Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall

for parts of Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders and Herbert and Lower Burdekin Forecast Districts.

Issued at 11:01 am Friday, 20 February 2026.

Isolated areas of heavy rainfall possible.

Weather Situation
Highly moist environment and a trough bring a risk of heavy rain to isolated areas of north Queensland.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders and Herbert and Lower Burdekin
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 Greenvale.
83 mm was recorded at Blue Range in the 3 hours to 10:00 am.
79 mm was recorded at Clarke River in the 3 hours to 10:15 am.

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 2:05 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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall

for parts of Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders and Herbert and Lower Burdekin Forecast Districts.

Issued at 11:01 am Friday, 20 February 2026.

Isolated areas of heavy rainfall possible.

Weather Situation
Highly moist environment and a trough bring a risk of heavy rain to isolated areas of north Queensland.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders and Herbert and Lower Burdekin
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 Greenvale.
83 mm was recorded at Blue Range in the 3 hours to 10:00 am.
79 mm was recorded at Clarke River in the 3 hours to 10:15 am.

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 2:05 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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Minor Flood Warning For The Herbert River
Issued at 10:46 AM AEST on Friday 20 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 8

RENEWED MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT GLENEAGLE HOMESTEAD AND ABERGOWRIE BRIDGE DURING FRIDAY
Rainfall earlier this week resulted in minor flooding at Gleneagle Homestead and Abergowrie Bridge, which has now eased. Further rainfall early Friday morning is resulting in renewed river level rises, with minor flooding possible at Gleneagle Homestead and Abergowrie Bridge from late Friday morning.
Further showers and thunderstorms are forecast across the catchment during the next few days, which may lead to additional river level rises across the catchment. The situation is being monitored, and this warning will be updated as required.

Herbert River to Nash's Crossing:
Minor flooding is possible 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 below the minor flood level and rising.
The Herbert River at Gleneagle Homestead may reach around the minor flood level (4.50 m) Friday morning. The river may remain around the minor flood level (4.50 m) into Saturday.

Herbert River downstream of Nash's Crossing:
Minor flooding is possible along the Herbert River downstream of Nash's Crossing.
The Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge is currently at 5.52 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge may reach around the minor flood level (6.00 m) Friday morning. The river may remain around the minor flood level (6.00 m) into Saturday.

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 Saturday 21 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Wild River at Silver Valley,2.27,steady,10:00 am Fri 20/02/26
Rudd Creek at Gunnawarra,5.18,steady,10:00 am Fri 20/02/26
Herbert River at Gleneagle,4.36,rising,10:00 am Fri 20/02/26
Blencoe Creek at Blencoe Falls,3.25,steady,10:00 am Fri 20/02/26
Herbert River at Nash's Crossing,3.05,falling,10:44 am Fri 20/02/26
Herbert River at Zattas,3.20,rising,10:39 am Fri 20/02/26
Herbert River at Abergowrie,5.02,falling,10:15 am Fri 20/02/26
Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge,5.52,steady,10:31 am Fri 20/02/26
Stone River at Peacock Siding,3.10,rising,10:38 am Fri 20/02/26
Herbert River at Trebonne,5.95,rising,10:39 am Fri 20/02/26
Herbert River at Ingham Pump Station,5.89,steady,10:40 am Fri 20/02/26
Herbert River at Gairloch,5.69,rising,10:15 am Fri 20/02/26
Herbert River at Halifax,2.86,steady,8:37 am Fri 20/02/26
Lucinda Offshore Tide,3.14,rising,9:39 am Fri 20/02/26

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

Moderate Flood Warning For The Bohle River And Flood Warning For The Black River
Issued at 10:27 AM AEST on Friday 20 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 2

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT MT BOHLE FROM EARLY FRIDAY AFTERNOON
Rainfall early Friday morning has resulted in rapid river level rises across the Bohle and Black River catchments. Minor flooding is occurring at Mt Bohle, with rises to around the moderate flood level possible from early Friday afternoon.
Showers and thunderstorms are forecast to continue over the next few days, which may lead to further river level rises and flooding across the catchments. This warning will be updated as required.

