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, Herbert and Lower Burdekin, North West, Central Coast and Whitsundays, Central Highlands and Coalfields and Central West Forecast Districts.

Issued at 10:42 pm Thursday, 6 February 2025.

Heavy rainfall with thunderstorms about the parts of the north and northwest.

Weather Situation
The monsoon trough continues to linger across the base of the Cape York Peninsula combining with an airmass rich in tropical moisture. Persistent thunderstorm and shower activity will result in localised areas of heavy rainfall today.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders, Herbert and Lower Burdekin, North West, 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 Charters Towers, Townsville, Hughenden, Richmond, Dajarra and Pentland.
Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Gulf Country and North Tropical Coast and Tablelands districts and the warning for these districts is CANCELLED.
79.8 MM OF RAINFALL RECORDED AT TREPELL IN THE 1 HOUR TO 6:15 PM.
54.5 mm of rainfall recorded at Monument in the 1 hour to 4:34 pm.
Cancellation for the following areas:
Gulf Country,North Tropical Coast and Tablelands

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 1:45 am Friday.
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 Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall

for parts of Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders, Herbert and Lower Burdekin, North West, Central Coast and Whitsundays, Central Highlands and Coalfields and Central West Forecast Districts.

Issued at 10:42 pm Thursday, 6 February 2025.

Heavy rainfall with thunderstorms about the parts of the north and northwest.

Weather Situation
The monsoon trough continues to linger across the base of the Cape York Peninsula combining with an airmass rich in tropical moisture. Persistent thunderstorm and shower activity will result in localised areas of heavy rainfall today.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders, Herbert and Lower Burdekin, North West, 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 Charters Towers, Townsville, Hughenden, Richmond, Dajarra and Pentland.
Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Gulf Country and North Tropical Coast and Tablelands districts and the warning for these districts is CANCELLED.
79.8 MM OF RAINFALL RECORDED AT TREPELL IN THE 1 HOUR TO 6:15 PM.
54.5 mm of rainfall recorded at Monument in the 1 hour to 4:34 pm.
Cancellation for the following areas:
Gulf Country,North Tropical Coast and Tablelands

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 1:45 am Friday.
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

Moderate Flood Warning For The Upper Burdekin, Lower Burdekin, Cape And Suttor Rivers
Issued at 09:25 PM EST on Thursday 06 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 23

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NEAR MODERATE FLOODING LIKELY TO CONTINUE AT SELLHEIM DURING FRIDAY MORNING
RENEWED MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT INKERMAN BRIDGE EARLY FRIDAY AFTERNOON
MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT TAEMAS AND ST ANNS FRIDAY EVENING
Significant rainfall totals have been recorded in the Burdekin catchment since last week, particularly on the eastern ranges around Paluma and surrounds which have resulted in river level rises and flooding.
A renewed flood peak around the moderate flood level is occurring at Sellheim. Renewed moderate flooding is possible at Dalbeg, Clare and Inkerman Bridge from Friday morning.
River level rises are occurring along the Cape River, where moderate flooding is possible at Taemas Friday evening. River level rises are also occurring along the Belyando and Suttor Rivers, where moderate flooding is possible at St Anns from Friday evening.
Further rainfall and thunderstorms are forecast over the next few days. The situation is being closely monitored, and warnings will be updated as necessary.

Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Moderate flooding may occur along the Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Suttor River at St Anns is currently at 2.85 metres and rising, below the minor flood level (4.00 m).
The Suttor River at St Anns is likely to exceed the minor flood level (4.00 m) overnight Thursday into Friday. The river level may reach the moderate flood level (6.50 m) Friday evening with forecast rainfall.

Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Moderate flooding may occur along the Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Cape River at Taemas is currently at 4.61 metres and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Cape River at Taemas is likely to reach the minor flood level (5.00 m) Friday morning. The river level may reach the moderate flood level (7.00 m) Friday evening. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.

Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Moderate flooding is likely along the Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Burdekin River at Sellheim is currently at 13.85 metres and steady around a peak, above the minor flood level (13.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Sellheim is likely to remain around the moderate flood level (14.00 m) Friday morning.

The Burdekin River at Burdekin Dam is currently at 3.98 metres and rising, with minor flooding.
The Burdekin River at Burdekin Dam is expected to remain above the minor flood level (3.00 m) for the remainder of Thursday and into Friday. Renewed rises are possible with forecast rainfall in the coming days.

Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam:
Moderate flooding may occur along the Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg is currently at 12.73 metres and rising, above the minor flood level (10.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg may reach the moderate flood level (15.00 m) Friday morning.

