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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

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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, 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
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Major Flood Warning For The Thomson And Barcoo Rivers And Cooper Creek
Issued at 02:23 PM AEST on Monday 02 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 61

MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT JUNDAH FROM OVERNIGHT TUESDAY INTO WEDNESDAY AND WINDORAH FROM OVERNIGHT MONDAY INTO TUESDAY
MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT CAMOOLA PARK, LONGREACH, AND POSSIBLE AT STONEHENGE, RETREAT FROM OVERNIGHT MONDAY INTO TUESDAY
Multiple flood peaks are currently moving through the Thomson River, where a renewed moderate flood peaked early Sunday morning at Longreach. Further downstream at Stonehenge, river levels are slowly rising above the moderate flood level, further river level rises are possible over the next few days. As these flows continue to move downstream, major flooding is possible at Jundah from overnight Tuesday into Wednesday.
Along the Barcoo River, the main peak is approaching Retreat, where minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is possible from overnight Monday into Tuesday.
Along the Cooper Creek, renewed moderate flooding is occurring at Windorah (Main Channel) and major flooding is possible from overnight Monday into Tuesday. Further rises are likely as upstream flows arrive from the Thomson and Barcoo Rivers.
Peak forecasts will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.
In the lower Cooper Creek catchment, moderate to heavy rainfall was recorded in the last few days which has caused minor to moderate flooding along the lower Cooper Creek and its tributaries.

Thomson River:
Minor to moderate flooding is occurring along the Thomson River and its tributaries, with major flooding possible at Jundah.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park is currently at 4.05 m and falling, with moderate flooding.
The Thomson River at Camoola Park may remain around the moderate flood level (4.00 m) for the remainder of Monday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

The Thomson River at Longreach is currently at 4.89 m and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Thomson River at Longreach is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (4.30 m) for the next few days.

No observations are currently available for the Thomson River at Stonehenge. Based on the nearby automatic gauge, the river level is estimated to be just below the moderate flood level (3.00 m) and steady.
The Thomson River at Stonehenge may reach around the moderate flood level (3.00 m) overnight Tuesday into Wednesday. Further rises are possible.

The Thomson River at Jundah is currently at 3.98 m and steady, around the moderate flood level.
The Thomson River at Jundah may remain around the moderate flood level (4.00 m) for the remainder of Monday. The river may reach around the major flood level (5.00 m) overnight Tuesday into Wednesday. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Barcoo River downstream of Isisford:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Barcoo River at Retreat.
The Barcoo River at Retreat is currently at 3.57 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Barcoo River at Retreat may reach around the moderate flood level (4.50 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday.

Cooper Creek:
Major flooding is possible along the Cooper Creek at Windorah. Minor flooding is occurring at Noccundra.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah is currently at 4.88 m and steady, with moderate flooding.
The Cooper Creek at Windorah may exceed the major flood level (5.00 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday. 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 Tuesday 03 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cornish Creek at Bowen Downs,5.08,steady,1:00 pm Mon 02/03/26
Thomson River at Muttaburra,3.88,steady,9:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Thomson River at Camoola Park,4.05,falling,6:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Thomson River at Longreach,4.89,steady,1:00 pm Mon 02/03/26
Thomson River at Bogewong,5.64,steady,9:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Thomson River at Jundah,3.98,steady,7:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Barcoo River at Duneira,0.90,steady,11:55 am Mon 02/03/26
Alice River at Barcaldine Weir,4.64,steady,1:00 pm Mon 02/03/26
Barcoo River at Isisford Post Office,3.10,falling,3:00 pm Thu 26/02/26
Barcoo River at Wahroongha,1.25,steady,7:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Barcoo River at Glenlock,3.65,steady,6:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Barcoo River at Retreat,3.57,steady,1:00 pm Mon 02/03/26
Cooper Creek at Windorah (Lignum Channel),0.15,steady,12:00 pm Mon 02/03/26
Cooper Creek at Windorah,4.88,steady,8:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Cooper Creek at Nappa Merrie,2.23,steady,1:00 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

Major Flood Warning For The Diamantina River And Final Flood Warning For The Western River
Issued at 11:47 AM AEST on Monday 02 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 60

MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE ALONG THE DIAMANTINA RIVER AT BIRDSVILLE LATER IN THE WEEK
Significant rainfall has been observed across the Diamantina catchment during the last few days that has resulted in rapid river level rises. Elevated river levels are occurring downstream of Diamantina Lakes, with moderate flooding occurring at Birdsville. Further rises may cause major flooding at Birdsville later in the week as upstream flows arrive.

Diamantina River to Diamantina Lakes:
The Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes is currently at 5.67 m and rising, above the moderate flood level (4.00 m) and well above the Springvale Diamantina Lakes Road Causeway level (2.10 m).
Western River:
No further flooding is expected along the Western River at Winton.
The Western River at Winton is currently at 1.10 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Western River at Winton is expected to remain below the minor flood level (1.50 m).

Diamantina River downstream of Diamantina Lakes:
Moderate flooding is occurring at Roseberth and Birdsville. Minor flooding is occurring at Monkira.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station is currently at 7.30 m and rising, with moderate flooding.
The Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station may reach around the major flood level (8.00 m) later in the week. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive. Peak forecasts will be provided as upstream peaks are observed.

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 Tuesday 03 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Mills Creek at Oondooroo,1.63,steady,11:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Western River at Winton,1.10,steady,7:45 am Mon 02/03/26
Diamantina River at Elderslie,2.50,steady,5:45 am Mon 02/03/26
Diamantina River at Diamantina Lakes Tm,5.68,steady,11:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Diamantina River at Monkira,3.54,steady,9:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Diamantina River at Roseberth Station,5.18,steady,9:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville Police Station,7.30,rising,9:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Diamantina River at Birdsville,7.49,steady,10:40 am 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

Major Flood Warning For The Flinders River
Issued at 09:55 AM AEST on Monday 02 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 20

MAJOR FLOODING LIKELY AT WALKERS BEND FROM WEDNESDAY INTO THURSDAY
The main flood peak along the Flinders River has moved downstream of Etta Plains and is approaching Walkers Bend. The flood peak along the Cloncurry River is passing through Canobie, upstream of its junction with the Flinders River.
River levels are slowly rising along the lower Flinders River at Walkers Bend, where major flooding is likely from Wednesday into Thursday, as floodwaters from both the Cloncurry and Flinders rivers arrive.

Flinders River downstream of Richmond:
Elevated river levels are occurring along the Flinders River downstream of Richmond. Major flooding is likely at Walkers Bend.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is currently at 6.71 m and rising, with moderate flooding.
The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is likely to exceed the major flood level (8.00 m) from Wednesday into Thursday. 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 11:00 AM AEST on Wednesday 04 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Flinders River at Glendower Crossing,0.94,steady,9:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Porcupine Creek at Mt Emu Plains,1.85,steady,9:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Flinders River at Punchbowl,6.76,steady,9:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Flinders River at Etta Plains,9.63,steady,9:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Julia Creek,1.73,steady,9:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Gilliat River at Wills Development Road,7.56,steady,9:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Cloncurry River at Cloncurry,1.78,steady,9:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Cloncurry River at Canobie,8.24,steady,9:00 am Mon 02/03/26
Flinders River at Walkers Bend,6.74,steady,9:00 am 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.