Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Burdekin River
Issued at 03:49 PM AEST on Saturday 07 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 1

MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT DALBEG, CLARE AND INKERMAN BRIDGE (BURDEKIN BRIDGE) DURING SUNDAY
Heavy rainfall has been recorded across parts of the Lower Burdekin and the Bowen River catchments during Friday and Saturday, with further rainfall forecast for the remainder of the weekend and into next week. River level rises have been observed along the Bowen River and in the Lower Burdekin at Dalbeg, Clare and Inkerman Bridge (Burdekin Bridge), where minor flooding may develop during Sunday.
A Flood Watch is current for most of Queensland.

Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam:
Minor flooding may develop along the lower Burdekin river during Sunday. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg is currently at 6.48 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg may reach around the minor flood level (10.00 m) Sunday morning. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

The Burdekin River at Clare is currently at 8.10 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Clare may reach around the minor flood level (9.00 m) Sunday afternoon. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge (Burdekin Bridge) is currently at 5.95 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge (Burdekin Bridge) may reach around the minor flood level (7.00 m) Sunday evening. 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 02:00 PM AEST on Sunday 08 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Burdekin River at Mt Fullstop,3.76,falling,3:00 pm Sat 07/03/26
Paluma Dam,0.13,steady,11:40 am Sat 07/03/26
Star River at Laroona,5.81,falling,3:00 pm Sat 07/03/26
Burdekin River at Gainsford,4.93,rising,3:00 pm Sat 07/03/26
Keelbottom Creek at Keelbottom,2.51,falling,3:00 pm Sat 07/03/26
Burdekin River at Sellheim,3.80,rising,1:07 pm Sat 07/03/26
Alpha Creek at Rivington,0.07,steady,9:56 am Sat 07/03/26
Belyando River at Belyando Crossing,1.85,steady,3:00 pm Sat 07/03/26
Suttor River at St Anns,1.39,steady,3:00 pm Sat 07/03/26
Cape River at Pentland,2.29,falling,3:00 pm Sat 07/03/26
Cape River at Taemas,2.51,steady,1:27 pm Sat 07/03/26
Burdekin Dam,1.16,steady,3:00 pm Sat 07/03/26
Bowen River at Myuna,2.95,rising,3:00 pm Sat 07/03/26
Burdekin River at Dalbeg,6.48,steady,3:39 pm Sat 07/03/26
Bogie River at Strathbogie,5.42,rising,3:43 pm Sat 07/03/26
Burdekin River at Millaroo,8.50,steady,3:39 pm Sat 07/03/26
Burdekin River at Clare,8.10,rising,2:30 pm Sat 07/03/26
Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge,6.05,rising,3:40 pm Sat 07/03/26
Burdekin River at Rita Island,-1.35,rising,3:42 pm Sat 07/03/26
Burdekin River at Groper Creek,0.54,falling,2:18 pm Sat 07/03/26

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 Herbert River
Issued at 03:18 PM AEST on Saturday 07 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 3

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT GLENEAGLE AND MODERATE POSSIBLE OVERNIGHT SATURDAY INTO SUNDAY
MINOR FLOODING EXPECTED AT ABERGOWRIE BRIDGE OVERNIGHT SATURDAY INTO SUNDAY, AND AT HALIFAX SUNDAY AFTERNOON
Heavy rainfall during Friday and into Saturday in the upper Herbert catchment has resulted in creek and river level rises. Minor flooding estimated to be occurring at Gleneagle where moderate flooding may develop overnight Saturday into Sunday. Minor flooding is expected at Abergowrie Bridge overnight Saturday into Sunday, and at Halifax Sunday afternoon.
Further showers and thunderstorms are possible for the remainder of Saturday and into Sunday, 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:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Herbert River to Nash's Crossing.
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 around the minor flood level and rising.
The Herbert River at Gleneagle Homestead may reach around the moderate flood level (8.50 m) overnight Saturday into Sunday. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

