QLD

Sun 11:36 AEST

Minor Flood Warning For The Bulloo River

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations Minor Flood Warning For The Bulloo River Issued at 11:36 AM AEST on Sunday 05 July 2026 Flood Warning Number: 2 MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT THARGOMINDAH Rainfall across the Bulloo River catchment during the last week has resulted in river level rises along the Bulloo River. Minor flooding is occurring at Thargomindah, with a minor flood peak likely during Monday. Bulloo River downstream of Quilpie: River levels are elevated along the Bulloo River downstream of Quilpie, with minor flooding likely occurring at Thargomindah. The Bulloo River at Thargomindah is currently at 4.00 m and rising, with minor flooding. The Bulloo River at Thargomindah may peak near 4.30 m Monday morning, above the minor flood level (4.00 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 01:00 PM AEST on Monday 06 July 2026. Latest River Heights: Blackwater Creek at Adavale,0.88,steady,9:00 am Sun 05/07/26 Bulloo River at Quilpie,1.67,steady,11:00 am Sun 05/07/26 Bulloo River at Autumnvale,4.96,steady,11:00 am Sun 05/07/26 Bulloo River at Thargomindah,4.00,rising,10:45 am Sun 05/07/26 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.