Final Flood Warning Issued for Suttor River as Water Levels Recede Below Minor Flood Level

Alert Details

The Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued a final flood warning (IDQ20745) for the Suttor River. The alert was issued at 10:25 am AEST on Sunday, March 1, 2026, indicating that flooding is no longer occurring at St Anns.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam. Specific focus is on the Suttor River at St Anns in Queensland. Other monitored locations include the Burdekin River at Dalbeg, Clare, and Inkerman Bridge, where levels are currently falling.

What You Should Do

Residents are advised to remain cautious despite the receding water. Do not drive, walk, swim, or play in floodwater as it remains dangerous. Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams, and waterways. Obey all road closure signs and plan travel to avoid flooded roads. For emergency assistance, contact the SES at 132 500. In life-threatening situations, call 000 immediately.

Expected Conditions

The Suttor River at St Anns reached a minor flood peak on Tuesday and fell below the minor flood level (4.00 m) during Saturday night. As of 9:00 am Sunday, the river level at St Anns was recorded at 3.76 m and falling. While showers and storms are forecast across the catchment for the remainder of Sunday, they are not expected to cause significant renewed rises in river levels.

Timeline

This is the final warning for this weather event. The alert was issued on March 1, 2026, and the Bureau of Meteorology expects the Suttor River at St Anns to remain below the minor flood level. No further warnings will be issued for this event.