Minor Flood Warning Issued for Norman River and Normanton, Queensland

Alert Details

The Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued a Minor Flood Warning (IDQ20879) for the Norman River. This update, warning number 44, confirms that minor flooding is ongoing at Normanton and is expected to continue for the next several days due to upstream flows and forecast weather conditions.

Affected Areas

The primary area of concern is the Norman River at Normanton. Other affected regions include Glenore Weir, where minor flooding is occurring, and the Yappar River and lower Walker Creek, which are both experiencing moderate flooding. The warning applies to the state of Queensland.

What You Should Do

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

• 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 waterways.
• Obey all road closure signs and plan travel routes to avoid flooded roads.
• Monitor the ABC and local media for further updates.
• For emergency assistance, contact the SES at 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 immediately.
• Visit www.disaster.qld.gov.au/warnings for local emergency management advice.

Expected Conditions

As of 11:15 am AEST Friday, the Norman River at Normanton was recorded at 2.40 meters and rising, which is above the minor flood level of 2.00 meters. Upstream at Glenore Weir, the river level was steady at 9.90 meters as of 2:00 pm AEST. Further showers and storms are forecast over the next few days, which may cause additional river level rises. However, river levels are not currently expected to exceed the heights observed in January.

Timeline

The warning was issued at 3:11 pm AEST on Friday, February 20, 2026. Minor flooding is expected to persist at Normanton for the next few days. The Bureau of Meteorology will provide the next update by 4:00 pm AEST on Monday, February 23, 2026.