Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations Minor Flood Warning For The Diamantina River Issued at 11:31 AM AEST on Monday 02 February 2026 Flood Warning Number: 35 MINOR FLOODING LIKELY AT BIRDSVILLE LATER THIS WEEK River levels remain elevated along the Diamantina River, where the main flood peak is downstream of Monkira and slowly approaching Birdsville. Minor flooding is likely to develop at Birdsville later this week. River levels at Diamantina Lakes are around the moderate flood level and above the causeway. Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes: The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is currently at the moderate flood level of 4.00 m and falling, and above the level of the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway (2.10 m). Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes: River level rises are occurring along the lower Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes. Minor flooding is continuing at Monkira. The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station was at 1.80 m and steady on Saturday morning, below the minor flood level. The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is likely to exceed the minor flood level (4.00 m) later this week. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive. 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 February 2026. Latest River Heights: Mills Creek at Oondooroo,1.39,steady,10:00 am Mon 02/02/26 Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,4.00,falling,10:00 am Mon 02/02/26 Diamantina River at Monkira,3.65,steady,9:00 am Sun 01/02/26 Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,1.80,steady,9:00 am Sat 31/01/26 Diamantina River at Birdsville,2.11,steady,9:55 am Mon 02/02/26 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.