Moderate Flood Warning Issued for Baffle Creek; Final Warnings for Kolan, Boyne, and Calliope Rivers

Alert Details

The Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued a Moderate Flood Warning (IDQ20775) for Baffle Creek. Simultaneously, final flood warnings have been issued for the Kolan, Boyne, and Calliope Rivers. This update was issued at 9:04 am AEST on Wednesday, 11 March 2026.

Affected Areas

This alert impacts several river systems in Queensland, specifically:

• Baffle Creek: Moderate flooding is occurring at Essendean Bridge.
• Kolan River: Minor flooding has eased at Bucca Weir.
• Boyne River: Elevated river levels have eased.
• Calliope River: Elevated river levels have eased.

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.
• Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams, and waterways.
• Obey all road closure signs and plan travel to avoid flooded roads.
• Stay informed via local media and the ABC.
• For emergency assistance, contact the SES at 132 500. In life-threatening situations, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.
• Visit www.disaster.qld.gov.au/warnings for local emergency management advice.

Expected Conditions

• Baffle Creek at Essendean Bridge: The creek peaked at 11.07 meters around 4:00 am Wednesday and is currently falling slowly at 11.02 meters. It is expected to remain above the moderate flood level of 6.20 meters for the next few days.
• Kolan River at Bucca Weir: The river is currently at 16.82 meters and steady, which is below the minor flood level of 17.50 meters. No further flooding is expected in this river.
• Rainfall: No further significant rainfall is expected over the next few days.

Timeline

The moderate flood warning for Baffle Creek is expected to remain active for several days. The Bureau of Meteorology will monitor the situation and expects to issue the next update by 9:30 am AEST on Thursday, 12 March 2026.