Severe Weather Warning Issued for Heavy Rainfall and Damaging Winds in Queensland's Channel Country
This alert is no longer in effect.
BOM issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a high-priority warning for far southwestern Queensland, forecasting flash flooding and 90 km/h wind gusts due to a slow-moving tropical low.
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- Record type
- Severe Weather Warning
- Affected area
- Southwestern Queensland
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- BOM
The warning type, named area, and issue time define this record. Confirm all three against the original agency notice before treating it as current.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Southwestern Queensland.
Alert Details
The Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued a Severe Weather Warning (IDQ21037) for heavy rainfall and damaging winds. The warning was issued at 10:37 am AEST on Monday, 23 February 2026, and is classified as a top priority for immediate broadcast.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers parts of the Channel Country Forecast District in far southwestern Queensland. Locations expected to be impacted include Birdsville, Ballera, Orientos, and Bulloo Downs. The previous warning for the North West district has been cancelled as severe weather is no longer occurring in that area.
Expected Conditions
A slow-moving tropical low situated over the southeast of the Northern Territory is drawing rich tropical moisture into the region. Residents should prepare for the following hazards:
- Heavy Rainfall: Six-hourly rainfall totals between 50 and 80 mm are possible, which may lead to flash flooding.
- Damaging Winds: Wind gusts of approximately 90 km/h are possible during showers and thunderstorms.
- Livestock Risk: These conditions pose a significant threat to cattle and other livestock in the region.
What You Should Do
Emergency services advise residents in the affected areas to take the following precautions:
- Park vehicles undercover and away from trees.
- Secure your home by closing all doors and windows.
- Keep asthma medications nearby, as storms and wind can trigger respiratory issues.
- Ensure mobile phones and power banks are fully charged in case of power outages.
- Secure pets in a safe location and ensure they are identifiable.
- Avoid driving unless absolutely necessary due to dangerous road conditions.
- Seek shelter inside a sturdy building and remain there until the storm passes.
Timeline
The warning is currently in effect. While there is uncertainty regarding the exact movement of the tropical low, it may linger and affect the western Channel Country for most of the week. The next update from the Bureau of Meteorology is scheduled to be issued by 5:00 pm AEST Monday.
Original source: BOM Official Notice ↗
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