Source: Bureau of Meteorology

Issued at 12:44 pm AEST on Wednesday 15 April 2026

Flood Watch Number: 3

MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE ACROSS PARTS OF THE NORTH TROPICAL COAST FROM WEDNESDAY EVENING

Moderate rainfall has been observed across parts of the North Tropical Coast overnight Tuesday into Wednesday. Further moderate to locally heavy rainfall is forecast during Wednesday and Thursday, with the heaviest rainfall likely in the southern parts of the Flood Watch Area.

Minor flooding is possible within the Flood Watch area from Wednesday evening. Heavy rainfall may also cause localised flash flooding and disruption to transport routes.

Catchments across the Flood Watch area remain relatively wet following repeated rainfall events over the last month, and will respond quickly to further rainfall.

Catchments likely to be affected include:
Daintree River
(Including the Bloomfield River)

Mossman River

Mulgrave and Russell Rivers

Tully River

Murray River

Herbert River

Black River

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts

For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/australia/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.

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