Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Weather Warning
for Heavy Rainfall

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

Issued at 4:53 am Monday, 10 February 2025.

Heavy rainfall continues across northern Queensland early this week.

Weather Situation
Significant rainfall may continue about northern Queensland until early Wednesday, with a low over the Gulf Country embedded in the monsoon trough, and rich tropical moisture in place. Enhanced rainfall due to widespread showers and isolated embedded thunderstorms is possible early this week, with extremely wet soils and river catchments leading to a higher than normal vulnerability to flash flooding.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Peninsula, Gulf Country, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders and Herbert and Lower Burdekin
For the Gulf Country and Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders:
HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is forecast during Monday and Tuesday. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 120 to 150 mm are possible. Isolated 24-hourly rainfall totals up to 250 mm are possible.
For the North Tropical Coast and Herbert and Lower Burdekin:
Rainfall has redeveloped about the Townsville area during early Monday morning with the potential for stronger showers and thunderstorms to produce localised HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING. Broader areas of HEAVY RAINFALL are then forecast to develop later on Monday and Tuesday. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 120 to 180 mm are possible during Monday, and could increase further on Tuesday. Isolated 24-hourly rainfall totals up to 220 mm are possible.
Rainfall is forecast to ease across the warning area from early Wednesday morning.
Heavy rainfall increases the potential for landslides and debris across roads.
A Flood Watch and various Flood Warnings are current for parts of Queensland. Please refer to http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/warnings for more information.
Locations which may be affected include Townsville, Georgetown, Normanton, Palm Island, Ingham and Croydon.

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 Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 am AEST Monday.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au 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 Weather Warning
for Heavy Rainfall

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

Issued at 4:53 am Monday, 10 February 2025.

Heavy rainfall continues across northern Queensland early this week.

Weather Situation
Significant rainfall may continue about northern Queensland until early Wednesday, with a low over the Gulf Country embedded in the monsoon trough, and rich tropical moisture in place. Enhanced rainfall due to widespread showers and isolated embedded thunderstorms is possible early this week, with extremely wet soils and river catchments leading to a higher than normal vulnerability to flash flooding.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Peninsula, Gulf Country, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders and Herbert and Lower Burdekin
For the Gulf Country and Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders:
HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is forecast during Monday and Tuesday. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 120 to 150 mm are possible. Isolated 24-hourly rainfall totals up to 250 mm are possible.
For the North Tropical Coast and Herbert and Lower Burdekin:
Rainfall has redeveloped about the Townsville area during early Monday morning with the potential for stronger showers and thunderstorms to produce localised HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING. Broader areas of HEAVY RAINFALL are then forecast to develop later on Monday and Tuesday. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 120 to 180 mm are possible during Monday, and could increase further on Tuesday. Isolated 24-hourly rainfall totals up to 220 mm are possible.
Rainfall is forecast to ease across the warning area from early Wednesday morning.
Heavy rainfall increases the potential for landslides and debris across roads.
A Flood Watch and various Flood Warnings are current for parts of Queensland. Please refer to http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/warnings for more information.
Locations which may be affected include Townsville, Georgetown, Normanton, Palm Island, Ingham and Croydon.

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 Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 am AEST Monday.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and emergency services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

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 01:54 AM EST on Monday 10 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 37

RENEWED MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT SELLHEIM (MACROSSAN BRIDGE)
MODERATE FLOODING MAY REACH 11.2 METRES AT INKERMAN BRIDGE MONDAY
PROLONGED FLOOD PEAKS IN LOWER BURDEKIN EXPECTED TO REMAIN ABOVE MODERATE FLOOD LEVELS UNTIL AT LEAST TUESDAY
River level rises are occurring along the upper Burdekin River with renewed major flooding occurring at Sellheim (Macrossan Bridge). Moderate river levels at Burdekin Falls Dam are approaching a prolonged peak with rises into Monday, with moderate flooding expected to continue downstream of the dam until at least Tuesday. River levels at Inkerman Bridge are now likely to remain moderate, with a prolonged moderate peak into later Monday. Predictions for the lower Burdekin will be updated once the peak at Burdekin Falls Dam has been observed.
Major and moderate flood peaks, respectively, are likely to continue into 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 these extended flood peaks during this week, though renewed river level rises cannot be ruled out entirely.
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 7.10 metres and steady, above the moderate flood level (6.50 metres).
The Suttor River at St Anns is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (6.50 m) during Monday.