Bohle River:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Bohle River at Mt Bohle.
The Bohle River at Mt Bohle is currently at 4.83 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Bohle River at Mt Bohle may reach around the moderate flood level (5.50 m) from early Friday afternoon. Higher levels are possible with further heavy rainfall.

Black River and Bluewater Creek:
Elevated river levels are occurring along the Black 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 04:00 PM AEST on Friday 20 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Black River upstream Bruce Highway,4.21,rising,9:58 am Fri 20/02/26
Bluewater Creek at Bluewater,1.62,rising,9:20 am Fri 20/02/26
Cape Ferguson Tide,3.05,rising,9:36 am Fri 20/02/26
Ross River at Ross River Dam,38.95,rising,10:14 am Fri 20/02/26
Ross River at Black Weir (Riverway),0.60,steady,9:20 am Fri 20/02/26
Ross River at Aplin Weir,0.91,falling,9:49 am Fri 20/02/26
Ross River at Rooney's Bridge,1.70,rising,10:10 am Fri 20/02/26
Townsville Tide,3.21,rising,9:37 am Fri 20/02/26
Little Bohle River at Gumlow Road,2.44,rising,10:01 am Fri 20/02/26
Bohle River at Dalrymple Road,8.54,rising,10:13 am Fri 20/02/26
Bohle River at Mt Bohle,4.83,rising,10:09 am Fri 20/02/26

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

Initial Moderate Flood Warning For The Haughton River Catchment
Issued at 09:53 AM AEST on Friday 20 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 1

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT GIRU FRIDAY AFTERNOON
Heavy rainfall early Friday morning has resulted in river level rises across the Haughton River catchment. Minor flooding is likely from late Friday morning, with rises to the moderate level possible from Friday afternoon.
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.

Haughton River:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Haughton River.
The Haughton River at Giru is currently at 0.98 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Haughton River at Giru is likely to exceed the minor flood level (1.80 m) Friday morning. The river may reach around the moderate flood level (2.10 m) Friday 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 05:00 PM AEST on Friday 20 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Haughton River at Mt Piccaninny,1.40,rising,9:35 am Fri 20/02/26
Major Creek upstream Haughton River,3.62,rising,9:00 am Fri 20/02/26
Haughton River at Powerline,2.75,rising,9:35 am Fri 20/02/26
Haughton River at Giru,0.98,steady,7:59 am Fri 20/02/26

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

Moderate Flood Warning For The Cape River And Minor Flood Warning For The Suttor River
Issued at 09:50 AM AEST on Friday 20 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 6

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT TAEMAS FROM FRIDAY AFTERNOON
MINOR FLOODING LIKELY AT ST ANNS FROM OVERNIGHT FRIDAY INTO SATURDAY
Moderate to heavy rainfall during last few days has caused river level rises along the Cape, Belyando and Suttor Rivers. Minor flooding is occurring at Taemas with moderate flooding possible from Friday afternoon. Minor flooding is likely at St Anns from overnight Friday into Saturday. Further rises are possible.
Further showers and thunderstorms are forecast across the catchment over the next few days, which may cause additional river level rises across the Burdekin River catchment. The situation is being monitored, and this warning will be updated as required.

Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Minor flooding is likely at St Anns.
The Suttor River at St Anns is currently at 3.53 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Suttor River at St Anns is likely to exceed the minor flood level (4.00 m) overnight Friday into Saturday. Further rises are possible.

Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Moderate flooding is possible at Taemas.
The Cape River at Taemas is currently at 5.86 m and falling, with minor flooding.
The Cape River at Taemas may reach around the moderate flood level (7.00 m) Friday afternoon. 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 04:00 PM AEST on Friday 20 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cape River at Pentland,4.38,rising,9:20 am Fri 20/02/26
Cape River at Taemas,5.86,falling,7:27 am Fri 20/02/26
Burdekin Dam,2.07,steady,9:00 am Fri 20/02/26

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.