Bundaberg residents told to evacuate immediately as parts of Queensland brace for major flooding

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Donna LuMarch 10, 2026 at 04:09 AM

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Residents of Bundaberg, Queensland were ordered to evacuate immediately on Tuesday due to anticipated major flooding of the Burnett River, expected to exceed 7 meters. The evacuation order followed days of heavy rain across northern Australia caused by a tropical low, leading to widespread flooding in Queensland and the Northern Territory. Bridges in Bundaberg were expected to close by Tuesday afternoon, and a refuge was established at the Bundaberg Recreational Precinct. Major flooding is occurring across at least 15 Queensland rivers, and while the rain has cleared in the worst-affected areas, river levels will remain high. Other areas, including Mundubbera and Gayndah, were also warned of potential flooding and advised to seek shelter.

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Center-Left (-0.40)

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90%

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Queensland

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