Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall

for parts of Peninsula, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders and Herbert and Lower Burdekin Forecast Districts.

Issued at 6:59 pm Monday, 16 February 2026.

Slow moving thunderstorms producing heavy rainfall over western North Tropical Coast and southern peninsula area.

Weather Situation
A broad area of deep tropical moisture extends over central and northern parts of the state. Multiple subtle trough systems embedded in this airmass will provide a trigger for clusters of slow-moving thunderstorms producing localised areas of heavy rainfall.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Peninsula, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders and Herbert and Lower Burdekin
Corrected to remove the Gulf Country and North West districts.
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 Georgetown, Forsayth, Mount Garnet, Chillagoe and Einasleigh.
Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Gulf Country and North West districts and the warning for these districts is CANCELLED.
71 mm was recorded at Lava Plains in the 2 hours to 6:30 pm
67 mm was recorded at Upper Rudd Creek in the 2 hours to 6:30 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 10:00 pm.
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 Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall

for parts of Peninsula, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders and Herbert and Lower Burdekin Forecast Districts.

Issued at 6:59 pm Monday, 16 February 2026.

Slow moving thunderstorms producing heavy rainfall over western North Tropical Coast and southern peninsula area.

Weather Situation
A broad area of deep tropical moisture extends over central and northern parts of the state. Multiple subtle trough systems embedded in this airmass will provide a trigger for clusters of slow-moving thunderstorms producing localised areas of heavy rainfall.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Peninsula, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders and Herbert and Lower Burdekin
Corrected to remove the Gulf Country and North West districts.
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 Georgetown, Forsayth, Mount Garnet, Chillagoe and Einasleigh.
Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Gulf Country and North West districts and the warning for these districts is CANCELLED.
71 mm was recorded at Lava Plains in the 2 hours to 6:30 pm
67 mm was recorded at Upper Rudd Creek in the 2 hours to 6:30 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 10:00 pm.
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, National Water Operations
Reissued to correct forecast text

Minor Flood Warning For The Herbert River
Issued at 02:51 PM AEST on Monday 16 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 3

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT GLENEAGLE HOMESTEAD
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT ABERGOWRIE BRIDGE FROM MONDAY EVENING
Moderate rainfall over the last few days has resulted in river level rises across the upper Herbert catchment. Minor flooding is occurring at Gleneagle Homestead and is possible at Abergowrie Bridge from Monday evening.
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.

Herbert River to Nash's Crossing:
Minor flooding is occurring at Gleneagle Homestead.
No observations are currently available for the Herbert River at Gleneagle Homestead. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level is estimated to be above the minor flood level and rising.
The Herbert River at Gleneagle Homestead is likely to remain above the minor flood level (4.50 m) for the reminder of Monday and Tuesday. Further rises are likely with forecast rain.

Herbert River downstream of Nash's Crossing:
Minor flooding may occur along the Herbert River downstream of Nash's Crossing.
The Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge is currently at 5.02 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge may reach around the minor flood level (6.00 m) Monday evening. Further rises are possible.

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 11:00 AM AEST on Tuesday 17 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Wild River at Silver Valley,3.04,falling,2:00 pm Mon 16/02/26
Rudd Creek at Gunnawarra,5.21,rising,2:00 pm Mon 16/02/26
Herbert River at Gleneagle,5.68,rising,2:00 pm Mon 16/02/26
Blencoe Creek at Blencoe Falls,4.02,falling,2:00 pm Mon 16/02/26
Herbert River at Nash's Crossing,3.85,falling,2:40 pm Mon 16/02/26
Herbert River at Zattas,3.30,falling,2:44 pm Mon 16/02/26
Herbert River at Abergowrie,5.14,rising,2:15 pm Mon 16/02/26
Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge,5.07,rising,2:41 pm Mon 16/02/26
Stone River at Peacock Siding,1.65,rising,1:56 pm Mon 16/02/26
Herbert River at Trebonne,4.20,rising,2:44 pm Mon 16/02/26
Herbert River at Ingham Pump Station,3.49,rising,2:32 pm Mon 16/02/26
Herbert River at Gairloch,3.29,rising,2:40 pm Mon 16/02/26
Herbert River at Halifax,1.11,falling,2:38 pm Mon 16/02/26
Lucinda Offshore Tide,1.37,falling,2:39 pm Mon 16/02/26

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 Bohle River
Issued at 11:27 AM AEST on Monday 16 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 2

RIVER LEVELS ARE EASING AT MT BOHLE
A peak just below the minor flood level was observed during Monday morning at Mt Bohle.
Further showers are storms are forecast over the next few days, which may lead to renewed river level rises and flooding across the catchment. This situation is being closely monitored, and a warning will be issued as required.

Bohle River:
River levels are easing along the Bohle River at Mt Bohle.
The Bohle River at Mt Bohle peaked at 3.98 m around 9:42 am Monday 16 February, just below the minor flood level ( 4.00m). The river is currently at 3.88 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Bohle River at Mt Bohle is likely to remain below the minor flood level (4.00 m).

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:
Black River upstream Bruce Highway,1.96,falling,11:05 am Mon 16/02/26
Bluewater Creek at Bluewater,1.76,falling,10:15 am Mon 16/02/26
Cape Ferguson Tide,2.69,falling,11:06 am Mon 16/02/26
Ross River at Ross River Dam,38.63,steady,10:48 am Mon 16/02/26
Ross River at Black Weir (Riverway),0.25,steady,9:20 am Mon 16/02/26
Ross River at Aplin Weir,0.46,steady,11:14 am Mon 16/02/26
Ross River at Rooney's Bridge,1.20,falling,11:14 am Mon 16/02/26
Townsville Tide,2.82,falling,11:07 am Mon 16/02/26
Little Bohle River at Gumlow Road,-0.16,falling,11:07 am Mon 16/02/26
Bohle River at Dalrymple Road,7.54,falling,11:03 am Mon 16/02/26
Bohle River at Mt Bohle,3.93,falling,10:44 am Mon 16/02/26

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.