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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, QueenslandFlood Warning for the lower Diamantina River
Issued at 11:53 am EST on Sunday 16 December 2018
Flood Warning Number: 2
Minor flood levels are rising on the Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes.
Rainfall recorded during the last few days of 20-45 mm were recorded in the local Diamantina Lakes catchment area. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next few days.
Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The river level on Sunday morning is 0.26 metres above the causeway on the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road, and continuing to slowly rise.
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 12:00 pm EST on Monday 17 December 2018.
Latest River Heights:
| Location | Height of River (m) | Tendency | Date/Time of Observation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamantina R at Diamantina Lakes TM | 2.36 | Rising | 10:00 AM SUN 16/12/18 |
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.