NSW, QLD

Tue 13:39 AEST

Minor Flood Warning For The Paroo River (Nsw)

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations Minor Flood Warning For The Paroo River (Nsw) Issued at 01:39 PM AEST on Tuesday 07 July 2026 Flood Warning Number: 4 MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT WILLARA CROSSING FROM OVERNIGHT WEDNESDAY INTO THURSDAY River level rises have been observed along the Paroo River in Queensland over the past few days. As these flows move into NSW, minor flooding is possible at Willara Crossing from overnight Wednesday into Thursday. Paroo River (NSW): Minor flooding possible along the Paroo River at Willara Crossing. The Paroo River at Willara Crossing is currently at 0.60 m and steady, below the minor flood level. The Paroo River at Willara Crossing may exceed the minor flood level (0.70 m) overnight Wednesday into Thursday. The river may reach around 1.00 m around Saturday, with minor 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.ses.nsw.gov.au.} 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 Wednesday 08 July 2026. Latest River Heights: Cuttaburra Channel at Turra,1.60,steady,1:15 pm Tue 07/07/26 Paroo River at Caiwarro,1.47,steady,9:00 am Tue 07/07/26 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.