified in case they get lost.
* Do not drive now unless you have to because conditions are dangerous.
* Tell friends, family and neighbours in the area.
* Go inside a strong building now. Stay inside until the storm has passed.

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 am AEST Saturday.
Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and emergency services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Weather Warning
for Heavy Rainfall

for parts of Gulf Country, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders and North West Forecast Districts.

Issued at 4:08 am Saturday, 7 March 2026.

Heavy rainfall about the northern inland expected to ease during today.

Weather Situation
Tropical Low 29U crossed the coast near Innisfail during Friday afternoon. The monsoon trough extends inland from this low and is focusing heavy rainfall through the northern interior. The low and monsoon trough are expected to weaken during today and with it decrease the risk of widespread heavy rainfall.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Gulf Country, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders and North West
HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING over parts of the northern inland during the morning period before easing later today. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 70 and 100 mm are likely, with isolated totals up to 130 mm possible.
A slight risk of locally heavy rainfall still persists for coastal parts of northeast and central Queensland this morning. If heavy rainfall is expected for the coast then a Severe Thunderstorm Warning will be issued for the affected areas.
Various Flood Watches and Flood Warnings are current throughout Queensland, including for the North Tropical Coast and Cape York Peninsula districts. Please see https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts for more information.
Locations which may be affected include Georgetown, Hughenden, Richmond, Croydon, Gregory Springs and Forsayth.
Severe weather is no longer occurring in the Peninsula, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and Herbert and Lower Burdekin districts and the warning for these districts is CANCELLED.
Significant rainfall observations to 4am:
118.0 mm rainfall observed at Glenore Weir TM in the 6 hours to 2am.
79,6 mm rainfall observed at Normanton Airport in the 6 hours to 2.36am.
Cancellation for the following areas:
Herbert and Lower Burdekin,North Tropical Coast and Tablelands,Peninsula

Emergency services advise people to:
* Park your car undercover away from trees.
* Close doors and windows.
* Keep asthma medications close by. Storms and wind can trigger asthma attacks.
* Charge mobile phones and power banks in case the power goes out.
* Put your pets somewhere safe and make sure they can be identified in case they get lost.
* Do not drive now unless you have to because conditions are dangerous.
* Tell friends, family and neighbours in the area.
* Go inside a strong building now. Stay inside until the storm has passed.

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 am AEST Saturday.
Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and emergency services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Moderate Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 02:25 PM AEST on Friday 06 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 63

MODERATE FLOODING CONTINUING ALONG THE DIAMANTINA RIVER AT BIRDSVILLE
Significant rainfall was observed across the Diamantina catchment during last week, resulting in rapid river level rises. Elevated river levels are occurring downstream of Diamantina Lakes on the Diamantina River, with a moderate peak downstream of Diamantina Lakes.
Along the Diamantina River at Birdsville moderate flooding is continuing after a moderate flood peak on Monday morning. Another flood peak is between Monkira and Roseberth.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is currently at 5.46 m and steady, 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 and Birdsville. Minor flooding is occurring at Monkira and is easing at Durrie Station.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is currently at 6.55 m and slowly falling, with moderate flooding.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (6.00 m) until about mid March. Further rises are 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 03:00 PM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,1.49,steady,1:00 pm Fri 06/03/26
Western River at Winton,1.10,steady,7:45 am Mon 02/03/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,1.85,steady,5:50 am Fri 06/03/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,5.45,steady,1:00 pm Fri 06/03/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,3.56,steady,9:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Diamantina River at Roseberth Station,5.04,steady,7:05 am Fri 06/03/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,6.55,falling,9:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,6.75,steady,1:15 pm Fri 06/03/26

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 Thomson River And Cooper Creek, Flood Warning For The Barcoo River
Issued at 01:57 PM AEST on Friday 06 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 65

MAJOR FLOODING ESTIMATED TO BE OCCURRING AT WINDORAH AND POSSIBLE AT JUNDAH FROM FRIDAY AFTERNOON
A MODERATE FLOOD PEAK IS OCCURRING AT STONEHENGE
A moderate flood peak moving along the Thomson River is passing through Stonehenge. Upstream at Camoola Park and Longreach river levels are falling slowly. The flood peak currently around Stonehenge is likely to move through Jundah over the weekend.
Along the lower Barcoo River, flooding is easing with the main peak is now downstream of Retreat. Renewed rises are possible with forecast rain over the weekend and into next week.
Along the Cooper Creek, renewed major flooding is estimated to be occurring at Windorah (Main Channel). Further rises are likely as upstream flows arrive from the Thomson and Barcoo Rivers, with a flood peak forecast to reach Windorah early next week.
Peak forecasts will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.
Showers and thunderstorms are forecast for upper parts of the Thomson and Barcoo River catchments over the weekend. The situation is being monitored and this warning will be updated as required.

