Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations Flood Warning For The Nicholson, Gregory, And Albert Rivers Issued at 12:26 PM AEST on Wednesday 28 January 2026 Flood Warning Number: 10 RIVER LEVELS EXPECTED TO CONTINUE EASING ALONG THE ALBERT RIVER (INCLUDING AT BURKETOWN), LOWER NICHOLSON AND GREGORY RIVERS Small renewed river level rises have been recorded in the Nicholson River downstream of Doomadgee with recent localised rainfall. River levels remain elevated but are continuing to fall across the Gregory River. Along the Albert River at Burketown Airstrip, the river level is continuing to fall. Further rainfall may develop throughout the week, which may result in additional renewed river level rises. The situation is being closely monitored, and warnings will be updated as required. Nicholson and Gregory Rivers: River levels have eased at many locations, however, flooding may still be continuing at some low lying areas. 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 02:00 PM AEST on Friday 30 January 2026. Latest River Heights: Gregory River at Riversleigh,1.46,steady,11:00 am Wed 28/01/26 Gregory River at Gregory Downs,1.60,steady,11:00 am Wed 28/01/26 Burketown Tide,2.46,rising,12:07 pm Wed 28/01/26 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.