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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall

for parts of North Tropical Coast and Tablelands Forecast District.

Issued at 10:50 am Sunday, 15 March 2026.

Intense rainfall has eased, heavy rainfall risk continuing between Port Douglas and Wujal Wujal.

Weather Situation
A surge of east to southeasterly winds is directing showers and thunderstorms with heavy rainfall onto the North Tropical Coast this morning.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
North Tropical Coast and Tablelands
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 Port Douglas, Wujal Wujal, Daintree Village, Mossman and Julatten.
222 mm was recorded at Rex Creek Intake in the 6 hours to 8:00 am.
231 mm was recorded at Yandill in the 6 hours to 8:45 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 1:50 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 North Tropical Coast and Tablelands Forecast District.

Issued at 10:50 am Sunday, 15 March 2026.

Intense rainfall has eased, heavy rainfall risk continuing between Port Douglas and Wujal Wujal.

Weather Situation
A surge of east to southeasterly winds is directing showers and thunderstorms with heavy rainfall onto the North Tropical Coast this morning.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
North Tropical Coast and Tablelands
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 Port Douglas, Wujal Wujal, Daintree Village, Mossman and Julatten.
222 mm was recorded at Rex Creek Intake in the 6 hours to 8:00 am.
231 mm was recorded at Yandill in the 6 hours to 8:45 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 1:50 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

Minor Flood Warning For The Herbert River
Issued at 09:35 AM AEST on Sunday 15 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 11

MINOR FLOODING EASING AT GLENEAGLE
Rainfall over the Herbert River catchment in the last week resulted in creek and river level rises. Minor flooding is easing along the Herbert River at Gleneagle Homestead.

Herbert River to Nash's Crossing:
Minor flooding is easing 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, it is estimated that the river level at Gleneagle Homestead is currently around the minor flood level and falling.
The Herbert River at Gleneagle Homestead may fall below the minor flood level (4.50 m) overnight Sunday into Monday.

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 Monday 16 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Wild River at Silver Valley,2.72,rising,8:30 am Sun 15/03/26
Rudd Creek at Gunnawarra,5.51,steady,9:00 am Sun 15/03/26
Herbert River at Gleneagle,3.91,steady,9:00 am Sun 15/03/26
Blencoe Creek at Blencoe Falls,2.78,steady,9:00 am Sun 15/03/26
Herbert River at Nash's Crossing,2.70,steady,8:58 am Sun 15/03/26
Herbert River at Abergowrie,4.15,steady,9:00 am Sun 15/03/26
Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge,4.27,falling,8:46 am Sun 15/03/26
Stone River at Peacock Siding,1.30,steady,9:22 am Sun 15/03/26
Herbert River at Trebonne,4.70,steady,8:36 am Sun 15/03/26
Herbert River at Ingham Pump Station,4.39,steady,7:12 am Sun 15/03/26
Herbert River at Gairloch,4.29,steady,8:45 am Sun 15/03/26
Herbert River at Halifax,2.16,steady,9:29 am Sun 15/03/26
Lucinda Offshore Tide,3.06,falling,9:09 am Sun 15/03/26

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 Mulgrave River And Flood Warning For The Russell River
Issued at 08:58 AM AEST on Sunday 15 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 4

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT PEETS BRIDGE AND GORDONVALE
Heavy rainfall since Saturday evening has caused rapid river level rises across the Mulgrave River catchment. The Mulgrave River at Peets Bridge peaked above the minor flood level early Sunday morning, with river levels now easing. At Gordonvale, river level is likely to peak late Sunday morning, with minor flooding.
River levels are elevated along the Russell River with minor flooding occurring at Bucklands and near minor at Clyde Rd.
Further showers and possible thunderstorms are forecast for the remainder of Sunday which may cause renewed river level rises. The situation is being monitored and this warning will be updated as required.

Mulgrave River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Mulgrave River.
The Mulgrave River at Peets Bridge peaked at 6.80 m around 05:20 am Sunday, with minor flooding. The Mulgrave River at Peets Bridge is currently at 6.71 m and falling, with minor flooding.
The Mulgrave River at Peets Bridge may fall below the minor flood level (5.00 m) Sunday afternoon.