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 9.66 metres and steady, above the major flood level (8.00 metres).
The Cape River at Taemas may remain around the current level (approximately 9.70 metres) Monday morning, with major flooding.

Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Major flooding is occurring along the Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Burdekin River at Sellheim is currently at 17.70 metres and rising, above the major flood level (15.00 metres).
The Burdekin River at Sellheim may reach around 18.00 metres Monday morning, with major flooding, as the peak from Gainsford arrives. The river level is likely to remain above the major flood level (15.00 m) during Monday, with further rises and higher levels possible as further flows from a second peak observed Sunday morning at Mt Fullstop arrive.

The Burdekin River at Burdekin Dam is currently at 6.08 metres and rising, with moderate flooding.
The Burdekin River at Burdekin Dam is likely to experience renewed rises, and may reach around 6.50 metres late Monday, with moderate flooding. The river 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 17.33 metres and steady, above the moderate flood level (15.00 metres).
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg may see renewed rises which may reach around 18.00 metres during late Monday. The river level is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (15.00 m) during Tuesday.

The Burdekin River at Clare is currently at 14.35 metres and falling, above the moderate flood level (13.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Clare is expected to remain above the moderate flood level (13.00 m) during Monday, with further rises to around 15.20 metres is possible overnight Monday into Tuesday.

The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge was estimated to be approximately 11.05 metres around 7:00 pm Sunday, above the moderate flood level (10.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge may reach around 11.20 metres during Monday, with an extended moderate flood peak that may be prolonged 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 06:00 am EST on Monday 10 February 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Burdekin R at Mt Fullstop TM,13.21,Rising,12:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Running River at Mt Bradley TM,3.27,Steady,12:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Star R at Laroona TM,6.76,Steady,12:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Gainsford TM,16.74,Rising,12:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Keelbottom Ck at Keelbottom TM,2.47,Steady,12:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Sellheim Alert,17.70,Rising,01:25 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Sellheim TM,17.80,Falling,12:20 AM MON 10/02/25
Alpha Ck at Rivington Alert,0.57,Steady,01:05 AM MON 10/02/25
Belyando R at Belyando Crossing TM,6.79,Steady,12:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Suttor R at St Anns Alert,7.10,Steady,11:22 PM SUN 09/02/25
Suttor R at St Anns TM,7.07,Steady,12:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Cape R at Pentland TM,2.84,Falling,12:05 AM MON 10/02/25
Cape R at Taemas Alert,9.66,Steady,10:35 PM SUN 09/02/25
Cape R at Taemas TM,9.63,Steady,12:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Burdekin Dam Alert,6.08,Rising,01:07 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Burdekin Dam TM,6.11,Steady,12:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Bowen R at Myuna Alert,2.42,Falling,12:50 AM MON 10/02/25
Bowen R at Myuna TM,2.43,Steady,12:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Dalbeg Alert,17.33,Steady,12:56 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Dalbeg TM,17.33,Steady,12:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Bogie R at Strathbogie Alert,2.02,Falling,01:16 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Millaroo Alert,15.25,Falling,01:27 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Clare Alert,14.35,Falling,01:20 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Clare TM,14.39,Steady,12:00 AM MON 10/02/25
Burdekin R at Rita Island Alert,2.65,Steady,11:36 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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland

Major Flood Warning For The Haughton River Catchment
Issued at 05:20 PM EST on Sunday 09 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 28

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT GIRU
FURTHER RAINFALL IS FORECAST FOR THE NEXT FEW DAYS WHICH MAY CAUSE RENEWED MAJOR FLOODING AT GIRU
Further thunderstorms and periods of heavy rainfall are forecast during the next few days. Whilst catchments remain wet from recent prolonged rainfall, any further rainfall is expected to result in rapid river level rises.
River and creek levels across the Haughton catchment are currently falling following an easing of rainfall since Saturday evening. Minor flooding along the Haughton River at Giru is currently easing.
The situation is being monitored and the warning will be updated as required.
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.