Herbert River downstream of Nash's Crossing:
Minor flooding is expected along the Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge and possible at Halifax.
The Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge is currently at 5.32 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge is expected to reach around the minor flood level (6.00 m) overnight Saturday into Sunday. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

The Herbert River at Halifax is currently at 3.11 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Herbert River at Halifax may reach around the minor flood level (4.00 m) Sunday afternoon. 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 10:00 AM AEST on Sunday 08 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Wild River at Silver Valley,2.98,falling,2:00 pm Sat 07/03/26
Rudd Creek at Gunnawarra,5.45,rising,2:00 pm Sat 07/03/26
Herbert River at Gleneagle,4.94,rising,2:00 pm Sat 07/03/26
Blencoe Creek at Blencoe Falls,3.88,falling,2:00 pm Sat 07/03/26
Herbert River at Nash's Crossing,3.30,steady,3:04 pm Sat 07/03/26
Herbert River at Zattas,2.75,steady,3:05 pm Sat 07/03/26
Herbert River at Abergowrie,4.91,falling,2:05 pm Sat 07/03/26
Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge,5.32,falling,2:54 pm Sat 07/03/26
Stone River at Peacock Siding,2.35,falling,3:14 pm Sat 07/03/26
Herbert River at Trebonne,6.15,steady,2:48 pm Sat 07/03/26
Herbert River at Ingham Pump Station,6.19,falling,2:55 pm Sat 07/03/26
Herbert River at Gairloch,5.99,steady,2:53 pm Sat 07/03/26
Herbert River at Halifax,3.06,steady,2:38 pm Sat 07/03/26
Lucinda Offshore Tide,1.68,falling,2:39 pm Sat 07/03/26

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

Minor Flood Warning For The Tully River
Issued at 09:56 AM AEST on Saturday 07 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 3

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT EURAMO
Moderate to heavy rainfall recorded since Thursday afternoon has resulted in river level rises across the Tully River catchment. Minor flooding is occurring at Euramo, with a minor peak likely during Saturday afternoon.
Further showers and storms are possible over the next few days. This warning will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for most of Queensland.

Tully River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Tully River.
The Tully River at Euramo is currently at 6.05 m and rising, above the minor flood level (6.00 m).
The Tully River at Euramo is likely to peak near 6.30 m Saturday afternoon, with minor flooding.

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 Sunday 08 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Tully River at Tully Gorge,1.94,falling,8:00 am Sat 07/03/26
Tully River at Bolinda Estate,0.55,steady,6:59 am Mon 02/03/26
Tully River at Euramo,6.05,steady,9:43 am Sat 07/03/26
Clump Point Tide,2.30,rising,9:15 am Sat 07/03/26
Cardwell Tide,2.60,rising,9:34 am Sat 07/03/26
Murray River at Upper Murray,3.65,falling,9:35 am Sat 07/03/26

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 Daintree And Mossman Rivers
Issued at 08:44 AM AEST on Saturday 07 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 8

RIVER LEVELS HAVE EASED AND FLOODING IS NO LONGER OCCURRING
River levels and flooding have eased along the Daintree, Mossman, and Bloomfield Rivers after significant rainfall over the last few days.
Showers are possible for the remainder of Saturday. This situation is being closely monitored, and warnings will restart if required.
A Flood Watch is current for most of Queensland.

Daintree River:
River levels are falling and flooding has eased along the Daintree River, and along the Bloomfield River at China Camp.
The Daintree River at Daintree Village is currently at 3.15 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Daintree River at Daintree Village is likely to remain below the minor flood level (4.00 m).

Mossman River:
River levels have eased 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:
This is a final warning. No further warnings will be issued for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Daintree River at Bairds,5.59,falling,8:00 am Sat 07/03/26
Daintree River at Daintree Village,3.15,falling,8:28 am Sat 07/03/26
Mossman River at Mossman,3.92,steady,8:00 am Sat 07/03/26
Mossman Tide,1.71,rising,8:00 am Sat 07/03/26

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.