Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations Major Flood Warning For The Georgina River And Eyre Creek Issued at 02:55 PM AEST on Friday 27 February 2026 Flood Warning Number: 43 RIVER LEVELS STEADY AROUND THE MAJOR FLOOD LEVEL AT MARION DOWNS, WITH FURTHER RISES AND A SIGNIFICANT MAJOR FLOOD PEAK LIKELY NEXT WEEK MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT GLENGYLE FROM THE WEEKEND AND MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT BEDOURIE RAPID RIVER AND CREEK LEVEL RISES AND FURTHER FLOODING POSSIBLE ACROSS THE GEORGINA CATCHMENT OVER THE COMING DAYS Areas of heavy rainfall are forecast to continue across parts of the Georgina River and Eyre Creek catchments for the next couple days, with significant rainfall and river level rises having been observed across the catchment over the last several days. Along the Upper Georgina River, a flood peak is currently near Urandangi, and significant level rises are occurring at Roxborough Downs, with levels approaching the major flood level. These flows, in addition to inflows from neighbouring tributaries, have caused near-major flooding at Marion Downs. Further rises are expected over the coming days as additional upstream flows arrive. Further downstream along Eyre Creek, an earlier peak is approaching Bedourie, where moderate flooding is occurring. River level rises are occurring at Glengyle, where major flooding is possible from the weekend. Further rainfall is expected across the catchment for the remainder of Friday before easing into the weekend. This is likely to cause additional river rises, localised flooding and overland inundation. Road access may be affected, and some communities may become isolated. The situation is being closely monitored and warnings will be updated as required. Peak forecasts will be provided as upstream peaks are observed. A Severe Weather Warning is current for heavy rainfall for parts of the lower catchment. Georgina River to Marion Downs: Major flooding is likely at Marion Downs. Moderate flooding is occurring at Roxborough Downs and Glenormiston, with levels approaching the major flood level at Roxborough Downs. The Georgina River at Marion Downs is currently at 4.88 m and steady, just below the major flood level (5.00 m). The Georgina River at Marion Downs is expected to remain around the major flood level (5.00 m) overnight Friday into Saturday. Further rises are expected over the coming days, with a significant major flood peak likely to arrive next week. Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs: River level rises are occurring along the Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs. Eyre Creek: Moderate flooding is occurring along the Eyre Creek at Bedourie. Major flooding is possible at Glengyle. Moderate flooding is occurring along King Creek at Cluny. The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is currently at 4.47 m and rising, with moderate flooding. The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) into early next week. Further rises are likely as upstream flows arrive. The Eyre Creek at Glengyle is currently at 3.40 m and rising, with moderate flooding. The Eyre Creek at Glengyle may exceed the major flood level (4.00 m) during the weekend. 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 03:00 PM AEST on Saturday 28 February 2026. Latest River Heights: Georgina River at Roxborough Downs Tm,7.76,rising,2:00 pm Fri 27/02/26 Georgina River at Glenormiston,4.70,steady,9:00 am Thu 26/02/26 Burke River at Boulia,2.87,rising,2:00 pm Fri 27/02/26 Georgina River at Marion Downs,4.95,steady,9:00 am Fri 27/02/26 Eyre Creek at Bedourie,4.47,steady,9:00 am Fri 27/02/26 Eyre Creek at Glengyle,3.40,steady,9:00 am Fri 27/02/26 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.