Major Creek:
Minor flood levels have eased along Major Creek.
Haughton River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Haughton River, however, localised heavy rainfall may result in renewed major flooding.
The Haughton River at Giru is currently at 1.98 metres and falling with minor flooding.
The Haughton River at Giru is likely to fall below the minor flood level (1.80 m) overnight Sunday into Monday. Localised areas of heavy rainfall may cause renewed river level rises to the major flood level (2.50 m) during Tuesday afternoon.

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 12:00 pm EST on Monday 10 February 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Haughton R at Mt Piccaninny Alert,2.15,Falling,05:05 PM SUN 09/02/25
Haughton R at Mt Piccaninny TM,2.23,Steady,04:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
Major Ck upstream Haughton R Alert,6.65,Falling,05:05 PM SUN 09/02/25
Major Ck upstream Haughton R TM,6.77,Falling,04:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
Haughton R at Powerline Alert,4.05,Falling,05:15 PM SUN 09/02/25
Haughton R at Powerline TM,4.19,Falling,04:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
Haughton R at Giru Alert,1.98,Falling,05:15 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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland

Moderate Flood Warning For The Ross And Bohle Rivers And Flood Warning For The Black River And Bluewater Creek
Issued at 05:00 PM EST on Sunday 09 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 38

MINOR FLOODING IS OCCURRING AT APLIN WEIR
FURTHER RAINFALL IS FORECAST FOR THE NEXT FEW DAYS WHICH MAY CAUSE RENEWED MINOR TO MODERATE FLOODING AT APLIN WEIR AND MT BOHLE
Further thunderstorms and periods of heavy rainfall are forecast during the next few days. Catchments remain wet from recent prolonged rainfall. Any further localised heavy rainfall is expected to result in rapid rises and may lead to a return of more significant flooding across the Townsville area.
As advised by Townsville City Council, Ross River Dam will see controlled releases through the spillway. This will contribute to flows downstream in the Ross River.
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.

Ross River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Ross River, however, localised heavy rainfall may result in renewed moderate flooding.
The Ross River at Aplin Weir is currently at 1.26 metres and steady, above the minor flood level (1.10 m).
The Ross River at Aplin Weir is likely to remain above the minor flood level (1.10 m) overnight Sunday into Monday. Further areas of localised heavy rainfall may cause renewed rises to near the moderate flood level (1.60 m) over the next few days.

Bohle River:
Renewed minor to moderate flooding is possible along the Bohle River with localised heavy rainfall.
The Bohle River at Mt Bohle is currently at 2.66 metres and falling, below the minor flood level (4.00 m).
The Bohle River at Mt Bohle is likely to remain below the minor flood level (4.00 m) overnight Sunday into Monday. Localised areas of heavy rainfall may cause renewed rises to the minor flood level during Monday, with further rises to around the moderate flood level possible.

Black River and Bluewater Creek:
River and creek levels are continuing to ease across the Black River and Bluewater Creek catchments during Sunday afternoon. The catchments will remain very responsive to any localised heavy rainfall over the next few days, with renewed rises possible.

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 08:30 am EST on Monday 10 February 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Bohle R at Dalrymple Rd Alert,6.44,Falling,04:50 PM SUN 09/02/25
Bohle R at Mt Bohle Alert,2.66,Falling,04:48 PM SUN 09/02/25
Black R upstream Bruce Hwy Alert,1.81,Steady,04:19 PM SUN 09/02/25
Black R upstream Bruce Hwy TM,1.83,Steady,04:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
Bluewater Ck at Bluewater Alert,2.60,Falling,07:39 AM SUN 09/02/25
Bluewater Ck at Bluewater TM,2.15,Steady,04:13 PM SUN 09/02/25
Ross R at Ross River Dam Alert,40.01,Falling,04:16 PM SUN 09/02/25
Ross R at Black Weir (Riverway) Alert,1.05,Steady,04:17 PM SUN 09/02/25
Ross R at Aplin Weir Alert,1.26,Steady,03:10 PM SUN 09/02/25
Ross R at Rooneys Bridge Alert,1.75,Steady,04:40 PM SUN 09/02/25
Townsville Harbour Tide Alert,1.05,Falling,03:26 PM SUN 09/02/25
Townsville Harbour Tide TM,1.96,Steady,04:35 PM SUN 09/02/25
Cape Ferguson Tide TM,1.79,Steady,04:33 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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland

