Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland

Moderate Flood Warning For The Haughton River Catchment
Issued at 09:29 AM EST on Friday 07 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 18

RENEWED MODERATE FLOODING LIKELY AT GIRU FRIDAY AFTERNOON
Further significant rainfall has been observed across the Haughton River catchment over the last few days. Rainfall is forecast for the remainder of Friday and into the weekend.
Upstream at Mt Piccaninny, the river level has peaked and is now falling, while the river level at Powerline is beginning to rise as the peak moves downstream. Renewed rises and flooding is also occurring along Major Creek. Renewed moderate flooding may occur along the Haughton River Friday afternoon as the peak continues to travel downstream.
The situation is being monitored and the warning will be updated as required.

Major Creek:
Renewed rises above the minor flood level are occurring along Major Creek.
Haughton River:
Moderate flooding is likely along the Haughton River.
The Haughton River at Giru is currently at 1.68 metres and rising, below the minor flood level (1.80 m).
The Haughton River at Giru is likely to exceed the minor flood level (1.80 m) late Friday morning. The river level is likely to reach the moderate flood level (2.10 m) Friday afternoon. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.

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:
Haughton R at Mt Piccaninny Alert,3.35,Falling,09:15 AM FRI 07/02/25
Haughton R at Mt Piccaninny TM,3.54,Falling,08:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Major Ck upstream Haughton R Alert,7.35,Rising,09:26 AM FRI 07/02/25
Major Ck upstream Haughton R TM,7.14,Steady,08:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Haughton R at Powerline Alert,4.85,Rising,09:20 AM FRI 07/02/25
Haughton R at Powerline TM,4.20,Rising,08:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Haughton R at Giru Alert,1.68,Rising,09:27 AM FRI 07/02/25

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 07:49 AM EST on Friday 07 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 29

MAJOR FLOODING EASING AT HALIFAX
RENEWED MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT INGHAM PUMP STATION AND GAIRLOCH
MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT 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 remainder of Friday and into the weekend.
Minor to major flooding continues along the Herbert River. Renewed river level rises are possible along the Herbert River with forecast rainfall.
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 rising.
The Herbert River at Gleneagle is likely to remain above the minor flood level (4.50 m) during Friday.

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 7.65 metres and steady, 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) during Friday. Renewed rises are possible with forecast rainfall.

The Herbert River at Ingham Pump Station (Alert gauge) is currently at 9.29 metres and falling, below the minor flood level (10.00 m).
The Herbert River at Ingham Pump Station may reach the minor flood level (10.00 m) overnight Friday into Saturday with forecast rainfall. Further rises are possible.

The Herbert River at Gairloch (Alert gauge) is currently at 8.79 metres and falling, below the minor flood level (9.50 m).
The Herbert River at Gairloch may reach the minor flood level (9.50 m) overnight Friday into Saturday with forecast rainfall. Further rises are possible.

The Herbert River at Halifax is currently at 4.96 metres and steady, near the the major flood level (5.00 m).
The Herbert River at Halifax is likely to remain around the major flood level (5.00 m) during Friday. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.

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 05:00 pm EST on Friday 07 February 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Wild R at Silver Valley TM,3.82,Falling,06:20 AM FRI 07/02/25
Rudd Ck at Gunnawarra Alert,5.52,Steady,06:58 PM THU 06/02/25
Rudd Ck at Gunnawarra TM,5.54,Steady,06:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Herbert R at Gleneagle Alert,6.45,Rising,02:34 AM FRI 07/02/25
Herbert R at Gleneagle TM,6.32,Falling,06:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Blencoe Creek at Blencoe Falls TM,4.01,Steady,06:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Herbert R at Nashs Crossing Alert,5.05,Steady,07:17 PM THU 06/02/25
Herbert R at Zattas Alert,3.75,Rising,07:10 PM THU 06/02/25
Herbert R at Abergowrie Br Alert,7.65,Steady,05:49 AM FRI 07/02/25
Stone R at Peacock Siding Alert,3.70,Falling,06:35 AM FRI 07/02/25
Herbert R at Trebonne Alert,8.90,Falling,06:19 AM FRI 07/02/25
Herbert R at Ingham Pump Stn Alert,9.29,Falling,06:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Herbert R at Ingham Pump Stn TM,9.29,Falling,06:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Herbert R at Gairloch (Auto) Alert,8.79,Falling,06:45 AM FRI 07/02/25
Herbert R at Halifax Alert,4.96,Falling,05:50 AM FRI 07/02/25
Lucinda Pt Tide TM,3.29,Steady,06:38 AM FRI 07/02/25

