Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Major Flood Warning For The Cape And Upper Burdekin Rivers And Moderate Flood Warning For The Lower Burdekin And Suttor Rivers
Issued at 10:15 AM EST on Monday 10 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 40
## Reissue to correct the latest reading at Inkerman Bridge ##
RENEWED MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT SELLHEIM (MACROSSAN BRIDGE)
MODERATE FLOODING MAY REACH 11.2 METRES AT INKERMAN BRIDGE OVERNIGHT MONDAY INTO TUESDAY WITH FURTHER RISES POSSIBLE
PROLONGED FLOODING IN LOWER BURDEKIN EXPECTED TO REMAIN ABOVE MODERATE FLOOD LEVELS UNTIL AT LEAST WEDNESDAY
A major flood peak passed Sellheim (Macrossan Bridge) Monday morning. This is causing renewed rises at Burdekin Falls Dam where moderate flooding is expected during Monday and into Tuesday. Moderate flooding is expected to continue downstream of the dam until at least Wednesday. Moderate flooding is expected to continue at Inkerman Bridge with a moderate flood peak. Predictions for the lower Burdekin will be updated once the peak at Burdekin Falls Dam has been observed.
Major and moderate flooding, respectively, are likely to continue during Monday along the Cape River at Taemas and the Suttor River at St Anns.
Further rainfall and the chance of thunderstorms are forecast for the next few days, which are most likely to prolong flooding during this week.
A Severe Weather Warning is current for parts of the Peninsula, Gulf Country, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders 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 6.95 metres and falling, above the moderate flood level (6.50 m).
The Suttor River at St Anns is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (6.50 m) for the remainder of Monday. The river level may fall below the moderate flood level (6.50 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday.
Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Major flooding is occurring along the Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Cape River at Taemas is currently at 9.61 metres and falling, above the major flood level (8.00 m).
The Cape River at Taemas is expected to remain above the major flood level (8.00 m) for the remainder of Monday and into Tuesday.
Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Major flooding is occurring along the Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Burdekin River at Sellheim peaked at 17.77 metres around 03:00 am Monday 10 February and is currently at 17.60 metres and falling, above the major flood level (15.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Sellheim is expected to remain above the major flood level (15.00 m) for the remainder of Monday and into Tuesday.
The Burdekin River at Burdekin Dam is currently at 6.23 metres and steady, above moderate flood level (5.50 m).
Renewed rises are occurring at Burdekin Dam, and may reach around 6.70 metres late Monday, with moderate flooding. The reservoir level is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (5.50 m) until Tuesday.
Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg is currently at 17.48 metres and rising, above the moderate flood level (15.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg may see renewed rises, which may reach around 18.00 metres during late Monday with further rises possible. The river level is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (15.00 m) for the remainder of Monday and Tuesday.
The Burdekin River at Clare is currently at 14.20 metres and steady, above the moderate flood level (13.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Clare may see renewed rises, which may reach around 15.20 metres overnight Monday into Tuesday with further rises possible. The river level is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (15.00 m) for the remainder of Monday and into Tuesday.
The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge was estimated to be approximately 10.70 metres around 9:05 am Monday, above the moderate flood level (10.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge may reach around 11.20 metres overnight Monday into Tuesday. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall. The river level is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (10.00 m) until Wednesday.
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 02:00 pm EST on Monday 10 February 2025.
