NSW, QLD
Fri 13:41 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 01:41 PM AEST on Friday 10 July 2026
Flood Warning Number: 6
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT WILLARA CROSSING
River level rises have been observed along the Paroo River in Queensland over the past few days. These flows are moving into NSW, with river level rises and minor flooding occurring at Willara Crossing. A peak above the minor flood level is expected at Willara crossing during Saturday.
Paroo River (NSW):
Minor flooding occurring along the Paroo River at Willara Crossing.
The Paroo River at Willara Crossing is currently at 0.84 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Paroo River at Willara Crossing may peak near 1.00 m during 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 01:00 PM AEST on Saturday 11 July 2026.
Latest River Heights:
Cuttaburra Channel at Turra,1.58,steady,1:15 pm Fri 10/07/26
Paroo River at Caiwarro,1.32,steady,1:00 pm Fri 10/07/26
Paroo River at Willara Crossing,0.84,rising,1:00 pm Fri 10/07/26
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.