The Mulgrave River at Gordonvale is currently at 13.10 m and steady, above the minor flood level (12.00 m).
The Mulgrave River at Gordonvale may peak near 13.30 m around late Sunday morning, with minor flooding.

Russell River:
River levels are elevated along the Russell River, with minor flooding occurring at Bucklands and near minor at Clyde Rd. Further river level rises are possible with forecast rainfall.

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 Monday 16 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mulgrave River at The Fisheries,3.15,falling,8:41 am Sun 15/03/26
Mulgrave River at Peets Bridge,5.82,falling,8:20 am Sun 15/03/26
Mulgrave River at Gordonvale,13.00,rising,8:36 am Sun 15/03/26
Russell River at Bucklands,6.28,steady,8:15 am Sun 15/03/26
Babinda Creek at The Boulders,1.90,falling,8:15 am Sun 15/03/26
Russell River at Clyde Rd,0.42,rising,8:32 am Sun 15/03/26

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

Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Barron River
Issued at 08:10 AM AEST on Sunday 15 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 1

MINOR FLOODING LIKELY AT KAMERUNGA BRIDGE EARLY SUNDAY AFTERNOON
Moderate to heavy rainfall in the Barron River catchment since Friday has caused creek and river level rises. Minor flooding is likely at Kamerunga Bridge during early Sunday afternoon.
Further showers are forecast for the next few days. The situation is being monitored and warnings will be updated as required.

Barron River downstream of Barron Falls:
Minor flooding is occurring at Mareeba, Bilwon and Myola. Minor flooding is likely along the Barron River downstream of Barron Falls.
The Barron River at Kamerunga Bridge is currently at 4.11 m AHD and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Barron River at Kamerunga Bridge is likely to reach around the minor flood level (5.00 m AHD) early Sunday afternoon.

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 03:00 PM AEST on Sunday 15 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Barron River at Tinaroo Dam (HW),0.56,steady,6:00 am Sun 15/03/26
Barron River at Mareeba,5.17,rising,7:10 am Sun 15/03/26
Barron River at Bilwon,5.99,rising,7:20 am Sun 15/03/26
Flaggy Creek,2.92,steady,7:00 am Sun 15/03/26
Barron River at Myola,5.08,rising,7:20 am Sun 15/03/26
Barron River at Kamerunga Bridge,4.11,rising,7:53 am Sun 15/03/26
Freshwater Creek at Copperlode Dam (HG),1.18,steady,6:47 am Sun 15/03/26
Barron River at Cairns Airport,1.71,rising,7:46 am Sun 15/03/26
Cairns Harbour Tide,3.04,rising,7:36 am Sun 15/03/26

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 Daintree River And Flood Warning For The Bloomfield And Mossman Rivers
Issued at 08:07 AM AEST on Sunday 15 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 3

MODERATE FLOODING LIKELY AT DAINTREE VILLAGE
ELEVATED RIVER LEVELS OCCURRING ALONG THE BLOOMFIELD AND MOSSMAN RIVERS
Moderate to heavy rainfall in the Daintree River catchment since Friday has caused river level rises and minor flooding at Daintree Village early Sunday morning. The river level at Daintree Village is likely to exceed the moderate flood level Sunday morning. River level rises are being observed at China Camp along the Bloomfield River.
Showers and thunderstorms are possible for the remainder of Sunday, which may cause further river level rises. The situation is being monitored and this warning will be updated as required.
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning for parts of North Tropical Coast and Tablelands Forecast District is current.

Daintree River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Daintree River at Daintree Village. River levels are elevated along the Bloomfield River, further rises and flooding possible with continued rain.
The Daintree River at Daintree Village is currently at 5.75 m and rising, above the minor flood level (4.00 m).
The Daintree River at Daintree Village is likely to exceed the moderate flood level (6.00 m) Sunday morning. Further rises are possible.

