Forecast

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, Central Coast and Whitsundays, Central Highlands and Coalfields and Central West Forecast Districts.

Issued at 5:59 pm Thursday, 19 February 2026.

Slow moving thunderstorms could produce heavy rainfall this afternoon for parts of the state.

Weather Situation
A trough and moist airmass is producing thunderstorms across parts of the state this afternoon.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders, Central Coast and Whitsundays, Central Highlands and Coalfields and Central West
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 Mackay, Moranbah, Aberfoyle, Sarina, Pentland and Dysart.
Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Capricornia district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED.
120mm was recorded at Mt Spencer in the 3 hours to 5:22pm
Cancellation for the following areas:
Capricornia

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 9:00 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 Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders, Central Coast and Whitsundays, Central Highlands and Coalfields and Central West Forecast Districts.

Issued at 5:59 pm Thursday, 19 February 2026.

Slow moving thunderstorms could produce heavy rainfall this afternoon for parts of the state.

Weather Situation
A trough and moist airmass is producing thunderstorms across parts of the state this afternoon.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders, Central Coast and Whitsundays, Central Highlands and Coalfields and Central West
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 Mackay, Moranbah, Aberfoyle, Sarina, Pentland and Dysart.
Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Capricornia district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED.
120mm was recorded at Mt Spencer in the 3 hours to 5:22pm
Cancellation for the following areas:
Capricornia

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 9:00 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, Australia

Flood Watch For Parts Of Northern Queensland And The Cape York Peninsula
Issued at 01:37 PM AEST on Thursday 19 February 2026
Flood Watch Number: 11
FLOODING LIKELY TO BECOME MORE WIDESPREAD OVER THE NEXT FEW DAYS

Catchments likely to be affected include:
Mulgrave and Russell Rivers
Tully River
Murray River
Black River
Ross and Bohle Rivers
Haughton River
Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam
Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam
Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam
Pioneer River
Connors, Isaac and Styx Rivers and Plane Creek
Nicholson River
Leichhardt River
Lower Flinders River
Cloncurry River
Gilbert River
Staaten River
Mitchell River
Georgina River and Eyre Creek

Flood warnings are current for numerous catchments across the state.

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 Friday 20 February 2026.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Minor Flood Warning For The Dawson River
Issued at 01:17 PM AEST on Thursday 19 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 6

MINOR FLOODING HAS EASED AT TAROOM
MINOR FLOODING MAY CONTINUE AT BARALABA FOR THE NEXT FEW DAYS
Moderate to heavy rainfall over the last few days across the Dawson River catchment has caused rises in river and creek levels. Along the Upper Dawson River, the flood peak has moved downstream of the Glebe Weir, and minor flooding has eased at Taroom. Further downstream at Baralaba, minor flooding is expected to be occurring.
No significant rainfall has been recorded across the catchment in the past 24 hours.

Dawson River to Theodore:
Minor flooding has eased along the Dawson River to Theodore.
The Dawson River at Taroom is currently at 3.60 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Dawson River at Taroom is expected to remain below the minor flood level (4.50 m).

Dawson River downstream of Theodore:
Minor flooding is expected to be occurring along the Dawson River downstream of Theodore.
No current observations are available for the Dawson River at Baralaba. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level is estimated to be above the minor flood level (4.00 m) and falling.
The Dawson River at Baralaba may remain above the minor flood level (4.00 m) for the next few days. 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 Friday 20 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Dawson River at Utopia Downs,1.86,steady,12:00 pm Thu 19/02/26
Dawson River at Tarana Crossing,1.88,steady,12:10 pm Thu 19/02/26
Juandah Creek at Windamere,0.98,steady,12:00 pm Thu 19/02/26
Dawson River at Taroom,3.56,falling,12:00 pm Thu 19/02/26
Dawson River at Gyranda Weir,0.68,steady,12:00 pm Thu 19/02/26
Dawson River at Theodore Weir,7.05,steady,12:00 pm Thu 19/02/26
Dawson River at Moura Weir,0.56,steady,12:00 pm Thu 19/02/26
Mimosa Creek at Karamea,2.86,falling,1:07 pm Thu 19/02/26
Dawson River at Baralaba TW,4.45,falling,1:00 pm Thu 19/02/26

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

Final Flood Warning For The Pioneer River
Issued at 12:09 PM AEST on Thursday 19 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 3

LOCALISED FLOODING HAS EASED ACROSS THE PIONEER RIVER CATCHMENT
Further moderate to heavy rainfall is forecast for the next few days. Renewed river level rises are possible, and warnings will be issued if required.

