Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Weather Warning
for Heavy Rainfall

for parts of Gulf Country, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders and North West Forecast Districts.

Issued at 4:08 am Saturday, 7 March 2026.

Heavy rainfall about the northern inland expected to ease during today.

Weather Situation
Tropical Low 29U crossed the coast near Innisfail during Friday afternoon. The monsoon trough extends inland from this low and is focusing heavy rainfall through the northern interior. The low and monsoon trough are expected to weaken during today and with it decrease the risk of widespread heavy rainfall.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Gulf Country, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders and North West
HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING over parts of the northern inland during the morning period before easing later today. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 70 and 100 mm are likely, with isolated totals up to 130 mm possible.
A slight risk of locally heavy rainfall still persists for coastal parts of northeast and central Queensland this morning. If heavy rainfall is expected for the coast then a Severe Thunderstorm Warning will be issued for the affected areas.
Various Flood Watches and Flood Warnings are current throughout Queensland, including for the North Tropical Coast and Cape York Peninsula districts. Please see https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts for more information.
Locations which may be affected include Georgetown, Hughenden, Richmond, Croydon, Gregory Springs and Forsayth.
Severe weather is no longer occurring in the Peninsula, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and Herbert and Lower Burdekin districts and the warning for these districts is CANCELLED.
Significant rainfall observations to 4am:
118.0 mm rainfall observed at Glenore Weir TM in the 6 hours to 2am.
79,6 mm rainfall observed at Normanton Airport in the 6 hours to 2.36am.
Cancellation for the following areas:
Herbert and Lower Burdekin,North Tropical Coast and Tablelands,Peninsula

Emergency services advise people to:
* Park your car undercover away from trees.
* Close doors and windows.
* Keep asthma medications close by. Storms and wind can trigger asthma attacks.
* Charge mobile phones and power banks in case the power goes out.
* Put your pets somewhere safe and make sure they can be identified in case they get lost.
* Do not drive now unless you have to because conditions are dangerous.
* Tell friends, family and neighbours in the area.
* Go inside a strong building now. Stay inside until the storm has passed.

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 am AEST Saturday.
Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and emergency services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Weather Warning
for Heavy Rainfall

for parts of Gulf Country, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders and North West Forecast Districts.

Issued at 4:08 am Saturday, 7 March 2026.

Heavy rainfall about the northern inland expected to ease during today.

Weather Situation
Tropical Low 29U crossed the coast near Innisfail during Friday afternoon. The monsoon trough extends inland from this low and is focusing heavy rainfall through the northern interior. The low and monsoon trough are expected to weaken during today and with it decrease the risk of widespread heavy rainfall.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Gulf Country, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders and North West
HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING over parts of the northern inland during the morning period before easing later today. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 70 and 100 mm are likely, with isolated totals up to 130 mm possible.
A slight risk of locally heavy rainfall still persists for coastal parts of northeast and central Queensland this morning. If heavy rainfall is expected for the coast then a Severe Thunderstorm Warning will be issued for the affected areas.
Various Flood Watches and Flood Warnings are current throughout Queensland, including for the North Tropical Coast and Cape York Peninsula districts. Please see https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts for more information.
Locations which may be affected include Georgetown, Hughenden, Richmond, Croydon, Gregory Springs and Forsayth.
Severe weather is no longer occurring in the Peninsula, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and Herbert and Lower Burdekin districts and the warning for these districts is CANCELLED.
Significant rainfall observations to 4am:
118.0 mm rainfall observed at Glenore Weir TM in the 6 hours to 2am.
79,6 mm rainfall observed at Normanton Airport in the 6 hours to 2.36am.
Cancellation for the following areas:
Herbert and Lower Burdekin,North Tropical Coast and Tablelands,Peninsula

Emergency services advise people to:
* Park your car undercover away from trees.
* Close doors and windows.
* Keep asthma medications close by. Storms and wind can trigger asthma attacks.
* Charge mobile phones and power banks in case the power goes out.
* Put your pets somewhere safe and make sure they can be identified in case they get lost.
* Do not drive now unless you have to because conditions are dangerous.
* Tell friends, family and neighbours in the area.
* Go inside a strong building now. Stay inside until the storm has passed.

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 am AEST Saturday.
Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and emergency services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

Marine Wind Warning Summary for Queensland

Issued at 03:00 AM EST on Saturday 07 March 2026
for the period until midnight EST Saturday 07 March 2026

Wind Warnings for Saturday 07 March
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
South East Gulf of Carpentaria, North East Gulf of Carpentaria, Cairns Coast, Townsville Coast and Mackay Coast

The next marine wind warning summary will be issued by 9:00 am EST Saturday.
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Check the latest Coastal Waters Forecast or Local
Waters Forecast at http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts/map.shtml for information on wind,
wave and weather conditions for these coastal zones.
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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Minor Flood Warning For The Tully River
Issued at 11:43 PM AEST on Friday 06 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 2

MINOR FLOODING LIKELY AT EURAMO FROM EARLY SATURDAY MORNING
Moderate to heavy rainfall recorded since Thursday afternoon has resulted in river level rises across the Tully River catchment. Minor flooding is likely at Euramo from early Saturday morning.
Further showers and storms are forecast over the next few days, which may lead to further river level rises and flooding across the catchment. This warning will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for most of Queensland. A Severe Weather Warning is current for heavy rainfall for parts of the Peninsula, Gulf Country, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders and Herbert and Lower Burdekin Forecast Districts.