Major Flood Warning For The Herbert River
Issued at 04:56 PM EST on Sunday 09 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 36

MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT HALIFAX
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT ABERGOWRIE BRIDGE AND GLENEAGLE
RENEWED MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT GAIRLOCH, INGHAM PUMP STATION, ABERGOWRIE BRIDGE AND GLENEAGLE OVER NEXT FEW DAYS
Heavy rainfall has been observed across the Herbert River catchment since Saturday morning, particularly over the lower reaches of the catchment. This rainfall has resulted in renewed river level rises and areas of minor to major flooding are occurring along the Herbert River, however at this stage, river levels are not expected to reach higher levels observed earlier this month. Further heavy rainfall and thunderstorms are forecast for the remainder of Sunday and the next few days.
A Severe Weather Warning for heavy rainfall is current for parts of 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.

Herbert River to Nash's Crossing:
Moderate flooding may occur along the Herbert River to Nash's Crossing.
No recent observations are available for the Herbert River at Gleneagle, however, based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level at Gleneagle is expected to be above the minor flood level (4.50 m).
The Herbert River at Gleneagle is expected to remain around the minor flood level (4.50 m) overnight Sunday into Monday. Further areas of localised heavy rainfall may cause renewed rises to the moderate flood level (8.50 m) over the next few days.

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 7.40 metres and steady, above the minor flood level (6.00 m).
The Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge is expected to remain above the minor flood level (6.00 m) overnight Sunday into Monday. Further areas of localised heavy rainfall may cause renewed rises to the moderate flood level (10.00 m) over the next few days.

The Herbert River at Ingham Pump Station (Alert gauge) is currently at 9.69 metres and falling, below the minor flood level (10.00 m).
Further areas of localised heavy rainfall may cause renewed rises to the minor flood level (10.00 m) overnight Sunday into Monday and further rises to around the moderate flood level (11.00 m) over the next few days.

The Herbert River at Gairloch (Alert gauge) is currently at 9.19 metres and falling, below the minor flood level (9.50 m).
Further areas of localised heavy rainfall may cause renewed rises to the minor flood level (9.50 m) overnight Sunday into Monday and further rises to around the moderate flood level (10.50 m) over the next few days.

The Herbert River at Halifax is currently at 5.06 metres and steady, above the major flood level (5.00 m).
The Herbert River at Halifax is likely to remain above the major flood level overnight Sunday into Monday. Further areas of localised heavy rainfall may cause renewed rises 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 08:30 am EST on Monday 10 February 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Wild R at Silver Valley TM,3.30,Falling,04:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
Rudd Ck at Gunnawarra Alert,5.82,Rising,10:15 AM SUN 09/02/25
Rudd Ck at Gunnawarra TM,5.92,Steady,04:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
Herbert R at Gleneagle Alert,6.05,Rising,07:39 AM SUN 09/02/25
Herbert R at Gleneagle TM,6.50,Rising,04:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
Blencoe Creek at Blencoe Falls TM,3.97,Steady,04:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
Herbert R at Nashs Crossing Alert,5.05,Rising,04:04 PM SUN 09/02/25
Herbert R at Abergowrie Br Alert,7.40,Falling,04:46 PM SUN 09/02/25
Stone R at Peacock Siding Alert,4.10,Falling,04:21 PM SUN 09/02/25
Herbert R at Trebonne Alert,9.25,Falling,04:39 PM SUN 09/02/25
Herbert R at Ingham Pump Stn Alert,9.69,Falling,04:32 PM SUN 09/02/25
Herbert R at Ingham Pump Stn TM,9.74,Falling,04:00 PM SUN 09/02/25
Herbert R at Gairloch (Auto) Alert,9.19,Steady,04:45 PM SUN 09/02/25
Herbert R at Halifax Alert,5.06,Steady,04:45 PM SUN 09/02/25
Lucinda Pt Tide TM,1.95,Steady,04:38 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.