Initial Minor Flood Warning Issued for Burdekin River at Dalbeg, Clare, and Inkerman Bridge

Alert Details

The Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued an initial minor flood warning (IDQ20745) for the Burdekin River. This warning follows heavy rainfall recorded across parts of the Lower Burdekin and Bowen River catchments during Friday and Saturday. A broader Flood Watch remains current for most of Queensland.

Affected Areas

The alert specifically covers the following geographic regions in Queensland:

• Dalbeg: Burdekin River
• Clare: Burdekin River
• Inkerman Bridge (Burdekin Bridge): Burdekin River
• Burdekin Falls Dam: Areas downstream along the lower Burdekin River

What You Should Do

Residents are advised to take the following safety precautions:

• Do not drive, walk, swim, or play in floodwater, as it is dangerous and conditions can change quickly.
• Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams, and all waterways.
• Obey all road closure signs and plan travel routes to avoid flooded roads.
• Monitor the ABC and local media for updates.
• For emergency assistance, contact the SES at 132 500. In life-threatening situations, call 000 immediately.
• Visit www.disaster.qld.gov.au/warnings for local emergency management advice.

Expected Conditions

Further rainfall is forecast for the remainder of the weekend and into next week, which may cause additional river level rises. Current observations and forecasts include:

• Dalbeg: Currently at 6.48 m and steady. It is expected to reach the minor flood level of 10.00 m on Sunday morning.
• Clare: Currently at 8.10 m and rising. It is expected to reach the minor flood level of 9.00 m on Sunday afternoon.
• Inkerman Bridge: Currently at 5.95 m and rising. It is expected to reach the minor flood level of 7.00 m on Sunday evening.

Timeline

The warning was issued at 3:49 pm AEST on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Minor flooding is expected to develop during the day on Sunday, March 8. The Bureau of Meteorology expects to issue the next update by 2:00 pm AEST on Sunday.