Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall
for parts of Gulf Country, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders, Herbert and Lower Burdekin and North West Forecast Districts.
Issued at 4:55 pm Saturday, 8 February 2025.
Heavy rainfall continues in the north Queensland interior this afternoon.
Weather Situation
A monsoon trough lies across the northern Queensland interior in an environment rich with tropical moisture, allowing the development of slow-moving heavy showers and severe thunderstorms.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Gulf Country, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders, Herbert and Lower Burdekin and North West
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Richmond, Julia Creek, Innisfail, Babinda, Gregory Springs and Cloney's Creek.
108 mm was recorded at Savanah in the 3 hours to 12:00 pm.
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 warning is due to be issued by 7:55 pm.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and emergency services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.
Forecast
Barratta (19.5311°S, 147.2136°E, 5m AMSL) Barratta,QLD set as my default location ›
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Barratta 7 day forecast
Today: Cloudy. Very high chance of rain. The chance of a thunderstorm. Heavy rain which may lead to flash flooding possible. Light winds.
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Sunrise / Sunset for Barratta (19.5311°S, 147.2136°E, 5m AMSL) First light Sunrise Sunset Last light Moon rise Moon set Moon phase Full moon Last quarter New moon First quarter 5:36am EST 5:59am EST 6:50pm EST 7:13pm EST 3:27pm EST 1:24am EST Waxing gibbous
Full moon Feb 13 Last quarter Feb 21 New moon Feb 28 First quarter Mar 07 Barratta sun & moon times
SaturdayFirst light5:36am
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Weather Warnings
Sat 4:55pm UTC Severe thunderstorm advice QLDSat 4:55pm UTC Severe thunderstorm advice QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall
for parts of Gulf Country, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders, Herbert and Lower Burdekin and North West Forecast Districts.
Issued at 4:55 pm Saturday, 8 February 2025.
Heavy rainfall continues in the north Queensland interior this afternoon.
Weather Situation
A monsoon trough lies across the northern Queensland interior in an environment rich with tropical moisture, allowing the development of slow-moving heavy showers and severe thunderstorms.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Gulf Country, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders, Herbert and Lower Burdekin and North West
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Richmond, Julia Creek, Innisfail, Babinda, Gregory Springs and Cloney's Creek.
108 mm was recorded at Savanah in the 3 hours to 12:00 pm.
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 warning is due to be issued by 7:55 pm.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and emergency services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.Sat 4:40pm UTC Severe weather advice QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Severe Weather Warning
for Heavy Rainfall
for parts of North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and Herbert and Lower Burdekin Forecast Districts.
Issued at 4:40 pm Saturday, 8 February 2025.
Heavy rainfall possible between Tully and Ayr during the weekend and into the early part of the week.
Weather Situation
Significant rainfall may continue over the weekend about the Herbert and Lower Burdekin and the Cassowary Coast, with a monsoon trough in place, rich tropical moisture and onshore flow expected to strengthen. Enhanced rainfall due to widespread showers and isolated embedded thunderstorms is possible throughout the weekend and into the early part of the week, with extremely wet soils and river catchments leading to a higher than normal vulnerability to flash flooding.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and Herbert and Lower Burdekin
HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is forecast for parts of the Herbert and Lower Burdekin and the North Tropical Coast this weekend. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 120 to 180 mm are possible. Isolated 24-hourly rainfall totals up to 250 mm are possible. Rainfall has increased this afternoon, with isolated heavy falls possible through the remainder of the weekend, before easing early this week.
Heavy rainfall increases the potential for landslides and debris across roads.
A Flood Watch and various Flood Warnings are current for parts of northeastern Queensland. Please refer to http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/warnings for more information.
Locations which may be affected include Townsville, Palm Island, Ingham, Ayr, Cardwell, Giru, Tully, Abergowrie and Lucinda.
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 pm AEST Saturday.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and emergency services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.Sat 4:40pm UTC Severe weather advice QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Severe Weather Warning
for Heavy Rainfall
for parts of North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and Herbert and Lower Burdekin Forecast Districts.
Issued at 4:40 pm Saturday, 8 February 2025.
Heavy rainfall possible between Tully and Ayr during the weekend and into the early part of the week.