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

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Weather Warning
for Heavy Rainfall

for parts of North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and Herbert and Lower Burdekin Forecast Districts.

Issued at 7:45 am Friday, 7 February 2025.

Heavy rainfall possible between Tully and Ayr tonight and over the weekend.

Weather Situation
Significant rainfall may develop over the weekend about the Herbert and Lower Burdekin and the Cassowary Coast, with a monsoon trough in place, rich tropical moisture and onshore flow expected to strengthen. Enhanced rainfall due to widespread showers and isolated embedded thunderstorms is possible from tonight and throughout the weekend, with extremely wet soils and river catchments leading to a higher than normal vulnerability to flash flooding.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and Herbert and Lower Burdekin
HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is forecast for parts of the Herbert and Lower Burdekin and the North Tropical Coast this weekend. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 140 to 200 mm are possible. Isolated 24-hourly rainfall totals up to 250 mm are possible. Rainfall is expected to increase from late tonight, with isolated heavy falls possible through the remainder of the weekend, before easing during Monday morning.
Heavy rainfall increases the potential for landslides and debris across roads.
A Flood Watch and various Flood Warnings are current for parts of northeastern Queensland. Please refer to http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/warnings for more information.
Locations which may be affected include Townsville, Palm Island, Ingham, Ayr, Giru and Lucinda.

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 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 Weather Warning
for Heavy Rainfall

for parts of North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and Herbert and Lower Burdekin Forecast Districts.

Issued at 7:45 am Friday, 7 February 2025.

Heavy rainfall possible between Tully and Ayr tonight and over the weekend.

Weather Situation
Significant rainfall may develop over the weekend about the Herbert and Lower Burdekin and the Cassowary Coast, with a monsoon trough in place, rich tropical moisture and onshore flow expected to strengthen. Enhanced rainfall due to widespread showers and isolated embedded thunderstorms is possible from tonight and throughout the weekend, with extremely wet soils and river catchments leading to a higher than normal vulnerability to flash flooding.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and Herbert and Lower Burdekin
HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is forecast for parts of the Herbert and Lower Burdekin and the North Tropical Coast this weekend. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 140 to 200 mm are possible. Isolated 24-hourly rainfall totals up to 250 mm are possible. Rainfall is expected to increase from late tonight, with isolated heavy falls possible through the remainder of the weekend, before easing during Monday morning.
Heavy rainfall increases the potential for landslides and debris across roads.
A Flood Watch and various Flood Warnings are current for parts of northeastern Queensland. Please refer to http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/warnings for more information.
Locations which may be affected include Townsville, Palm Island, Ingham, Ayr, Giru and Lucinda.

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 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

Major Flood Warning For The Cape River And Moderate Flood Warning For The Upper Burdekin, Lower Burdekin And Suttor Rivers
Issued at 06:39 AM EST on Friday 07 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 24

MAJOR FLOODING LIKELY AT TAEMAS FRIDAY AFTERNOON
MODERATE FLOODING LIKELY AT ST ANNS FRIDAY MORNING
RENEWED MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT SELLHEIM FRIDAY MORNING AND BURDEKIN DAM FRIDAY EVENING
RENEWED MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT INKERMAN BRIDGE FRIDAY AFTERNOON
Rainfall overnight has resulted in renewed river level rises along the Burdekin River and rises along the Cape, Belyando and Suttor Rivers.
River level rises are occurring along the Cape River, where major flooding is likely at Taemas from Friday afternoon. River level rises are also occurring along the Belyando and Suttor Rivers, where moderate flooding is likely at St Anns during Friday morning.
Renewed rises to the moderate flood level are possible at Sellheim during Friday morning. Renewed moderate flooding is possible at Burdekin Dam, Dalbeg, Clare and Inkerman Bridge during Friday.
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 is likely along the Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Suttor River at St Anns is currently at 6.00 metres and rising, with minor flooding.
The Suttor River at St Anns is likely to reach the moderate flood level (6.50 m) late Friday morning. Further rises are likely with the arrival of upstream flow.

Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Major flooding is likely along the Cape River to Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Cape River at Taemas is currently at 6.51 metres and rising, with minor flooding.
The Cape River at Taemas is expected to reach the moderate flood level (7.00 m) late Friday morning. The river level is likely to reach the major flood level (8.00 m) Friday afternoon. Further rises are possible with the arrival of upstream flow.

Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Moderate flooding may occur along the Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Burdekin River at Sellheim peaked around the moderate flood level (14.00 m) Thursday evening and is currently at 13.05 metres and falling.
Renewed river level rises are possible along the Burdekin River at Sellheim and the river level may reach the moderate flood level (14.00 m) late Friday morning.

The Burdekin River at Burdekin Dam is currently at 4.53 metres and rising, with minor flooding.
The Burdekin River at Burdekin Dam may reach the moderate flood level (5.50 m) Friday evening.

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 13.88 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) late Friday morning. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.

The Burdekin River at Clare is currently at 11.50 metres and rising, above the minor flood level (9.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Clare may reach the moderate flood level (13.00 m) Friday afternoon. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.

The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge is currently at 9.23 metres and steady, above the minor flood level (7.00 m).
The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge may exceed the moderate flood level (10.00 m) early Friday afternoon. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.

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 Friday 07 February 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Burdekin R at Mt Fullstop TM,11.00,Rising,05:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Running River at Mt Bradley TM,3.83,Steady,05:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Star R at Laroona TM,6.11,Steady,03:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Paluma Dam Alert,0.18,Steady,08:35 PM THU 06/02/25
Burdekin R at Gainsford TM,12.58,Rising,05:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Keelbottom Ck at Keelbottom TM,2.56,Rising,05:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Burdekin R at Sellheim Alert,13.00,Falling,05:55 AM FRI 07/02/25
Burdekin R at Sellheim TM,13.10,Falling,05:20 AM FRI 07/02/25
Alpha Ck at Rivington Alert,0.37,Falling,06:15 AM FRI 07/02/25
Belyando R at Albro,0.80,Rising,09:00 AM THU 06/02/25
Belyando R at Belyando Crossing TM,6.06,Rising,05:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Suttor R at St Anns Alert,6.00,Rising,06:14 AM FRI 07/02/25
Cape R at Pentland TM,4.12,Falling,05:15 AM FRI 07/02/25
Cape R at Taemas Alert,6.51,Rising,06:06 AM FRI 07/02/25
Cape R at Taemas TM,6.31,Rising,05:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Burdekin R at Burdekin Dam Alert,4.53,Rising,05:43 AM FRI 07/02/25
Burdekin R at Burdekin Dam TM,4.55,Rising,05:50 AM FRI 07/02/25
Bowen R at Myuna Alert,3.92,Rising,06:15 AM FRI 07/02/25
Bowen R at Myuna TM,3.80,Steady,05:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Burdekin R at Dalbeg Alert,13.88,Rising,06:18 AM FRI 07/02/25
Burdekin R at Dalbeg TM,13.85,Rising,06:03 AM FRI 07/02/25
Bogie R at Strathbogie Alert,2.52,Steady,05:36 AM FRI 07/02/25
Burdekin R at Millaroo Alert,12.30,Rising,06:12 AM FRI 07/02/25
Burdekin R at Clare Alert,11.50,Rising,06:20 AM FRI 07/02/25
Burdekin R at Clare TM,11.32,Steady,05:00 AM FRI 07/02/25
Burdekin R at Inkerman Br Alert,9.23,Falling,06:14 AM FRI 07/02/25
Burdekin R at Rita Island Alert,0.85,Rising,05:56 AM FRI 07/02/25