Tully River:
Minor flooding is likely along the Tully River.
The Tully River at Euramo is currently at 5.25 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Tully River at Euramo is likely to exceed 6.00 m early Saturday morning, with minor flooding. The river may reach around 7.00 m Saturday afternoon, with minor flooding. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

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.

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 12:00 PM AEST on Saturday 07 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Tully River at Tully Gorge,2.46,falling,11:00 pm Fri 06/03/26
Tully River at Bolinda Estate,0.55,steady,6:59 am Mon 02/03/26
Tully River at Euramo,5.25,rising,11:05 pm Fri 06/03/26
Clump Point Tide,2.59,rising,11:00 pm Fri 06/03/26
Cardwell Tide,2.90,rising,11:04 pm Fri 06/03/26
Murray River at Upper Murray,4.65,falling,11:29 pm Fri 06/03/26

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Moderate Flood Warning For The Daintree River And Flood Warning For The Mossman And Bloomfield Rivers
Issued at 02:33 PM AEST on Friday 06 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 7

MODERATE FLOODING EASING AT DAINTREE VILLAGE
ELEVATED RIVER LEVELS EASING ALONG THE MOSSMAN AND BLOOMFIELD RIVERS
Heavy to intense rainfall since Thursday afternoon has caused rapid river level rises across the Daintree, Mossman, and Bloomfield River catchments. Moderate flooding is now easing at Daintree Village after peaking just below the major flood level early Friday morning. Elevated river levels are now generally easing along the Bloomfield and Mossman rivers.
Showers are forecast for the remainder of Friday and into Saturday, which may lead to renewed river level rises. This situation is being closely monitored, and this warning will be updated as required.
A Severe Weather Warning for heavy rainfall is current for parts of the Peninsula, Gulf Country, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders and Herbert and Lower Burdekin Forecast Districts. A Flood Watch is current for most of Queensland.

Daintree River:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Daintree River at Daintree Village, and minor flooding is occurring at Bairds. Elevated river levels are generally easing along the Bloomfield River at China Camp.
The Daintree River at Daintree Village is currently at 6.65 m and falling, with moderate flooding.
The Daintree River at Daintree Village may fall below the moderate flood level (6.00 m) late Friday afternoon. The river may fall below the minor flood level (4.00 m) overnight Friday into Saturday.

Mossman River:
Elevated river levels are generally easing along the Mossman River.

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.

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 10:00 AM AEST on Saturday 07 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Daintree River at Bairds,9.44,falling,2:00 pm Fri 06/03/26
Daintree River at Daintree Village,6.65,falling,1:40 pm Fri 06/03/26
Mossman River at Mossman,4.53,falling,2:15 pm Fri 06/03/26
Mossman Tide,1.48,falling,2:05 pm Fri 06/03/26

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Final Flood Warning For The Mulgrave And Russell Rivers
Issued at 09:56 AM AEST on Friday 06 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 2

FLOODING NO LONGER EXPECTED AT PEETS BRIDGE AND GORDONVALE
Moderate to heavy rainfall recorded since Thursday afternoon has resulted in river level rises across the Mulgrave and Russell River catchment. River levels peaked below the minor flood level at Peets Bridge and Gordonvale Friday morning, and flooding is no longer expected.
Further showers and storms are forecast for the remainder of Friday and into Saturday. Renewed river level rises are possible. The situation is being monitored and warnings will restart if required.
A Severe Weather Warning for heavy, locally intense rainfall is current for parts of the Peninsula and North Tropical Coast and Tablelands Forecast Districts. A Flood Watch is current for North Tropical Coast and parts of Cape York Peninsula, Central Coast, Capricornia and Carpentaria catchments.

Mulgrave River:
Flooding is no longer expected along the Mulgrave River at Peets Bridge and Gordonvale. Minor flooding is easing at The Fisheries.
The Mulgrave River at Peets Bridge peaked at around 4.82 m on Friday morning, below the minor flood level. The Mulgrave River at Peets Bridge is currently at 4.34 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Mulgrave River at Peets Bridge is expected to remain below the minor flood level (5.00 m). Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

The Mulgrave River at Gordonvale is currently at 10.70 m and steady, and around a peak below the minor flood level.
The Mulgrave River at Gordonvale is expected to remain below the minor flood level (12.00 m). Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

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.

Next issue:
This is a final warning. No further warnings will be issued for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Mulgrave River at The Fisheries,3.20,steady,9:25 am Fri 06/03/26
Mulgrave River at Peets Bridge,4.34,falling,9:15 am Fri 06/03/26
Mulgrave River at Gordonvale,10.70,steady,9:42 am Fri 06/03/26
Russell River at Bucklands,5.02,rising,9:00 am Fri 06/03/26
Babinda Creek at The Boulders,2.12,rising,9:05 am Fri 06/03/26
Russell River at Clyde Rd,0.02,steady,9:02 am Fri 06/03/26

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.