Weather Situation
Significant rainfall may continue over the weekend about the Herbert and Lower Burdekin and the Cassowary Coast, with a monsoon trough in place, rich tropical moisture and onshore flow expected to strengthen. Enhanced rainfall due to widespread showers and isolated embedded thunderstorms is possible throughout the weekend and into the early part of the week, with extremely wet soils and river catchments leading to a higher than normal vulnerability to flash flooding.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and Herbert and Lower Burdekin
HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is forecast for parts of the Herbert and Lower Burdekin and the North Tropical Coast this weekend. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 120 to 180 mm are possible. Isolated 24-hourly rainfall totals up to 250 mm are possible. Rainfall has increased this afternoon, with isolated heavy falls possible through the remainder of the weekend, before easing early this week.
Heavy rainfall increases the potential for landslides and debris across roads.
A Flood Watch and various Flood Warnings are current for parts of northeastern Queensland. Please refer to http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/warnings for more information.
Locations which may be affected include Townsville, Palm Island, Ingham, Ayr, Cardwell, Giru, Tully, Abergowrie and Lucinda.
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 pm AEST Saturday.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and emergency services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.Sat 4:39pm UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Major Flood Warning For The Herbert River
Issued at 04:39 PM EST on Saturday 08 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 32
RENEWED MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT HALIFAX FROM SUNDAY MORNING
RENEWED MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT GAIRLOCH, INGHAM PUMP STATION, ABERGOWRIE BRIDGE AND GLENEAGLE FROM OVERNIGHT SATURDAY INTO SUNDAY
Heavy rainfall has been observed across the Herbert River catchment over the last week, particularly over the lower reaches of the catchment. Further heavy rainfall and thunderstorms are forecast for the remainder of the weekend.
Minor flooding continues along the Herbert River. Renewed river level rises and areas of minor to major flooding are possible along the Herbert River with forecast rainfall, however the river levels are not expected to reach the levels seen earlier this month at this stage.
A Severe Weather Warning for heavy rainfall is current for parts of North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and Herbert and Lower Burdekin Forecast Districts.
The flood situation is being closely monitored and forecasts and warnings will be updated as required.
Herbert River to Nash's Crossing:
Moderate flooding may occur along the Herbert River to Nash's Crossing.
No recent observations are available for the Herbert River at Gleneagle, however, based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level at Gleneagle is expected to be above the minor flood level (4.50 m).
The Herbert River at Gleneagle may reach the moderate flood level (8.50 m) overnight Saturday into Sunday, with forecast rainfall.
Herbert River downstream of Nash's Crossing:
Moderate to major flooding may occur along the Herbert River downstream of Nash's Crossing.
The Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge is currently at 6.70 metres and rising, above the minor flood level (6.00 m).
The Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge may reach the moderate flood level (10.00 m) from Sunday morning, with forecast rainfall.
The Herbert River at Ingham Pump Station (Alert gauge) is currently at 7.89 metres and steady, below the minor flood level (10.00 m).
The Herbert River at Ingham Pump Station may reach the minor flood level (10.00 m) from Sunday morning. The river level may reach the moderate flood level (11.00 m) from late Sunday morning, with forecast rainfall.
The Herbert River at Gairloch (Alert gauge) is currently at 7.54 metres and falling, below the minor flood level (9.50 m).
The Herbert River at Gairloch may reach the minor flood level (9.50 m) from Sunday morning. The river level may reach the moderate flood level (10.50 m) from late Sunday morning, with forecast rainfall.
The Herbert River at Halifax is currently at 4.31 metres and falling, above the minor flood level (4.00 m).
Renewed rises are possible with forecast rainfall along the Herbert River at Halifax, where the river level may reach the moderate flood level (4.50 m) from overnight Saturday into Sunday. The river level may reach the major flood level (5.00 m) from Sunday morning.
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.}
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts
Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 11:00 pm EST on Saturday 08 February 2025.
