QLD

Fri 06:46 AEST

Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Bulloo River

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Bulloo River Issued at 06:46 AM AEST on Friday 06 February 2026 Flood Warning Number: 1 MINOR FLOODING LIKELY AT QUILPIE Isolated thunderstorms overnight has caused river level rises in the Bulloo River and minor flooding is likely at Quilpie Friday morning. Bulloo River to Quilpie: Minor flooding is likely along the Bulloo River. The Bulloo River at Quilpie is currently at 2.93 m and rising, below the minor flood level. The Bulloo River at Quilpie is likely to exceed the minor flood level (3.00 m) Friday morning. Further rises are possible. 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 Friday 06 February 2026. Latest River Heights: Bulloo River at Quilpie,2.93,rising,6:15 am Fri 06/02/26 Bulloo River at Autumnvale,1.87,steady,6:00 am Fri 06/02/26 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.