Weather Warning

This warning affects:Cloncurry River, Leichhardt River, Mitchell River, Nicholson River and Staaten River.

Flood Watch for parts of the Gulf Country and Cape York Peninsula

  • Issued by the Bureau of Meteorology

IDQ20900

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Australia

Flood Watch for parts of the Gulf Country and Cape York Peninsula

Issued at 12:35 AM AEST on Friday 13 Mar 2026.

FURTHER FLOODING POSSIBLE ACROSS PARTS OF THE GULF COUNTRY AND CAPE YORK PENINSULA

Catchments likely to be affected include:

Nicholson River   
Leichhardt River   
Cloncurry River   
Staaten River   
Mitchell River   elevated levels expected along Magnificent Creek at Kowanyama

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

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 Flood Watch will be issued by 01:00 PM AEST on Saturday 14 March 2026.