Latest River Heights:
Wild R at Silver Valley TM,2.97,Rising,04:20 PM SAT 08/02/25
Rudd Ck at Gunnawarra Alert,5.67,Rising,07:20 PM FRI 07/02/25
Rudd Ck at Gunnawarra TM,5.71,Steady,04:00 PM SAT 08/02/25
Herbert R at Gleneagle Alert,6.15,Falling,11:00 AM SAT 08/02/25
Herbert R at Gleneagle TM,6.00,Falling,04:00 PM SAT 08/02/25
Blencoe Creek at Blencoe Falls TM,3.69,Steady,04:00 PM SAT 08/02/25
Herbert R at Nashs Crossing Alert,4.70,Rising,03:27 PM SAT 08/02/25
Herbert R at Zattas Alert,3.30,Falling,11:34 AM SAT 08/02/25
Herbert R at Abergowrie Br Alert,6.70,Rising,04:05 PM SAT 08/02/25
Stone R at Peacock Siding Alert,2.95,Rising,04:28 PM SAT 08/02/25
Herbert R at Trebonne Alert,7.70,Falling,02:51 PM SAT 08/02/25
Herbert R at Ingham Pump Stn Alert,7.89,Steady,03:54 PM SAT 08/02/25
Herbert R at Ingham Pump Stn TM,7.87,Steady,04:00 PM SAT 08/02/25
Herbert R at Gairloch (Auto) Alert,7.54,Falling,03:07 PM SAT 08/02/25
Herbert R at Halifax Alert,4.31,Falling,03:01 PM SAT 08/02/25
Lucinda Pt Tide TM,1.98,Steady,04:06 PM SAT 08/02/25
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.Sat 3:46pm UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Moderate Flood Warning For The Ross And Bohle Rivers And Flood Warning For The Black River And Bluewater Creek
Issued at 03:46 PM EST on Saturday 08 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 33
MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE WITH FORECAST RAINFALL FOR THE NEXT FEW DAYS ACROSS THE ROSS AND BOHLE RIVERS
River levels remain elevated on Saturday afternoon across the Ross and Bohle Rivers, and the Black River and Bluewater Creek catchments.
Further thunderstorms and heavy rainfall are forecast during the next few days. Whilst catchments remain wet from recent prolonged rainfall, any further rainfall is expected to result in rapid rises and lead to a return of more significant flooding across the Townsville area.
As advised by Townsville City Council, Ross River Dam will see controlled releases through the spillway. This will contribute to flows downstream in the Ross River.
A Severe Weather Warning is current for parts of North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and Herbert and Lower Burdekin Forecast Districts.
The flood situation is being closely monitored and forecasts and warnings will be updated as required.
Ross River:
Moderate flooding may occur along the Ross River.
The Ross River at Aplin Weir is currently at 1.26 metres and steady, above the minor flood level (1.10 metres).
The Ross River at Aplin Weir is likely to remain above the minor flood level (1.10 metres) overnight Saturday. Further areas of heavy rainfall are forecast, which may cause renewed rises and moderate flooding across this weekend.
Bohle River:
Moderate flooding may occur along the Bohle River.
The Bohle River at Mt Bohle is currently at 4.56 metres and falling slowly, above the minor flood level (4.00 metres).
The Bohle River at Mt Bohle is likely to remain above the minor flood level (4.00 metres) overnight Saturday. Further areas of heavy rainfall are forecast, which may cause renewed rises and moderate flooding across this weekend.
Black River and Bluewater Creek:
River and creek levels across the Black River and Bluewater Creek catchments are slowly easing below minor flood levels. Further renewed rises are likely over the next few days, with forecast rainfall.
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.}
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts.
Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 10:00 pm EST on Saturday 08 February 2025.
Latest River Heights:
Bohle R at Dalrymple Rd Alert,8.44,Falling,03:04 PM SAT 08/02/25
Bohle R at Mt Bohle Alert,4.56,Steady,03:20 PM SAT 08/02/25
Black R upstream Bruce Hwy Alert,2.16,Rising,03:40 PM SAT 08/02/25
Black R upstream Bruce Hwy TM,2.08,Steady,03:00 PM SAT 08/02/25
Bluewater Ck at Bluewater Alert,2.10,Rising,03:44 PM SAT 08/02/25
Bluewater Ck at Bluewater TM,2.08,Steady,03:15 PM SAT 08/02/25
Ross R at Ross River Dam Alert,40.21,Falling,03:16 PM SAT 08/02/25
Ross R at Black Weir (Riverway) Alert,1.10,Steady,10:17 AM SAT 08/02/25
Ross R at Aplin Weir Alert,1.26,Steady,03:10 PM SAT 08/02/25
Ross R at Rooneys Bridge Alert,1.85,Steady,01:40 PM SAT 08/02/25
Townsville Harbour Tide Alert,1.55,Rising,02:57 PM SAT 08/02/25
Townsville Harbour Tide TM,1.57,Steady,03:04 PM SAT 08/02/25
Cape Ferguson Tide TM,1.47,Steady,03:01 PM SAT 08/02/25
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.Sat 12:07pm UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Major Flood Warning For The Cape River, Upper Burdekin And Lower Burdekin Rivers And Moderate Flood Warning For The Suttor River
Issued at 12:07 PM EST on Saturday 08 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 29
MAJOR FLOODING PEAKING AT SELLHEIM DURING SATURDAY
MAJOR FLOODING LIKELY AT TAEMAS OVERNIGHT SATURDAY
MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT INKERMAN BRIDGE FROM LATE SUNDAY
Recent heavy rainfall has resulted in river level rises along the Burdekin, Cape, Belyando and Suttor Rivers.
