Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations Minor Flood Warning For The Paroo River (Qld) Issued at 11:49 AM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026 Flood Warning Number: 21 MINOR FLOOD PEAK EXPECTED AT HUNGERFORD TUESDAY MORNING Renewed river level rises above the minor flood level are occurring along the the Paroo River at Hungerford. A minor flood peak is likely Tuesday morning. This peak is likely to be lower than minor flood peaks observed at Hungerford during February. Upstream, a minor flood peak was observed at Caiwarro early Sunday morning. A Minor Flood Warning is also current for the Paroo River in NSW. Paroo River downstream of Eulo: Minor flooding is occurring along the Paroo River downstream of Eulo. The Paroo River at Hungerford is currently at 1.12 m and rising, with minor flooding. The Paroo River at Hungerford is likely to peak near 1.20 m Tuesday morning, with minor flooding. The river is likely to remain above the minor flood level (1.00 m) through to the end of the week. 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 Wednesday 11 March 2026. Latest River Heights: Paroo River at Caiwarro,1.68,falling,11:00 am Mon 09/03/26 Paroo River at Hungerford,1.12,rising,6:00 am Mon 09/03/26 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.