Final Flood Warning for Mary River at Miva and Tiaro as Water Levels Recede

Alert Details

The Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued a final Flood Warning (IDQ20790) for the Mary River and Tinana Creek. This is the 14th and final warning for this event, as minor flooding has now eased following significant rainfall earlier in the week.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic regions in Queensland:

• Mary River at Miva
• Mary River at Tiaro
• Mary River downstream of Gympie
• Tinana Creek

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected areas are advised to exercise caution:

• Do not drive, walk, swim, or play in floodwater as it is dangerous.
• Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams, and waterways.
• Obey all road closure signs and plan travel to avoid flooded roads.
• For emergency assistance, contact the SES at 132 500.
• In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.
• Monitor local media and the ABC for further updates.

Expected Conditions

River levels are currently falling across the region. Specific observations include:

• Mary River at Miva: Currently at 4.26 m and falling. It is expected to remain below the minor flood level of 7.50 m.
• Mary River at Tiaro: Currently at 4.99 m and falling. It is expected to remain below the minor flood level of 6.00 m.
• Mary River at Gympie: Currently at 1.41 m and falling.
• Tinana Creek: River levels are easing.
• Weather Outlook: Showers are forecast for Friday and Saturday, but they are unlikely to contribute to significant riverine flows.

Timeline

This alert was issued at 9:48 am AEST on Friday, March 13, 2026. As river levels have dropped below minor flood thresholds, this is the final warning for this event, and no further updates are expected unless conditions change.