Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations Moderate Flood Warning For The Diamantina River And Minor Flood Warning For The Western River Issued at 11:50 AM AEST on Sunday 01 March 2026 Flood Warning Number: 59 MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING ALONG THE DIAMANTINA RIVER AT BIRDSVILLE MINOR FLOODING EASING ALONG THE WESTERN RIVER AT WINTON RAPID RIVER AND CREEK LEVEL RISES AND FLOODING OCCURRING IN THE LOWER DIAMANTINA CATCHMENT Significant rainfall has been observed across the Diamantina catchment during the last few days that has resulted in rapid river level rises. Elevated river levels are occurring downstream of Diamantina Lakes, with moderate flooding occurring at Birdsville. Further rises are expected at Birdsville as upstream flows arrive. Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes: The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is currently at 5.52 m and rising, above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) and well above the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway level (2.10 m). Western River: Minor flooding is easing along the Western River at Winton. The Western River at Winton is currently at 1.50 m and falling, with minor flooding. The Western River at Winton is likely to fall below the minor flood level (1.50 m) during Sunday. Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes: Moderate flooding is occurring at Roseberth and Birdsville. Minor flooding is occurring at Monkira. Rapid river level rises are occurring along the Diamantina River downstream of Roseberth as upstream flows arrive. The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is currently at 7.20 m and rising, with moderate flooding. The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station may reach around 7.70 m during Monday, with moderate flooding. 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 Monday 02 March 2026. Latest River Heights: Mills Creek at Oondooroo,1.70,steady,11:00 am Sun 01/03/26 Western River at Winton,1.50,falling,8:00 am Sun 01/03/26 Diamantina River at Elderslie,2.60,steady,5:50 am Sun 01/03/26 Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,5.53,rising,11:00 am Sun 01/03/26 Diamantina River at Monkira,3.65,falling,9:00 am Sun 01/03/26 Diamantina River at Roseberth Station,5.18,rising,6:30 am Sun 01/03/26 Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,7.20,rising,9:00 am Sun 01/03/26 Diamantina River at Birdsville,7.42,steady,10:40 am Sun 01/03/26 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.