Minor Flood Warning Issued for Fitzroy River from Noonkanbah to Willare Crossing

Alert Details

The Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued a Minor Flood Warning (IDW39885) for the Fitzroy River. This update, Warning Number 9, was issued at 10:48 am AWST on Monday, March 9, 2026.

Affected Areas

The warning affects the following regions in Western Australia:

• Fitzroy River at Noonkanbah
• Fitzroy River at Willare Crossing
• Fitzroy River from Fitzroy Crossing to Noonkanbah
• Fitzroy River from Noonkanbah to Willare

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected areas should adhere to the following safety guidelines:

• 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 the situation can change quickly.
• For emergency assistance, call the SES at 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 immediately.
• Visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au for local emergency management warnings.

Expected Conditions

The main flood peak has passed Noonkanbah, where the river level is currently 9.95 meters and falling slowly. Despite the fall, it remains above the minor flood level of 9.50 meters. Downstream at Willare Crossing, the river is currently at 7.16 meters and rising slowly. It is forecast to reach the minor flood level of 8.00 meters during Wednesday. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next few days.

Timeline

• Noonkanbah: The river is likely to remain above the minor flood level through Tuesday.
• Willare Crossing: Minor flooding is possible starting Wednesday.
• Next Update: The next warning is scheduled to be issued by 11:00 am AWST on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.