Source: Bureau of Meteorology

Flood Watch for parts of North-Western, and Central Queensland
Issued at 11:47 am AEST on Thursday 25 December 2025

Flood Watch Number: 3

FLOODING POSSIBLE IN PARTS OF NORTH-WESTERN AND CENTRAL QUEENSLAND FROM FRIDAY

A monsoon trough in the north-west, and a trough that will move along the east coast over the next few days, will combine with deep moisture to produce widespread showers, rain, and thunderstorms with isolated heavy falls across western, central, and northern Queensland in the coming days. The location of the heaviest rainfall will depend on the location of the troughs.

Catchments are gradually becoming wet following recent rainfall.

River and creek level rises, overland flow, and isolated flooding in low-lying areas are possible across many inland parts of the Flood Watch area. Riverine flooding is possible from Friday with road closures and community isolation likely.

Catchments likely to be affected include:

Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam

Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam

Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam

Connors, Isaac and Styx Rivers and Plane Creek

Settlement Creek

Nicholson River

Leichhardt River

Upper Flinders River

Lower Flinders River

Cloncurry River

Norman River

Gilbert River

Georgina River and Eyre Creek(rainfall expected mainly in upper catchment)

Diamantina River(rainfall expected mainly in upper catchment)

Thomson River(rainfall expected mainly in upper catchment)

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts

For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood

Safety Advice:
Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.disaster.qld.gov.au/warnings.
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

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