IDQ20865
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, QueenslandFlood Warning for the Diamantina River
Issued at 9:57 am EST on Friday 30 September 2016
Flood Warning Number: 47
Flood levels continue along the Diamantina River.
No significant rainfall is expected until Sunday and Monday when another trough is likely to bring widespread rain and showers across the catchment.
Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
Moderate flood levels are falling slowly on the Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes.
Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
Minor flood levels are expected to be continuing to rise slowly on the Diamantina River at Monkira.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville was at 3.40 metres and steady on Thursday morning. The river level will remain below the minor flood level (4.0 m) for at least the next few days. Renewed rises are possible in the next few weeks as upstream floodwaters arrive.
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts
Next Issue:
The next warning will be issued by 10:00 am EST on Sunday 02 October 2016.
Latest River Heights:
| Location | Height of River (m) | Tendency | Date/Time of Observation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamantina R at Diamantina Lakes TM | 5.05 | Steady | 08:00 AM FRI 30/09/16 |
| Diamantina R at Monkira | 3.25 | Rising | 09:00 AM THU 29/09/16 |
| Diamantina R at Durrie | Not Available | ||
| Diamantina R at Roseberth | Not Available | ||
| Diamantina R at Birdsville | 3.40 | Steady | 09:00 AM THU 29/09/16 |
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.