Final Flood Warning Issued for Connors and Isaac Rivers in Queensland

Alert Details

This is the final Flood Warning (IDQ20765) issued by the Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology for the Fitzroy River Catchment. The alert confirms that river levels are currently easing after a peak below the minor flood level occurred overnight Tuesday into Wednesday.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the Connors and Isaac Rivers, with a focus on the Isaac River at Yatton in Queensland. Other monitored locations in the catchment include the Dawson River, Juandah Creek, Mimosa Creek, Kroombit Creek, Callide Creek, Don River, Arcadia Creek, Comet River, and Nogoa River.

What You Should Do

Residents are urged to exercise caution despite falling river levels. Safety instructions include:

• Do not drive, walk, swim, or play in floodwater as it is dangerous.
• Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams, and waterways.
• Obey all road closure signs and plan travel to avoid flooded roads.
• Monitor the ABC and local media for further updates.
• For emergency assistance, contact the SES at 132 500. In life-threatening situations, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

Expected Conditions

The Isaac River at Yatton was recorded at 7.05 meters and falling as of Wednesday morning, which is below the minor flood level of 7.50 meters. While levels are currently easing, rainfall is forecast across the catchment starting Friday, March 6, which may cause renewed river level rises.

Timeline

The warning was issued at 11:28 am AEST on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. This is a final warning, and the Bureau of Meteorology expects the Isaac River at Yatton to remain below the minor flood level throughout Wednesday. No further warnings will be issued for this specific event unless conditions change significantly.