The Burdekin River at Clare is currently at 11.15 metres and steady, above the minor flood level (9.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Clare may reach the moderate flood level (13.00 m) Friday morning.

The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge is currently at 9.13 metres, above the minor flood level (7.00 m) and steady.
The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge may reach the moderate flood level (10.00 m) early Friday 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 10:00 am EST on Friday 07 February 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Burdekin R at Mt Fullstop TM,10.30,Falling,08:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Running River at Mt Bradley TM,2.93,Rising,08:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Star R at Laroona TM,5.63,Steady,08:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Paluma Dam Alert,0.18,Steady,08:35 PM THU 06/02/25
Burdekin R at Gainsford TM,12.39,Falling,08:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Keelbottom Ck at Keelbottom TM,2.17,Rising,08:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Burdekin R at Sellheim Alert,13.85,Falling,08:35 PM THU 06/02/25
Burdekin R at Sellheim TM,13.98,Rising,08:20 PM THU 06/02/25
Alpha Ck at Rivington Alert,0.07,Steady,07:06 PM THU 06/02/25
Belyando R at Albro,0.80,Rising,09:00 AM THU 06/02/25
Belyando R at Belyando Crossing TM,4.56,Rising,08:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Suttor R at St Anns Alert,3.10,Rising,09:09 PM THU 06/02/25
Cape R at Pentland TM,2.76,Rising,08:20 PM THU 06/02/25
Cape R at Taemas Alert,4.61,Rising,08:40 PM THU 06/02/25
Cape R at Taemas TM,4.49,Rising,08:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Burdekin R at Burdekin Dam Alert,3.98,Rising,08:31 PM THU 06/02/25
Burdekin R at Burdekin Dam TM,4.09,Rising,09:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Bowen R at Myuna Alert,2.32,Rising,09:01 PM THU 06/02/25
Bowen R at Myuna TM,2.21,Rising,08:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Burdekin R at Dalbeg Alert,12.83,Rising,09:06 PM THU 06/02/25
Burdekin R at Dalbeg TM,12.81,Rising,09:03 PM THU 06/02/25
Bogie R at Strathbogie Alert,2.87,Falling,08:56 PM THU 06/02/25
Burdekin R at Millaroo Alert,11.65,Falling,09:03 PM THU 06/02/25
Burdekin R at Clare Alert,11.15,Steady,07:56 PM THU 06/02/25
Burdekin R at Clare TM,11.13,Steady,08:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Burdekin R at Inkerman Br Alert,9.08,Falling,09:11 PM THU 06/02/25
Burdekin R at Rita Island Alert,0.80,Steady,08:36 PM THU 06/02/25

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

Initial Moderate Flood Warning For The Flinders
Issued at 06:00 PM EST on Thursday 06 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 1

MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT RICHMOND FRIDAY AFTERNOON
Widespread heavy rainfall has been observed across the Flinders River catchment which has led to river and creek level rises.Further heavy rainfall is forecast for the rest of the week and into the weekend. This is likely to lead to further river level rises.
Minor flooding is likely along the Flinders River at Richmond Friday morning. Moderate flooding may occur Friday afternoon with forecast rainfall.
The flood situation is being closely monitored and forecasts and warnings will be updated as required.

Flinders River to Richmond:
Moderate flooding may occur along the Flinders River to Richmond.
There are no river level observations at Richmond, but the river level is expected to be below the minor flood level (5.00 m).
The Flinders River at Richmond is likely to reach the minor flood level (5.00 m) Friday morning. The river level may reach the moderate flood level (6.00 m) Friday afternoon with forecast rainfall. Further rises are 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 03:30 pm EST on Friday 07 February 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Porcupine Ck at Mt Emu Plains TM,1.90,Steady,04:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Flinders R at Glendower Crossing TM,1.83,Rising,04:25 PM THU 06/02/25
Flinders R at Punchbowl TM,2.55,Steady,04:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Flinders R at Etta Plains TM,1.93,Rising,04:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Cloncurry R at Cloncurry TM,0.55,Steady,04:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Gilliat R at Wills Dev Rd TM,2.34,Falling,04:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Julia Ck at Julia Ck TM,1.91,Rising,04:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Cloncurry R at Canobie Auto TM,2.24,Steady,04:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Flinders R at Walkers Bend TM,0.98,Steady,04:00 PM THU 06/02/25

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 04:00 PM EST on Thursday 06 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 28

MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT HALIFAX
RENEWED MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT GAIRLOCH AND INGHAM PUMP STATION
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT GAIRLOCH, INGHAM PUMP STATION, ABERGOWRIE BRIDGE AND GLENEAGLE
Heavy rainfall has been observed across the Herbert River catchment over the last few days, particularly over the lower reaches of the catchment. Further rainfall and thunderstorms are forecast for the rest of the week and into the weekend.
Minor to major flooding continues along the Herbert River. Further small renewed river level rises are possible along the Herbert River with forecast rainfall, however flooding is expected to generally ease over the next few days.
The flood situation is being closely monitored and forecasts and warnings will be updated as required.

