Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations Minor Flood Warning For The Paroo River (Qld) Issued at 02:31 PM AEST on Sunday 01 March 2026 Flood Warning Number: 15 MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT HUNGERFORD, RENEWED RISES LIKELY FROM MONDAY Minor flooding peaked along the Paroo River at Hungerford on Wednesday. Another flood peak is around Cairwarro where renewed rises and minor flooding is occurring, which is likely to cause renewed rises and minor flooding further downstream at Hungerford from Monday. Further rainfall is forecast across the catchment during the next few days, which may lead to additional river level rises. A Minor Flood Warning is current for the Paroo River in NSW. Paroo River downstream of Eulo: Minor flooding is occurring at Hungerford. The Paroo River at Hungerford is currently at 1.01 m and steady, with minor flooding. The Paroo River at Hungerford is likely to remain around the minor flood level (1.00 m) during Sunday and into early Monday. Renewed rises are likely from Monday as flows arrive from upstream. The river may reach around 1.30 m during Tuesday, 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.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 02 March 2026. Latest River Heights: Paroo River at Caiwarro,2.19,steady,1:00 pm Sun 01/03/26 Paroo River at Hungerford,1.01,steady,6:00 am Sun 01/03/26 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.