Latest River Heights:
Burdekin R at Mt Fullstop TM,11.40,Rising,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Running River at Mt Bradley TM,4.10,Falling,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Star R at Laroona TM,8.58,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Paluma Dam Alert,0.23,Steady,05:35 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Gainsford TM,15.49,Rising,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Keelbottom Ck at Keelbottom TM,3.02,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Sellheim Alert,17.60,Falling,09:45 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Sellheim TM,17.72,Falling,09:15 AM MON 10/02/25
Alpha Ck at Rivington Alert,0.52,Steady,10:05 AM MON 10/02/25
Belyando R at Belyando Crossing TM,6.67,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Suttor R at St Anns Alert,6.95,Falling,09:39 AM MON 10/02/25
Suttor R at St Anns TM,6.97,Falling,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Cape R at Pentland TM,2.87,Rising,09:15 AM MON 10/02/25
Cape R at Taemas Alert,9.61,Falling,09:57 AM MON 10/02/25
Cape R at Taemas TM,9.59,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Burdekin Dam Alert,6.23,Steady,09:53 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Burdekin Dam TM,6.29,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Bowen R at Myuna Alert,2.27,Falling,09:45 AM MON 10/02/25
Bowen R at Myuna TM,2.28,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Dalbeg Alert,17.48,Rising,10:06 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Dalbeg TM,17.42,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Bogie R at Strathbogie Alert,1.97,Steady,08:36 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Millaroo Alert,15.20,Falling,10:05 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Clare Alert,14.20,Steady,08:28 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Clare TM,14.16,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Rita Island Alert,2.55,Falling,08:36 AM MON 10/02/25
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.
Forecast
Mackay West (21.1522°S, 149.159°E, 8m AMSL) Mackay West,QLD set as my default location ›
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Mackay West 7 day forecast
Today: Partly cloudy. Medium chance of showers, most likely from late this morning. Winds SE 15 to 20 km/h turning E 15 to 25 km/h during the morning. Daytime maximum temperatures around 30.
Forecast for Mackay West (21.1522°S, 149.159°E, 8m AMSL) Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Summary Minimum 25° 25° 24° 24° 24° 24° 25° Maximum 28° 27° 28° 29° 28° 29° 29° Chance of rain 90% 90% 50% 40% 60% 60% 60% Likely amount 1-5mm 5-10mm 1-5mm < 1mm 1-5mm 1-5mm 1-5mm UV index Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Fire Danger Rating No Rating No Rating No Rating No Rating - - - Frost risk Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm Wind speed 18
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(km/h)Wind direction SE ESE E E SE ESE SSE ESE SE ENE NNW NNE NNW NE Relative humidity 82% 71% 83% 83% 82% 72% 80% 70% 79% 72% 83% 76% 80% 71% Dew point 24°C 22°C 23°C 23°C 23°C 23°C 24°C 23°C 23°C 23°C 24°C 25°C 24°C 24°C First light 5:28am 5:28am 5:29am 5:30am 5:30am 5:31am 5:31am Sunrise 5:51am 5:52am 5:52am 5:53am 5:53am 5:54am 5:54am Sunset 6:44pm 6:44pm 6:43pm 6:43pm 6:42pm 6:42pm 6:41pm Last light 7:08pm 7:07pm 7:06pm 7:06pm 7:05pm 7:04pm 7:04pm -
Sunrise and sunset times
Sunrise / Sunset for Mackay West (21.1522°S, 149.159°E, 8m AMSL) First light Sunrise Sunset Last light Moon rise Moon set Moon phase Full moon Last quarter New moon First quarter 5:28am EST 5:51am EST 6:44pm EST 7:08pm EST 5:14pm EST 3:13am EST Waxing gibbous
Full moon Feb 13 Last quarter Feb 21 New moon Feb 28 First quarter Mar 07 Mackay West sun & moon times
MondayFirst light5:28am
ESTSunrise5:51am
ESTSunset6:44pm
ESTLast light7:08pm
ESTMoon phaseNext OccurrenceMoon riseMon
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3:13am
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Feb 13
Last quarterLast quarter Fri
Feb 21
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Warnings
Weather Warnings
Mon 10:15am UTC Flood warning QLDMon 9:59am UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Moderate Flood Warning For The Connors And Isaac Rivers
Issued at 09:59 AM EST on Monday 10 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 8
MODERATE FLOOD PEAK LIKELY AT YATTON DURING EARLY MONDAY AFTERNOON
Moderate flooding from recent rainfall is continuing along the Connors and Isaac Rivers. No significant rainfall has been observed in the Fitzroy River catchment since 9:00 am Sunday.
