Record Flooding in Western Queensland Displaces Hundreds and Threatens Livestock

Unprecedented rainfall has inundated over 500,000 square kilometers, surpassing historic 1974 levels, with flood peaks expected to persist for weeks.

More than 100 homes have been inundated, and hundreds of residents have been evacuated from towns like Jundah, Adavale, and Windorah.
Rainfall of over 600 millimeters, nearly double the yearly average, has caused severe flooding across 13 shires in western Queensland.
Livestock losses are feared to reach hundreds of thousands, with significant damage to roads, power systems, and other critical infrastructure reported.
Flood warnings remain in effect, with additional rainfall forecast through the weekend, prolonging the crisis and delaying recovery efforts.
Disaster assistance has been activated by state and federal governments, with emergency crews conducting airlifts and delivering supplies to isolated communities.