Final Flood Warning Issued for Isaac River at Yatton as Water Levels Recede

Alert Details

The Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued a final Flood Warning (IDQ20765) for the Isaac River. The alert was issued at 10:35 am AEST on Wednesday, 25 February 2026, following the cessation of minor flooding in the region.

Affected Areas

This warning concerns the Connors and Isaac Rivers, specifically impacting the following geographic points in Queensland:

• Isaac River at Yatton
• Connors River at Pink Lagoon
• Isaac River at Fitzroy Developmental Rd Bridge
• Mackenzie River at Tartrus

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected regions are advised to follow these safety protocols:

• 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 ahead to avoid driving on flooded roads.
• Monitor the ABC and local media for updates as situations can change quickly.
• For local emergency management advice, visit www.disaster.qld.gov.au/warnings.
• For emergency assistance, call the SES at 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 immediately.

Expected Conditions

Minor flooding is no longer occurring along the Isaac River. Current river height observations as of Wednesday morning include:

• Isaac River at Yatton: 6.65 m and falling (below the 7.50 m minor flood level).
• Connors River at Pink Lagoon: 4.03 m and falling.
• Mackenzie River at Tartrus: 7.01 m and falling.
• Isaac River at Fitzroy Developmental Rd Bridge: 0.56 m and steady.

Timeline

River levels fell below the minor flood threshold early Wednesday morning and continue to ease. The Isaac River at Yatton is expected to remain below the minor flood level. This is the final warning for this event, and no further warnings will be issued.