Moderate Flood Warning Issued for Bulloo River at Thargomindah and Downstream of Quilpie
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The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a moderate flood warning for the Bulloo River, with water levels at Thargomindah expected to reach 5.20 meters by Thursday following recent rainfall.
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- Record type
- Flood Warning
- Affected area
- South West Queensland
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- BOM
Flood notices turn on location and timing. Treat the named area as this record's scope; do not assume nearby counties, parishes, or waterways were included.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in South West Queensland.
Alert Details
The Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued a Moderate Flood Warning (IDQ20855) for the Bulloo River. This is the 12th warning issued for this event, effective as of 11:14 am AEST on Tuesday, 24 February 2026.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers the Bulloo River at Thargomindah and areas downstream of Quilpie in Queensland. Minor flooding is currently being observed at Thargomindah and Autumnvale.
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers are urged to exercise extreme caution. Do not drive, walk, swim, or play in floodwater as it is dangerous. Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams, and all waterways. Obey all road closure signs and plan routes to avoid flooded areas. For emergency assistance, contact the SES at 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 immediately. Monitor local media and the ABC for updates.
Expected Conditions
Moderate rainfall has been recorded across the Bulloo River catchment since Monday morning. Current river heights show the Bulloo River at Thargomindah at 4.00 meters and rising, which constitutes minor flooding. The river is forecast to exceed the moderate flood level of 4.50 meters on Wednesday morning and is expected to reach approximately 5.20 meters during Thursday. Further showers and storms are forecast over the coming days, which may lead to additional river level rises.
Timeline
The alert is currently active, with moderate flooding expected to begin Wednesday morning, 25 February 2026. River levels are projected to peak around Thursday. The Bureau of Meteorology intends to issue the next update by 12:00 PM AEST on Wednesday, 25 February 2026.
Original source: BOM Official Notice ↗
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