Minor Flood Warning Issued for Bulloo River at Thargomindah and Downstream of Quilpie

Alert Details

The Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued a Minor Flood Warning (IDQ20855) for the Bulloo River. This is the 18th warning issued for this event, effective as of 10:11 am AEST on Monday, March 2, 2026.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the Bulloo River at Thargomindah and the Bulloo River downstream of Quilpie in Queensland.

What You Should Do

Residents are advised not to 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. For emergency assistance, contact the SES at 132 500. In life-threatening situations, call 000 immediately.

Expected Conditions

Minor flooding is currently occurring at Thargomindah. As of 6:45 am Monday, the river level was recorded at 4.34 meters and falling. While the main flood peak passed Thargomindah on Saturday morning, further showers and storms are possible over the next few days, which may result in additional river level rises.

Latest river heights recorded on Monday morning:

• Bulloo River at Quilpie: 1.59 m (Steady) at 8:00 am
• Bulloo River at Autumnvale: 3.50 m (Steady) at 9:00 am
• Bulloo River at Thargomindah: 4.34 m (Falling) at 6:45 am

Timeline

The Bulloo River at Thargomindah is expected to remain above the minor flood level of 4.00 meters for the remainder of Monday. It is forecast to fall below the minor flood level during Tuesday. The next official warning is scheduled to be issued by 1:00 PM AEST on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.