Thomson River:
Minor to moderate flooding is occurring along the Thomson River. Major flooding is possible at Jundah.
No current river level observations are available for the Thomson River at Camoola Park. The river level is estimated to be above the minor flood level and falling slowly, with minor flooding.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park is expected to remain above the minor flood level (2.00 m) through to mid March.

The Thomson River at Longreach is currently at 4.38 m and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Thomson River at Longreach may fall below the moderate flood level (4.30 m) Friday afternoon.

No observations are currently available for the Thomson River at Stonehenge. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level is estimated to be above the moderate flood level (3.00 m) and steady around a peak.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge may remain around 3.50 m, near its peak during the weekend, with moderate flooding.

The Thomson River at Jundah is currently at 4.85 m and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Thomson River at Jundah may peak near the major flood level (5.00 m) during the weekend.

Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Flooding is easing along the Barcoo River at Retreat with renewed rises possible.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is currently at 1.95 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is expected to remain below the minor flood level (2.14 m) during Saturday. Renewed rises are possible with forecast rain over the weekend and into next week.

Cooper Creek:
Major flooding is estimated to be occurring along the Cooper Creek at Windorah.
No observations are currently available for the Cooper Creek at Windorah. Based on upstream gauges major flooding is estimated to be continuing.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah may reach around 5.50 m early next week, with major flooding.

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 09 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,4.74,steady,1:00 pm Fri 06/03/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,3.22,steady,12:00 pm Fri 06/03/26
Thomson River at Camoola Park,3.55,steady,6:00 pm Thu 05/03/26
Thomson River at Longreach,4.38,steady,1:00 pm Fri 06/03/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,5.57,steady,6:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Thomson River at Jundah,4.85,steady,7:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,0.90,steady,11:55 am Fri 06/03/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,4.62,steady,1:00 pm Fri 06/03/26
Barcoo River at Wahroongha,0.90,falling,8:00 am Wed 04/03/26
Barcoo River at Glenlock,1.90,falling,5:00 pm Wed 04/03/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,1.95,steady,1:00 pm Fri 06/03/26
Cooper Creek at Windorah (Lignum Channel),0.16,steady,12:00 pm Fri 06/03/26
Cooper Creek at Nappa Merrie,2.04,steady,1:00 pm Fri 06/03/26

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 Flinders River
Issued at 09:24 AM AEST on Friday 06 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 24

MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WALKERS BEND AND EXPECTED TO CONTINUE INTO NEXT WEEK
The main flood peak along the Flinders River has moved downstream of Etta Plains and is approaching Walkers Bend. The flood peak along the Cloncurry River has just passed through Canobie, upstream of its junction with the Flinders River.
River levels continue rising slowly along the lower Flinders River at Walkers Bend, where major flooding has been occurring since Thursday afternoon, as floodwaters from both the Cloncurry and Flinders rivers arrive.
Showers and thunderstorms are forecast over the weekend and into next week, with heavy rainfall possible, which may cause further river level rises.
A Flood Watch is current for North Tropical Coast and parts of Cape York Peninsula, Central Coast, Capricornia and Carpentaria catchments, which includes upper Flinders River catchment.

Flinders River downstream of Richmond:
River levels are elevated along the Flinders River downstream of Richmond. Major flooding is occurring at Walkers Bend.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is currently at 8.41 m and rising, with major flooding.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is expected to remain above the major flood level (8.00 m) into next week. Further rises are 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 11:00 AM AEST on Saturday 07 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Flinders River at Glendower Crossing,0.84,steady,8:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Porcupine Creek at Mt Emu Plains,1.75,steady,8:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Flinders River at Punchbowl,3.22,falling,8:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Flinders River at Etta Plains,9.53,steady,8:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Julia Creek,1.48,steady,8:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Gilliat River at Wills Development Road,7.13,steady,8:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Cloncurry River at Cloncurry,1.29,steady,8:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Cloncurry River at Canobie,8.19,steady,8:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Flinders River at Walkers Bend,8.41,rising,8:00 am Fri 06/03/26

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.