Pioneer River:
Minor flooding has eased along Cattle Creek at Finch Hatton and Gargett, and along the Pioneer River at Mirani Township.

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:
This is a final warning. No further warnings will be issued for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Teemburra Dam,0.44,steady,10:00 am Thu 19/02/26
Blacks Creek at Whiteford,2.13,steady,11:00 am Thu 19/02/26
Pioneer River at Sarich,3.09,falling,11:00 am Thu 19/02/26
Finch Hatton Creek at Gorge Road,1.90,steady,11:00 am Thu 19/02/26
Cattle Creek at Finch Hatton,2.05,steady,11:40 am Thu 19/02/26
Cattle Creek at Gargett,2.62,falling,11:00 am Thu 19/02/26
Pioneer River at Mirani Weir HG,46.43,falling,11:00 am Thu 19/02/26
Pioneer River at Marian Weir,0.81,steady,10:34 am Thu 19/02/26
Pioneer River at Marian Weir,1.10,falling,11:37 am Thu 19/02/26
Pioneer River at Dumbleton Rocks,15.16,falling,11:00 am Thu 19/02/26
Pioneer River at Hospital Bridge,6.00,rising,11:56 am Thu 19/02/26
Pioneer River at Mackay,6.00,rising,11:53 am Thu 19/02/26
Outer Harbour Tide,6.34,rising,11:40 am Thu 19/02/26

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

Minor Flood Warning For The Don River
Issued at 11:11 AM AEST on Thursday 19 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 3

RENEWED MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT BOWEN PUMP STATION
Minor flooding has eased along the Don River at Bowen Pump Station after heavy rainfall earlier in the week. Renewed minor flooding is possible from Friday morning with forecast rainfall.

Don River:
Renewed minor flooding is possible along the Don River.
The Don River at Bowen Pump Station peaked at 2.65 m around 11:00 am Wednesday, with minor flooding. The river is currently at 1.85 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Don River at Bowen Pump Station may exceed the minor flood level (2.50 m) Friday morning. 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 12:00 PM AEST on Friday 20 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Don River at Ida Creek,1.25,steady,10:15 am Thu 19/02/26
Don River at Mount Dangar,1.50,steady,10:50 am Thu 19/02/26
Don River at Reeves,2.08,steady,10:03 am Thu 19/02/26
Don River at Bowen Pump Station,1.85,steady,9:46 am Thu 19/02/26
Bowen Tide,3.24,rising,10:41 am Thu 19/02/26
Proserpine River at Peter Faust Dam HG,-0.57,steady,10:00 am Thu 19/02/26

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

Minor Flood Warning For The Cape River
Issued at 09:43 AM AEST on Thursday 19 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 5

MINOR FLOODING TO CONTINUE AT TAEMAS
Moderate to heavy rainfall during last few days has caused river level rises along the Cape River with minor flooding occurring at Taemas.
Further showers and thunderstorms are forecast across the catchment over the next few days, which may cause additional river level rises. The situation is being monitored, and this warning will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch for parts of Northern Queensland and the Cape York Peninsula is current.

Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Minor flooding is occurring at Taemas.
The Cape River at Taemas peaked at 6.76 m around 8:00 am Wednesday, with minor flooding. The river is currently at 6.61 m and falling, with minor flooding.
The Cape River at Taemas is expected to remain above the minor flood level (5.00 m) for the remainder of Thursday and into Friday.

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 Friday 20 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cape River at Pentland,2.25,steady,9:05 am Thu 19/02/26
Cape River at Taemas,6.61,falling,9:00 am Thu 19/02/26
Burdekin Dam,1.91,steady,8:10 am Thu 19/02/26

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.