Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall

for parts of Peninsula, Gulf Country, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders Forecast Districts.

Issued at 6:40 pm Monday, 2 March 2026.

Isolated heavy rainfall about the southern Peninsula

Weather Situation
A moist and unstable airmass combines with a convergence about the southern Peninsula to produce severe thunderstorms with heavy rainfall this evening.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Peninsula, Gulf Country, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours.
Cancellation for the following areas:
Channel Country

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 9:40 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, Gulf Country, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders Forecast Districts.

Issued at 6:40 pm Monday, 2 March 2026.

Isolated heavy rainfall about the southern Peninsula

Weather Situation
A moist and unstable airmass combines with a convergence about the southern Peninsula to produce severe thunderstorms with heavy rainfall this evening.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Peninsula, Gulf Country, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours.
Cancellation for the following areas:
Channel Country

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 9:40 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

Marine Wind Warning Summary for Queensland

Issued at 03:00 PM EST on Monday 02 March 2026
for the period until midnight EST Tuesday 03 March 2026

Wind Warnings for Monday 02 March
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Townsville Coast
Cancellation for the following areas:
Mackay Coast

Wind Warnings for Tuesday 03 March
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Townsville Coast and Mackay Coast
Cancellation for the following areas:
Cairns Coast

The next marine wind warning summary will be issued by 9:00 pm EST Monday.
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Check the latest Coastal Waters Forecast or Local
Waters Forecast at http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts/map.shtml for information on wind,
wave and weather conditions for these coastal zones.
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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Herbert River
Issued at 02:59 PM AEST on Monday 02 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 5

MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT HALIFAX
MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT INGHAM AND POSSIBLE AT GAIRLOCH FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT ABERGOWRIE BRIDGE
Heavy rainfall overnight Sunday into Monday has resulted in rapid river level rises across the lower Herbert River catchment, with the highest totals recorded around Abergowrie. Moderate flooding has eased at Abergowrie Bridge and is occurring at Ingham. Moderate flooding is possible at Gairloch this afternoon. Major flooding is occurring at Halifax. Minor flooding is also possible in the upper catchment at Gleneagle this evening.
Further showers and storms are forecast for the remainder of Monday, which may lead to further river level rises. The situation is being closely monitored and this warning will be updated as required.

Herbert River to Nash's Crossing:
Minor flooding is possible 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 below the minor flood level and steady.
The Herbert River at Gleneagle Homestead may reach around the minor flood level (4.50 m) Monday evening.

Herbert River downstream of Nash's Crossing:
Minor to major flooding is occurring along the Herbert River downstream of Nash's Crossing.
The Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge is currently at 9.87 m and falling, below the moderate flood level.
The Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge may remain above the minor flood level (6.00 m) for the remainder of Monday into Tuesday. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

The Herbert River at Ingham Pump Station is currently at 11.14 m and rising, with moderate flooding.
The Herbert River at Ingham Pump Station is likely to peak near 11.30 m Monday afternoon, with moderate flooding. The river may remain above the moderate flood level (11.00 m) during Monday. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

The Herbert River at Gairloch is currently at 10.44 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Herbert River at Gairloch may exceed the moderate flood level (10.50 m) Monday afternoon. The river may peak near 10.70 m Monday evening, with moderate flooding.

The Herbert River at Halifax is currently at 5.16 m and rising, with major flooding.
The Herbert River at Halifax may peak near 5.30 m Monday evening, with major flooding.

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 03 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Wild River at Silver Valley,2.08,steady,2:00 pm Mon 02/03/26
Rudd Creek at Gunnawarra,4.68,rising,2:00 pm Mon 02/03/26
Herbert River at Gleneagle,3.51,rising,2:00 pm Mon 02/03/26
Blencoe Creek at Blencoe Falls,3.12,steady,2:00 pm Mon 02/03/26
Herbert River at Nash's Crossing,2.55,steady,1:52 pm Mon 02/03/26
Herbert River at Zattas,3.25,falling,11:55 am Mon 02/03/26
Herbert River at Abergowrie,7.98,steady,2:20 pm Mon 02/03/26
Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge,9.82,falling,2:40 pm Mon 02/03/26
Stone River at Peacock Siding,5.60,falling,2:43 pm Mon 02/03/26
Herbert River at Trebonne,10.90,rising,2:44 pm Mon 02/03/26
Herbert River at Ingham Pump Station,11.14,rising,2:39 pm Mon 02/03/26
Herbert River at Gairloch,10.44,rising,2:35 pm Mon 02/03/26
Herbert River at Halifax,5.16,rising,2:37 pm Mon 02/03/26
Lucinda Offshore Tide,1.24,falling,2:34 pm Mon 02/03/26

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

Final Flood Warning For The Suttor River
Issued at 10:25 AM AEST on Sunday 01 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 18

FLOODING NO LONGER OCCURRING AT ST ANNS
Following a minor flood peak on Tuesday, river levels fell below the minor flood level along the Suttor River at St Anns during Saturday night.
Showers and storms are forecast across the catchment for the remainder of Sunday but are not expected to cause significant renewed rises in river levels.

Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Flooding is no longer occurring along the Suttor River at St Anns.
The Suttor River at St Anns is currently at 3.76 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Suttor River at St Anns is likely to remain below the minor flood level (4.00 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:
This is a final warning. No further warnings will be issued for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Burdekin River at Mt Fullstop,3.56,steady,9:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Paluma Dam,0.08,steady,8:40 am Sun 01/03/26
Star River at Laroona,2.19,steady,9:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Burdekin River at Gainsford,4.06,falling,9:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Keelbottom Creek at Keelbottom,1.47,steady,9:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Burdekin River at Sellheim,4.00,steady,10:10 am Sun 01/03/26
Alpha Creek at Rivington,0.12,steady,9:56 am Sun 01/03/26
Belyando River at Belyando Crossing,5.18,steady,9:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Suttor River at St Anns,3.76,falling,9:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Cape River at Pentland,2.21,steady,9:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Cape River at Taemas,3.31,steady,7:27 am Sun 01/03/26
Burdekin Dam,2.40,steady,8:55 am Sun 01/03/26
Bowen River at Myuna,1.54,steady,9:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Burdekin River at Dalbeg,8.18,falling,9:40 am Sun 01/03/26
Bogie River at Strathbogie,1.62,steady,7:48 am Sun 01/03/26
Burdekin River at Millaroo,8.40,falling,9:27 am Sun 01/03/26
Burdekin River at Clare,7.90,falling,9:09 am Sun 01/03/26
Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge,6.05,falling,9:39 am Sun 01/03/26
Burdekin River at Rita Island,-1.15,falling,9:35 am Sun 01/03/26
Burdekin River at Groper Creek,1.94,falling,10:10 am Sun 01/03/26

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.