Herbert River to Nash's Crossing:
Minor flooding is occurring 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) and steady.
The Herbert River at Gleneagle is likely to remain above the minor flood level (4.50 m) overnight Thursday into Friday. Renewed rises are possible with forecast rainfall.

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 7.85 metres and falling, above the minor flood level (6.00 m).
The Herbert River at Abergowrie Bridge is likely to remain above the minor flood level (6.00 m) overnight Thursday into Friday with forecast rainfall. Renewed rises are possible.

The Herbert River at Ingham Pump Station (Alert gauge) is currently at 10.84 metres and falling, above the minor flood level (10.00 m).
The Herbert River at Ingham Pump Station may reach the moderate flood level (11.00 m) overnight Thursday into Friday with forecast rainfall. Further rises are possible.

The Herbert River at Gairloch (Alert gauge) is currently at 10.19 metres and falling, above the minor flood level (9.50 m).
The Herbert River at Gairloch may reach the moderate flood level (10.50 m) overnight Thursday into Friday with forecast rainfall. Further rises are possible.

The Herbert River at Halifax is currently at 5.36 metres and steady, with major flooding.
The Herbert River at Halifax is expected to remain above the major flood level (5.00 m) overnight Thursday into Friday.

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 08:00 am EST on Friday 07 February 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Wild R at Silver Valley TM,3.02,Steady,03:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Rudd Ck at Gunnawarra Alert,5.52,Steady,06:58 AM THU 06/02/25
Rudd Ck at Gunnawarra TM,5.52,Steady,03:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Herbert R at Gleneagle Alert,5.85,Falling,03:35 PM THU 06/02/25
Herbert R at Gleneagle TM,5.93,Steady,02:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Blencoe Creek at Blencoe Falls TM,4.16,Steady,03:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Herbert R at Nashs Crossing Alert,4.75,Rising,03:45 PM THU 06/02/25
Herbert R at Zattas Alert,3.50,Rising,03:43 PM THU 06/02/25
Herbert R at Abergowrie Br Alert,7.85,Falling,03:55 PM THU 06/02/25
Stone R at Peacock Siding Alert,4.25,Rising,03:43 PM THU 06/02/25
Herbert R at Trebonne Alert,10.25,Falling,03:54 PM THU 06/02/25
Herbert R at Ingham Pump Stn Alert,10.84,Falling,03:54 PM THU 06/02/25
Herbert R at Ingham Pump Stn TM,10.98,Falling,03:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Herbert R at Gairloch (Auto) Alert,10.19,Falling,03:54 PM THU 06/02/25
Herbert R at Halifax Alert,5.36,Steady,02:22 PM THU 06/02/25
Lucinda Pt Tide TM,2.16,Steady,03:26 PM THU 06/02/25

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

Minor Flood Warning For The Barcoo River
Issued at 02:27 PM EST on Thursday 06 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 2

MINOR FLOODING EXPECTED TO BE OCCURRING AT BLACKALL
Moderate rainfall totals have been observed over upper part of the Thomson and Barcoo Rivers catchment during the last few days. River level rises and minor flooding have been observed along the Barcoo River at Blackall.
Further showers and thunderstorm are forecast for the next few days.

Barcoo River to Isisford:
Minor flooding is expected to be occurring along the Barcoo River to Isisford.
No current river level observations are available for the Barcoo River at Blackall, however based on the nearby automatic gauge the river level is expected to be falling with minor flooding.
The Barcoo River at Blackall may remain around the minor flood level (2.00 m) overnight Thursday into Friday.

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 03:00 pm EST on Friday 07 February 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Ck at Bowen Downs TM,3.66,Rising,01:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Thomson R at Longreach Auto TM,1.76,Rising,01:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Thomson R at Bogewong TM,1.69,Steady,12:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Alice R at Barcaldine Weir Auto TM,3.81,Steady,01:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Barcoo R at Retreat TM,0.50,Steady,01:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Cooper Ck at Windorah (Long Crossing) TM,2.62,Steady,12:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Cooper Ck at Lignum Channel TM,-0.41,Steady,12:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Cooper Ck at Nappa Merrie TM,0.49,Steady,01:00 PM THU 06/02/25

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.