Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations Major Flood Warning For The Georgina River And Eyre Creek Issued at 02:40 PM AEST on Sunday 01 March 2026 Flood Warning Number: 45 RIVER LEVELS STEADY NEAR THE MAJOR FLOOD LEVEL AT MARION DOWNS, WITH FURTHER RISES AND A SIGNIFICANT MAJOR FLOOD PEAK LIKELY FROM AROUND THURSDAY MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT GLENGYLE AROUND WEDNESDAY MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT BEDOURIE, WITH RENEWED RISES LIKELY FROM AROUND FRIDAY Significant rainfall and river level rises have been observed across the Georgina and Eyre Creek catchments over the last several days. Along the Upper Georgina River, a flood peak is currently around Urandangi. Major flooding is occurring at Roxborough Downs, with river levels continuing to rise. These flows, in addition to initial inflows from neighbouring tributaries, have caused near-major flooding at Marion Downs. A significant major flood peak is expected to arrive from around Thursday as floodwaters from Urandangi and Roxborough Downs travel downstream. Further downstream along Eyre Creek, inflows from King Creek and neighbouring tributaries have caused initial rises ahead of the main upper Georgina peak. River levels are steady above moderate flood levels at Bedourie and Glengyle, with major flooding is possible at Glengyle around Wednesday. Significant renewed rises are expected during the coming weeks at Bedourie and Glengyle as floodwaters arrive from the upper parts of the catchment. Additional river rises, localised flooding and overland inundation remain possible across the catchment as floodwaters move downstream. Road access is likely to be affected, and communities may become isolated. The situation is being closely monitored and warnings will be updated as required. Georgina River to Marion Downs: Major flooding is likely at Marion Downs. Major flooding is occurring at Roxborough Downs and Glenormiston. The Georgina River at Marion Downs was 4.99 m at 9:00 am Sunday and steady, just below the major flood level. The Georgina River at Marion Downs is expected to remain around the major flood level (5.00 m) for the remainder of Sunday. Renewed rises are expected over the coming days, with a significant major flood peak likely to arrive around Thursday. Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs: River level rises are occurring along the Georgina River downstream of Marion Downs. Moderate flooding is occurring along King Creek at Cluny. Eyre Creek: Moderate flooding is occurring along the Eyre Creek at Bedourie. Major flooding is possible at Glengyle. The Eyre Creek at Bedourie was 4.50 m and steady at 9:00 am Saturday, with moderate flooding. The Eyre Creek at Bedourie is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) for the next few days. Further rises are expected as floodwaters arrive from the upper Georgina and neighbouring tributaries. The Eyre Creek at Glengyle was 3.40 m at 9:00 am Sunday and steady, with moderate flooding. The Eyre Creek at Glengyle may exceed the major flood level (4.00 m) around Wednesday. Further rises are likely over the coming weeks 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 Monday 02 March 2026. Latest River Heights: Georgina River at Roxborough Downs Tm,8.77,steady,2:00 pm Sun 01/03/26 Georgina River at Glenormiston,6.25,rising,9:00 am Sun 01/03/26 Burke River at Boulia,4.01,steady,2:00 pm Sun 01/03/26 Georgina River at Marion Downs,4.99,steady,9:00 am Sun 01/03/26 Eyre Creek at Bedourie,4.50,steady,9:00 am Sat 28/02/26 King Creek at Cluny,4.40,rising,9:00 am Sun 01/03/26 Eyre Creek at Glengyle,3.40,steady,9:00 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.