Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations Major Flood Warning For The Diamantina River Issued at 11:50 AM AEST on Tuesday 03 March 2026 Flood Warning Number: 61 MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE ALONG THE DIAMANTINA RIVER AT BIRDSVILLE LATER THIS WEEK Significant rainfall was observed across the Diamantina catchment during last week that has resulted in rapid river level rises. Elevated river levels are occurring downstream of Diamantina Lakes on the Diamantina River, with a moderate peak occurring around Diamantina Lakes. Along the Diamantina River at Birdsville moderate flooding is occurring. A second flood peak is downstream of Monkira and is expected to reach Birdsville from later this week. As flows arrive from upstream, major flooding at Birdsville is possible later this week. Moderate rainfall is forecast over the next couple days in the lower catchment, which may contribute to further river level rises. This warning will be updated as required. Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes: The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is currently at 5.72 m and steady, above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) and well above the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway level (2.10 m). Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes: Moderate flooding is occurring at Roseberth and Birdsville. Minor flooding is occurring at Monkira and Durrie Station. The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is currently at 7.10 m and falling, with moderate flooding. The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station may reach around the major flood level (8.00 m) later this week. Renewed rises are possible as upstream flows arrive. Peak forecasts will be provided as upstream peaks are observed. 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 12:00 PM AEST on Wednesday 04 March 2026. Latest River Heights: Mills Creek at Oondooroo,1.61,steady,11:00 am Tue 03/03/26 Western River at Winton,1.10,steady,7:45 am Mon 02/03/26 Diamantina River at Elderslie,2.40,steady,5:50 am Tue 03/03/26 Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,5.72,steady,11:00 am Tue 03/03/26 Diamantina River at Monkira,3.54,steady,9:00 am Tue 03/03/26 Diamantina River at Roseberth Station,5.18,rising,8:30 am Tue 03/03/26 Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,7.10,falling,9:00 am Tue 03/03/26 Diamantina River at Birdsville,7.37,steady,9:55 am Tue 03/03/26 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.