No significant rainfall is forecast for the next few days in the Connors and Isaac River catchments.
Connors and Isaac Rivers:
Moderate flooding is continuing along the Connors and Isaac Rivers. Moderate flooding along the Connors River at Pink Lagoon is easing.
The Isaac River at Yatton is currently at 13.41 metres and rising, above the moderate flood level (9.50 m).
The Isaac River at Yatton is likely to peak near 13.60 metres early Monday afternoon. The river level is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (9.50 m) over the next few days.
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 10:30 am EST on Tuesday 11 February 2025.
Latest River Heights:
Nogoa R at Raymond Alert,3.55,Falling,09:10 AM MON 10/02/25
Nogoa R at Craigmore Alert,4.50,Rising,08:35 AM MON 10/02/25
Nogoa R at Craigmore TM,4.49,Rising,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Nogoa R at Fairbairn Dam HW TM,-9.34,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Nogoa R at Emerald Alert,3.26,Steady,08:32 AM MON 10/02/25
Theresa Ck at Gregory Highway Alert,1.76,Falling,09:50 AM MON 10/02/25
Theresa Ck at Gregory Highway TM,1.80,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Arcadia Ck at Arcadia Valley School,0.80,Steady,07:29 AM MON 10/02/25
Comet R at The Lake Alert,1.69,Steady,09:04 AM MON 10/02/25
Comet R at The Lake TM,1.69,Falling,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Comet R at Comet Weir Alert,1.25,Falling,08:10 AM MON 10/02/25
Comet R at Comet Weir TM,1.26,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Mackenzie R at Bedford Weir TW Alert,2.68,Steady,09:30 AM MON 10/02/25
Mackenzie R at Bedford Weir TW TM,2.69,Falling,08:53 AM MON 10/02/25
Mackenzie R at Bingegang Weir HW Alert,5.75,Steady,08:46 AM MON 10/02/25
Connors R at Pink Lagoon TM,11.54,Falling,09:10 AM MON 10/02/25
Isaac R at Fitzroy Develop. Rd Br TM,3.09,Falling,09:35 AM MON 10/02/25
Isaac R at Yatton TM,13.42,Rising,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Mackenzie R at Tartrus TM,7.93,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Dawson R at Utopia Downs TM,1.10,Falling,09:05 AM MON 10/02/25
Dawson R at Tarana Crossing Alert,0.34,Steady,08:35 AM MON 10/02/25
Juandah Ck at Windamere TM,0.35,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Dawson R at Taroom TM,0.77,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Dawson R at Gyranda Weir TM,-0.40,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Dawson R at Theodore Weir TM,5.99,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Dawson R at Moura Weir TM,-0.62,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Mimosa Ck at Karamea Alert,1.41,Steady,08:38 AM MON 10/02/25
Dawson R at Baralaba TW TM,1.59,Steady,08:33 AM MON 10/02/25
Kroombit Ck at Kroombit Dam HW TM,-12.87,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Kroombit Creek at Biloela,0.00,Steady,08:04 AM MON 10/02/25
Callide Ck at Callide Dam HW TM,-15.65,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Callide Creek at Jambin,0.00,Steady,09:29 AM MON 10/02/25
Callide Ck at Goovigen TM,1.07,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Don R at Rannes TM,1.90,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Dawson R at Knebworth TM,2.25,Steady,08:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Fitzroy R at Riverslea TM,14.45,Steady,09:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Port Alma Tide TM,4.98,Steady,09:39 AM MON 10/02/25
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.Sun 1:22pm UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Final Flood Warning For The Don And Proserpine Rivers
Issued at 01:22 PM EST on Sunday 09 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 13
NO FURTHER FLOODING EXPECTED AT BOWEN PUMP STATION
Following a minor flood peak along the Don River at Bowen Pump Station Friday morning, river levels have fallen below the minor flood level. Rainfall and thunderstorms are forecast over the next few days which may cause renewed river and creek level rises across the Don catchment, but no further flooding is expected.