River level rises are occurring along the Cape River, where major flooding is nearing a peak at Taemas during Saturday. River level rises are also occurring along the Belyando and Suttor Rivers, where moderate flooding is occurring at St Anns during Saturday.
River level rises are occurring along the Burdekin River where major flooding is occurring at Sellheim, moderate flooding is occurring at Dalbeg, Clare and Inkerman Bridge. Major flooding is possible at Inkerman Bridge late Sunday.
Further rainfall and thunderstorms are forecast over the next few days. A Severe Weather Warning is current for parts of North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and Herbert and Lower Burdekin Forecast Districts.
The flood situation is being closely monitored and forecasts and warnings will be updated as required.
Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Suttor River at St Anns is currently at 6.50 metres and steady, with moderate flooding.
The river level is likely to remain above the moderate flood level for the remainder of Saturday. Further rises are possible with the arrival of upstream flow and forecast rainfall.
Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Major flooding is likely along the Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Cape River at Taemas is currently at 7.71 metres and rising, with moderate flooding.
The Cape River at Taemas is likely to reach the major flood level (8.00 m) overnight Saturday into Sunday. The river level may remain around the major flood level (8.00 m) during Sunday.
Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Major flooding is occurring along the Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Burdekin River at Sellheim is currently at 17.15 metres and steady, around a major peak.
The Burdekin River at Sellheim is likely to remain around current levels during Saturday afternoon, before commencing to ease.
The Burdekin River at Burdekin Dam is currently at 5.58 metres and rising, with moderate flooding.
The Burdekin River at Burdekin Dam may reach around 6.00 metres early Sunday. The river level is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (5.50 m) across the weekend.
Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam:
Major flooding may occur along the Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg is currently at 17.38 metres and rising, above the moderate flood level (15.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg may reach around 18.00 metres overnight Saturday into Sunday. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.
The Burdekin River at Clare is currently at 14.10 metres and rising, above the moderate flood level (13.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Clare may reach around 15.00 metres Saturday evening. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.
The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge (manual gauge) was at 10.60 metres at 10:00am and rising, above the moderate flood level (10.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (10.00 m) during Saturday. The river level may reach the major flood level (12.00 m) late Sunday. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.}
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts
Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 06:00 pm EST on Saturday 08 February 2025.
Latest River Heights:
Burdekin R at Mt Fullstop TM,7.03,Falling,11:00 AM SAT 08/02/25
Running River at Mt Bradley TM,2.55,Steady,11:00 AM SAT 08/02/25
Star R at Laroona TM,6.38,Steady,11:00 AM SAT 08/02/25
Paluma Dam Alert,0.23,Rising,04:55 PM FRI 07/02/25
Burdekin R at Gainsford TM,13.25,Falling,11:00 AM SAT 08/02/25
Keelbottom Ck at Keelbottom TM,2.49,Steady,11:00 AM SAT 08/02/25
Burdekin R at Sellheim Alert,17.15,Falling,12:05 PM SAT 08/02/25
Burdekin R at Sellheim TM,17.28,Rising,11:20 AM SAT 08/02/25
Alpha Ck at Rivington Alert,0.77,Rising,10:37 AM SAT 08/02/25
Belyando R at Belyando Crossing TM,7.13,Steady,11:00 AM SAT 08/02/25
Suttor R at St Anns Alert,6.55,Rising,12:04 PM SAT 08/02/25
Cape R at Pentland TM,4.44,Falling,11:20 AM SAT 08/02/25
Cape R at Taemas Alert,7.76,Rising,11:50 AM SAT 08/02/25
Cape R at Taemas TM,7.66,Steady,11:00 AM SAT 08/02/25
Burdekin R at Burdekin Dam Alert,5.58,Rising,11:25 AM SAT 08/02/25
Burdekin R at Burdekin Dam TM,5.59,Rising,11:00 AM SAT 08/02/25
Bowen R at Myuna Alert,3.92,Steady,11:46 AM SAT 08/02/25
Bowen R at Myuna TM,3.96,Steady,11:00 AM SAT 08/02/25
Burdekin R at Dalbeg Alert,17.38,Steady,12:05 PM SAT 08/02/25
Burdekin R at Dalbeg TM,17.36,Steady,11:03 AM SAT 08/02/25
Bogie R at Strathbogie Alert,2.97,Falling,11:59 AM SAT 08/02/25
Burdekin R at Millaroo Alert,15.60,Rising,11:57 AM SAT 08/02/25
Burdekin R at Clare Alert,14.70,Rising,11:15 AM SAT 08/02/25
Burdekin R at Clare TM,14.64,Steady,11:00 AM SAT 08/02/25
Burdekin R at Rita Island Alert,2.70,Rising,11:43 AM SAT 08/02/25
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.Sat 8:44am UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Major Flood Warning For The Haughton River Catchment
Issued at 08:44 AM EST on Saturday 08 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 24
MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT GIRU
Significant rainfall has been observed across the Haughton River catchment over the last few days. Further rainfall is forecast during the weekend.
