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Australian Government Bureau of MeteorologyMinor Flood Warning for the Thomson and Barcoo Rivers and Cooper Creek
Issued at 2:28 pm EST on Thursday 23 March 2023
Flood Warning Number: 12
MINOR FLOODING CONTINUING ALONG THE THOMSON RIVER AT STONEHENGE AND JUNDAH
MINOR FLOODING CONTINUING ALONG THE BARCOO RIVER AT RETREAT, PEAKED WEDNESDAY MORNING
MINOR FLOODING CONTINUING ALONG THE COOPER CREEK AT WINDORAH, MAY PEAK FRIDAY INTO SATURDAY
Minor flooding is continuing at Stonehenge and Jundah along the Thomson River as floodwaters arrive from Bogewong.
Minor flooding is continuing along the Barcoo River at Retreat and along the Cooper Creek at Windorah. Further rises are expected along the Cooper Creek at Windorah as floodwaters arrive first from the Barcoo River, and then from the Thomson River.
No significant rainfall has been recorded over the last week across the Thomson and Barcoo Rivers and Cooper Creek catchments. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next few days.
Thomson River:
Minor flooding is easing along the Thomson River at Bogewong. Minor flooding continues at Stonehenge and Jundah.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge is currently at 2.33 metres, and steady with minor flooding. The Thomson River at Stonehenge is expected to remain above the minor flood level (2.00 m) for the next few days.
The Thomson River at Jundah is currently at 3.20 metres, and steady with minor flooding. The Thomson River at Jundah is expected to remain above the minor flood level (2.50 m) during the next few days.
Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Barcoo River downstream of Isisford.
The Barcoo River at Retreat peaked at 2.71 metres around 9:00 am Wednesday 22 March and is currently at 2.45 metres, and falling with minor flooding. The Barcoo River at Retreat is likely to remain above the minor flood level (2.14 m) during the next few days.
Cooper Creek:
Minor flooding is occurring along Cooper Creek.
Cooper Ck at Windorah (Main Channel) is currently at 3.93 metres, and rising with minor flooding. The Cooper Ck at Windorah (Main Channel) may peak near 4.20 metres from Friday into Saturday, with minor flooding. The Cooper Ck at Windorah (Main Channel) is expected to remain above the minor flood level (3.00 m) for the next few days.
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 03:00 pm EST on Friday 24 March 2023.
Latest River Heights:
| Location | Height of River (m) | Tendency | Date/Time of Observation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornish Ck at Bowen Downs TM | 1.17 | Steady | 01:00 PM THU 23/03/23 |
| Thomson R at Longreach Auto TM | 1.50 | Steady | 01:00 PM THU 23/03/23 |
| Thomson R at Bogewong TM | 2.12 | Falling | 01:39 PM THU 23/03/23 |
| Thomson R Stonehenge (East) | 2.33 | Steady | 07:35 AM THU 23/03/23 |
| Thomson R at Jundah | 3.20 | Steady | 08:25 AM THU 23/03/23 |
| Barcoo R at Gillespie Alert | 0.50 | Steady | 12:49 PM THU 23/03/23 |
| Alice R at Barcaldine Weir Auto TM | 4.59 | Steady | 01:00 PM THU 23/03/23 |
| Barcoo R at Glenlock | 2.00 | Falling | 06:00 PM WED 22/03/23 |
| Barcoo R at Retreat TM | 2.45 | Steady | 01:00 PM THU 23/03/23 |
| Cooper Ck at Windorah (Main Channel) TM | 3.93 | Rising | 12:00 PM THU 23/03/23 |
| Cooper Ck at Lignum Channel TM | 0.12 | Steady | 12:00 PM THU 23/03/23 |
| Cooper Ck at Nappa Merrie TM | 1.48 | Steady | 01:00 PM THU 23/03/23 |
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. 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.