Mossman River:
River levels rises are occurring along the Mossman River, further rises possible with continued 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 03:00 PM AEST on Sunday 15 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Daintree River at Bairds,8.62,rising,7:00 am Sun 15/03/26
Daintree River at Daintree Village,5.65,rising,7:51 am Sun 15/03/26
Mossman River at Mossman,7.53,rising,7:15 am Sun 15/03/26
Mossman Tide,2.76,rising,7:40 am Sun 15/03/26

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

Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Tully River
Issued at 02:48 PM AEST on Saturday 14 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 1

MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT EURAMO SUNDAY MORNING
Moderate to heavy rainfall since Friday afternoon has caused river level rises across the Tully catchment. Further rainfall is forecast for the remainder of Saturday into Sunday. Minor flooding is possible along the Tully River at Euramo from Sunday morning.

Tully River:
Minor flooding is possible along the Tully River at Euramo.
The Tully River at Euramo is currently at 3.45 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
With forecast rainfall, the Tully River at Euramo may exceed the minor flood level (6.00 m) from Sunday morning. The river may reach around 7.00 m Sunday afternoon, with minor flooding. Further rises are possible if heavy rainfall persists.

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 15 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Tully River at Tully Gorge,1.20,falling,1:00 pm Sat 14/03/26
Tully River at Euramo,3.45,rising,2:10 pm Sat 14/03/26
Clump Point Tide,1.44,rising,2:40 pm Sat 14/03/26
Cardwell Tide,1.54,rising,2:34 pm Sat 14/03/26
Murray River at Upper Murray,3.25,steady,1:42 pm Sat 14/03/26

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 Suttor River
Issued at 01:11 PM AEST on Saturday 14 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 7

MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT ST ANNS AROUND MONDAY
Moderate to heavy rainfall earlier this week over parts of the Belyando and Suttor River catchments caused river level rises in the upper catchment. Minor flooding is possible along the Suttor River at St Anns from Monday, 16 March as upstream flows arrive.

Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Minor flooding is possible along the Suttor River.
The Suttor River at St Anns is currently at 2.25 m and rising slowly, below the minor flood level.
The Suttor River at St Anns may exceed the minor flood level (4.00 m) during Monday 16 March. 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 12:00 PM AEST on Monday 16 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Burdekin River at Mt Fullstop,4.03,steady,12:00 pm Sat 14/03/26
Paluma Dam,0.08,steady,11:40 am Sat 14/03/26
Star River at Laroona,2.26,steady,12:00 pm Sat 14/03/26
Burdekin River at Gainsford,4.02,steady,12:00 pm Sat 14/03/26
Keelbottom Creek at Keelbottom,1.42,steady,12:00 pm Sat 14/03/26
Burdekin River at Sellheim,3.40,falling,9:26 am Sat 14/03/26
Alpha Creek at Rivington,1.02,steady,12:58 pm Sat 14/03/26
Belyando River at Albro Station,7.40,steady,8:25 am Sat 14/03/26
Belyando River at Belyando Crossing,5.31,steady,12:00 pm Sat 14/03/26
Suttor River at St Anns,2.25,rising,12:00 pm Sat 14/03/26
Cape River at Pentland,2.02,steady,12:00 pm Sat 14/03/26
Cape River at Taemas,2.41,falling,11:45 am Sat 14/03/26
Burdekin Dam,1.10,steady,12:00 pm Sat 14/03/26
Bowen River at Myuna,1.79,steady,12:00 pm Sat 14/03/26
Burdekin River at Dalbeg,4.83,steady,12:39 pm Sat 14/03/26
Bogie River at Strathbogie,1.87,steady,10:47 am Sat 14/03/26
Burdekin River at Millaroo,5.35,steady,12:27 pm Sat 14/03/26
Burdekin River at Clare,4.95,steady,11:34 am Sat 14/03/26
Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge,4.05,steady,11:34 am Sat 14/03/26
Burdekin River at Rita Island,-3.40,steady,11:32 am Sat 14/03/26
Burdekin River at Groper Creek,0.14,falling,12:54 pm Sat 14/03/26

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.