Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

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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

Moderate Flood Warning For The Flinders River And Final Flood Warning For The Cloncurry River
Issued at 03:03 PM AEST on Monday 16 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 6

MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT RICHMOND POST OFFICE
RIVER LEVELS ARE EASING AT CLONCURRY
Recent moderate rainfall over the upper Flinders catchment has caused river level rises in the upper Flinders River. Further showers and storms are forecast over the next few days, which is likely to cause further river level rises across the catchment.
Moderate flooding is estimated to be occurring along the Flinders River at Richmond Post Office, with further rises likely during the remainder of Monday and into Tuesday. The Cloncurry River at Cloncurry is now easing following a below minor peak Monday morning.

Flinders River to Richmond:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Flinders River to Richmond.
No observations are currently available for the Flinders River at Richmond Post Office. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level is estimated to be above the moderate flood level and rising.
The Flinders River at Richmond Post Office may reach around 7.70 m from overnight Monday into Tuesday, with moderate flooding. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Cloncurry River:
River levels are easing along the Cloncurry River at Cloncurry.
The Cloncurry River at Cloncurry is currently at 2.16 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Cloncurry River at Cloncurry is likely to remain below the minor flood level (3.00 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:
The next warning will be issued by 11:00 AM AEST on Tuesday 17 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Flinders River at Glendower Crossing,1.44,rising,2:00 pm Mon 16/02/26
Porcupine Creek at Mt Emu Plains,2.15,steady,2:00 pm Mon 16/02/26
Flinders River at Punchbowl,4.04,rising,2:00 pm Mon 16/02/26
Flinders River at Etta Plains,1.74,steady,2:00 pm Mon 16/02/26
Julia Creek,1.53,steady,2:00 pm Mon 16/02/26
Gilliat River at Wills Development Road,5.27,rising,2:00 pm Mon 16/02/26
Cloncurry River at Cloncurry,2.16,falling,2:00 pm Mon 16/02/26
Cloncurry River at Canobie,3.58,rising,2:00 pm Mon 16/02/26
Flinders River at Walkers Bend,1.61,steady,2:00 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
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

Moderate Flood Warning For The Barcoo River And Minor Flood Warning For The Thomson River And Cooper Creek
Issued at 01:43 PM AEST on Monday 16 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 44

MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT RETREAT
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT BLACKALL, AND POSSIBLE AT CAMOOLA PARK AND WINDORAH
Renewed moderate flooding is occurring along the Barcoo River at Retreat as a flood peak in the lower Barcoo River arrives. Further downstream, minor flooding is possible along the Cooper Creek at Windorah from mid-week as upstream flows arrive.
In the upper Barcoo River, moderate to heavy rainfall over the weekend has caused river level rises upstream of Isisford. Minor flooding is likely occurring along the Barcoo River at Blackall.
Rainfall and showers are possible over parts of the catchment over the next few days. This warning will be updated as required.

Thomson River:
Minor flooding is possible along the Thomson River
No observations are currently available for the Thomson River at Camoola Park.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park may exceed the minor flood level (2.00 m) during Wednesday.

Barcoo River to Isisford:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Barcoo River upstream of Isisford.
No observations are currently available for the Barcoo River at Blackall. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river is expected to be above the minor flood level and rising.
The Barcoo River at Blackall may peak near 2.70 m Monday afternoon, with minor flooding.

Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Barcoo River.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is currently at 5.13 m and rising, with moderate flooding.
The Barcoo River at Retreat may reach around 6.80 m overnight Monday into Tuesday, with moderate flooding. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Cooper Creek:
Renewed minor flooding is likely along the Cooper Creek at Windorah.
No observations are currently available for the Cooper Creek at Windorah.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah may reach around the minor flood level (3.00 m) from Wednesday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

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 Wednesday 18 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,3.53,steady,1:00 pm Mon 16/02/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,2.60,steady,12:00 pm Mon 16/02/26
Thomson River at Longreach,1.75,steady,1:00 pm Mon 16/02/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,2.04,steady,1:14 pm Mon 16/02/26
Thomson River at Jundah,0.90,steady,7:30 am Thu 12/02/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,1.35,steady,11:56 am Mon 16/02/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,4.92,steady,1:00 pm Mon 16/02/26
Barcoo River at Glenlock,4.40,falling,8:45 am Mon 16/02/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,5.45,rising,1:00 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

Moderate Flood Warning For The Western River And Minor Flood Warning For The Diamantina River
Issued at 11:07 AM AEST on Monday 16 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 43

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT WINTON FROM WEDNESDAY
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT BIRDSVILLE FROM TUESDAY
River levels remain elevated along the Diamantina River, where the main flood peak is passing through Roseberth and slowly approaching Birdsville. A flood peak around the minor flood level is possible at Birdsville from Tuesday.
Heavy rainfall has been observed across the eastern part of the Western River catchment during the weekend which has led to rapid river level rises along the upper reaches of the Western River and its tributaries. Moderate flooding may develop at Winton from Wednesday, with river levels upstream at Oondooroo similar to those observed in mid-January, with river levels still rising.
Further downstream, minor flooding is occurring along the Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes.
Areas of showers and rainfall are possible over parts of the catchment for the next few days which may cause further river level rises in some areas. This warning will be updated as required.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is currently at 3.06 m and rising, above the minor flood level (2.00 m) and above the level of the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway (2.10 m).
Western River:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Western River.
No observations are currently available for the Western River at Winton. Based on the observed data at upstream gauges, the river level at Winton is estimated to be below the minor flood level.
The Western River at Winton may reach around the moderate flood level (2.00 m) from Wednesday.

Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
Minor flooding is occurring at Roseberth. Minor flooding is possible at Birdsville.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is currently at 3.75 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station may peak near the minor flood level (4.00 m) from Tuesday.

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 Tuesday 17 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,3.06,rising,10:00 am Mon 16/02/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,3.14,steady,9:00 am Wed 11/02/26
Diamantina River at Roseberth Station,4.64,steady,7:05 am Mon 16/02/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,3.75,steady,9:00 am Mon 16/02/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,3.90,steady,9:55 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.