This situation is being closely monitored and warnings will be reissued as required.
Don River:
No further flooding is expected in the Don River.
The Don River at Bowen Pump Station is currently at 1.75 metres and falling, below the minor flood level (2.50 m).
The Don River at Bowen Pump Station is expected to remain below the minor flood level (2.50 m) over the next few days.
Proserpine River:
No further flooding is expected in the Proserpine River.
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:
This is a final warning, no further warnings will be issued for this event.
Latest River Heights:
Don R at Ida Ck TM,1.05,Falling,12:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
Don R at Reeves Alert,1.81,Falling,11:32 AM SUN 09/02/25
Don R at Reeves TM,1.82,Falling,12:10 PM SUN 09/02/25
Don R at Bowen Pump Stn Alert,1.75,Steady,01:09 PM SUN 09/02/25
Bowen Wharf Tide TM,1.57,Falling,01:11 PM SUN 09/02/25
Proserpine R at P Faust Dam HW TM,-2.83,Rising,01:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
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.Sun 9:31am UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland
Final Flood Warning For The Pioneer River
Issued at 09:31 AM EST on Sunday 09 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 4
MINOR FLOODING IS NO LONGER LIKELY AT MACKAY
River levels are generally easing across the Pioneer river catchment after recent significant rainfall.
Further showers and thunderstorms are possible over the next few days, however at this stage, is not expected to cause renewed flooding.
Pioneer River:
No further flooding is expected in the Pioneer River.
River level observations are not available for the Pioneer River at Mirani, however the river level is expected to be below the minor flood level (6.00 m) and falling.
The Pioneer River at Mirani is likely to remain below the minor flood level (6.00 m).
The Pioneer River at Mackay is currently at 6.05 metres and steady with the high tide, below the minor flood level.
A below minor peak is likely in the Pioneer River at Mackay Sunday morning with the high tide. The river level is likely to remain below the minor flood level (6.30 m).
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:
This is a final warning, no further warnings will be issued for this event.
Latest River Heights:
Teemburra Ck at Teemburra Dam HW TM,290.40,Steady,09:00 AM SUN 09/02/25
Blacks Ck at Whitefords TM,2.25,Steady,08:00 AM SUN 09/02/25
Blacks Ck at Whitefords Alert,2.26,Steady,07:07 AM SUN 09/02/25
Pioneer R at Sarichs TM,3.63,Steady,08:23 AM SUN 09/02/25
Finch Hatton Ck at Dam Site TM,1.86,Steady,08:08 AM SUN 09/02/25
Cattle Ck at Finch Hatton Alert,2.10,Steady,06:38 AM SUN 09/02/25
Cattle Ck at Finch Hatton TM,2.08,Steady,08:00 AM SUN 09/02/25
Cattle Ck at Frank Neilsen Br TM,2.64,Steady,08:00 AM SUN 09/02/25
Pioneer R at Mirani Weir HW TM,46.43,Steady,09:00 AM SUN 09/02/25
Pioneer R at Mirani Weir TW Alert,3.13,Steady,07:55 AM SUN 09/02/25
Pioneer R at Mirani Weir TW TM,3.16,Steady,08:10 AM SUN 09/02/25
Pioneer R at Marian Weir Alert,0.80,Steady,08:09 AM SUN 09/02/25
Pioneer R at Dumbleton Rocks Alert,15.10,Steady,09:08 AM SUN 09/02/25
Pioneer R at Dumbleton Rocks TM,15.12,Steady,08:00 AM SUN 09/02/25
Pioneer R at Mackay Alert,6.05,Steady,09:28 AM SUN 09/02/25
Outer Harbour Tide Alert,6.06,Rising,09:29 AM SUN 09/02/25
Outer Harbour Tide TM,6.04,Steady,09:04 AM SUN 09/02/25
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° -
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