Upstream along the Haughton River at Mt Piccaninny, the river level peaked just below the major flood level during Friday evening and is now above the moderate flood level and falling. The river level at Powerline is above the moderate flood level and steady.
The Haughton River at Giru is likely to reach around 3.00 metres late Saturday morning. Giru is likely to remain above the major flood level during the remainder of Saturday and into Sunday, however it is unlikely to reach the levels seen earlier this month.
The situation is being monitored and the warning will be updated as required.
A Severe Weather Warning is current for parts of the North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and Herbert and Lower Burdekin forecast districts.
Major Creek:
Renewed rises above the moderate flood level are occurring along Major Creek.
Haughton River:
Major flooding occurring along the Haughton River.
The Haughton River at Giru is currently at 2.93 metres and rising, above the major flood level (2.50 m).
The Haughton River at Giru is likely to reach around 3.00 metres late Saturday morning. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.}
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts
Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 05:30 pm EST on Saturday 08 February 2025.
Latest River Heights:
Haughton R at Mt Piccaninny Alert,3.95,Falling,08:10 AM SAT 08/02/25
Haughton R at Mt Piccaninny TM,3.98,Steady,08:00 AM SAT 08/02/25
Major Ck upstream Haughton R Alert,9.05,Rising,08:32 AM SAT 08/02/25
Major Ck upstream Haughton R TM,9.01,Steady,07:50 AM SAT 08/02/25
Haughton R at Powerline Alert,7.00,Steady,07:33 AM SAT 08/02/25
Haughton R at Powerline TM,7.00,Steady,08:00 AM SAT 08/02/25
Haughton R at Giru Alert,2.93,Rising,08:27 AM SAT 08/02/25
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.For extended forecasts and greater detail visit weather zone°- Severe Thunderstorm Warning ( Rain) G Country, North Tropical Cst & Tablelands, Nthn Goldfields & UFlinders, Herbert & Herb/L Burdekin & NW
- Severe Thunderstorm Warning ( Rain) G Country, North Tropical Cst & Tablelands, Nthn Goldfields & UFlinders, Herbert & Herb/L Burdekin & NW
- Severe Weather Warning (Heavy Rainfall) for parts of North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and Herbert and Lower Burdekin
- Severe Weather Warning (Heavy Rainfall) for parts of North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and Herbert and Lower Burdekin
- Major Flood Warning For The Herbert River
- Moderate Flood Warning For The Ross And Bohle Rivers And Flood Warning For The Black River And Bluewater Creek
- Major Flood Warning For The Cape River, Upper Burdekin And Lower Burdekin Rivers And Moderate Flood Warning For The Suttor River
- Major Flood Warning For The Haughton River Catchment
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Temperature for next 7 days
0 Saturday Saturday 27 1 Sunday Sunday 28 2 Monday Monday 29 3 Tuesday Tuesday 29 4 Wednesday Wednesday 31 5 Thursday Thursday 32 6 Friday Friday 31 7 Friday Friday 31 -
Rain for next 7 days
0 Saturday Saturday 80 1 Sunday Sunday 10 2 Monday Monday 40 3 Tuesday Tuesday 20 4 Wednesday Wednesday 0 5 Thursday Thursday 0 6 Friday Friday 5 7 Friday Friday 5