Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Australia

Flood Watch For Parts Of The Cape York Peninsula And North Tropical Coast
Issued at 12:18 PM AEST on Sunday 22 March 2026
Flood Watch Number: 21
FURTHER MINOR TO MODERATE RIVERINE FLOODING POSSIBLE FROM SUNDAY ACROSS NORTH TROPICAL COAST
WIDESPREAD FLOODING EXPECTED TO BE OCCURRING ACROSS PARTS OF THE CAPE YORK PENINSULA

Catchments likely to be affected include:
Jacky Jacky Creek
Olive and Pascoe Rivers
Lockhart River
Stewart River
Normanby River
Jeannie River
Endeavour River
Daintree River
Barron River
Mulgrave and Russell Rivers
Johnstone River
Murray River
Staaten River
Mitchell River
Coleman and Edward Rivers
Holroyd and Kendall Rivers
Archer and Coen Rivers
Watson River
Embley and Mission Rivers
Wenlock River
Ducie, Jackson and Skardon Rivers
Jardine River

Flood Warnings are current for the following catchment(s): Daintree, Mossman, Tully and Herbert
Flooding is no longer expected in the following catchment(s): Staaten and Mitchell

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts
For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood

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 Flood Watch will be issued by 02:00 PM AEST on Monday 23 March 2026.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

Cancellation of Coastal Hazard Warning

for Peninsula and Gulf Country Forecast Districts.

Issued at 11:10 am Sunday, 22 March 2026.



Weather Situation
Elevated sea levels and waves reducing as Ex-Tropical Cyclone Narelle has crossed the eastern Gulf coast.
cancellation of coastal hazard warning for the following areas:
Peninsula and Gulf Country
This warning is now cancelled.


Emergency services advise people to:
* Talk to lifesavers or lifeguards about the conditions before entering the water.
* Beware of coastal erosion and stand clear of high sand cliffs or sudden drop offs as they may be unstable.
* Keep children within arm's reach while in the water.
* Know your limitations when swimming and only swim at patrolled beaches during patrolled times.
* For storm help, call the SES on 132 500 or download the free SES Assistance QLD app.

No further warnings will be issued for this event.
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

Cancellation of Coastal Hazard Warning

for Peninsula and Gulf Country Forecast Districts.

Issued at 11:10 am Sunday, 22 March 2026.



Weather Situation
Elevated sea levels and waves reducing as Ex-Tropical Cyclone Narelle has crossed the eastern Gulf coast.
cancellation of coastal hazard warning for the following areas:
Peninsula and Gulf Country
This warning is now cancelled.


Emergency services advise people to:
* Talk to lifesavers or lifeguards about the conditions before entering the water.
* Beware of coastal erosion and stand clear of high sand cliffs or sudden drop offs as they may be unstable.
* Keep children within arm's reach while in the water.
* Know your limitations when swimming and only swim at patrolled beaches during patrolled times.
* For storm help, call the SES on 132 500 or download the free SES Assistance QLD app.

No further warnings will be issued for this event.
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.