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

Marine Wind Warning Summary for Queensland

Issued at 04:45 AM EST on Friday 07 February 2025
for the period until midnight EST Saturday 08 February 2025

Wind Warnings for Friday 07 February
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
South East Gulf of Carpentaria, North East Gulf of Carpentaria and Townsville Coast

Wind Warnings for Saturday 08 February
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
South East Gulf of Carpentaria and North East Gulf of Carpentaria

The next marine wind warning summary will be issued by 3:50 pm EST Friday.
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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, Queensland

Moderate Flood Warning For The Ross And Bohle Rivers And Flood Warning For The Black River And Bluewater Creek
Issued at 03:54 PM EST on Thursday 06 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 26

"Re-issued to update the warning severity metadata"
MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE WITH FORECAST RAINFALL FOR THE NEXT FEW DAYS ACROSS THE ROSS RIVER AND BOHLE RIVER CATCHMENTS
No further significant rainfall has been recorded since 9am Thursday across the greater Townsville area. However, there remains a very high chance of further thunderstorms and heavy rainfall areas overnight Thursday into Friday and across the weekend.
River and creek levels continue to slowly ease, with minor flooding easing along the Ross River and the Bohle River. River levels are similarly slowly easing across the Black River and Bluewater Creek catchments. However whilst catchments remain wet from recent prolonged rainfall, any further rainfall is expected to result in rapid rises and 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.
The flood situation is being closely monitored and forecasts and warnings will be updated as required.

Ross River:
Moderate flooding is likely along the Ross River.
The Ross River at Aplin Weir is currently at 1.31 metres and steady, above the minor flood level (1.10 metres).
The Ross River at Aplin Weir is likely to remain above the minor flood level (1.10 metres) into Friday. Further areas of heavy rainfall are forecast into the weekend, which is likely to cause renewed rises and moderate flooding across this weekend.

Bohle River:
River levels have peaked and are easing along the Bohle River on Thursday afternoon.
The Bohle River at Mt Bohle peaked at 5.51 metres around midday Thursday 06 February, and is currently at 4.96 metres and falling, above the minor flood level (4.00 metres).
The Bohle River at Mt Bohle may remain above the minor flood level (4.00 metres) into Friday. Further areas of heavy rainfall are forecast into the weekend, which is likely to cause renewed rises and moderate flooding across this weekend.

Black River and Bluewater Creek:
River and creek levels across the Black River and Bluewater Creek catchments continue to slowly ease, with stream levels currently easing below minor flood levels. Further renewed rises are likely over the next few days, with forecast rainfall.

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:
Bohle R at Dalrymple Rd Alert,8.64,Falling,03:41 PM THU 06/02/25
Bohle R at Mt Bohle Alert,4.96,Falling,03:40 PM THU 06/02/25
Black R upstream Bruce Hwy Alert,1.86,Falling,01:45 PM THU 06/02/25
Black R upstream Bruce Hwy TM,1.81,Falling,03:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Bluewater Ck at Bluewater Alert,2.25,Steady,03:07 PM THU 06/02/25
Bluewater Ck at Bluewater TM,2.25,Steady,03:00 PM THU 06/02/25
Ross R at Ross River Dam Alert,40.19,Falling,03:07 AM THU 06/02/25
Ross R at Black Weir (Riverway) Alert,1.15,Steady,01:17 PM THU 06/02/25
Ross R at Aplin Weir Alert,1.31,Steady,03:10 PM THU 06/02/25
Ross R at Rooneys Bridge Alert,2.00,Falling,02:06 PM THU 06/02/25
Townsville Harbour Tide Alert,2.30,Rising,03:48 PM THU 06/02/25
Townsville Harbour Tide TM,2.25,Steady,03:35 PM THU 06/02/25
Cape Ferguson Tide TM,2.14,Steady,03:41 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.