Minor Flood Warning Issued for Daintree and Mossman Rivers as Cyclone Narelle Approaches
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The Bureau of Meteorology has issued flood warnings for the Daintree and Mossman Rivers in Far North Queensland, with minor flooding expected at Daintree Village by Thursday afternoon.
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- Record type
- Flood Warning
- Affected area
- Far North Queensland
- Issued
- April 4, 2026
- Issuing authority
- BOM
Flood notices turn on location and timing. Treat the named area as this record's scope; do not assume nearby counties, parishes, or waterways were included.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Far North Queensland.
Alert Details
The Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued an Initial Minor Flood Warning for the Daintree River and a Flood Warning for the Mossman River (Alert ID: IDQ20705). The warning was issued at 10:02 am AEST on Thursday, 19 March 2026, following moderate rainfall and the approach of a severe weather system.
Affected Areas
The primary areas affected include the Daintree River catchment, specifically Daintree Village and Bairds, as well as the Mossman River. These locations are situated within Far North Queensland. A broader Flood Watch is also current for parts of the Cape York Peninsula and the North Tropical Coast.
Expected Conditions
Moderate rainfall has already caused river and creek levels to rise across the region. Because the Daintree River catchment is already saturated from recent weather events, it is expected to respond very quickly to further precipitation. Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle is forecast to bring additional heavy rainfall starting Thursday.
Specific river observations as of Thursday morning include:
- Daintree River at Daintree Village: Currently at 3.45 m and rising. It is expected to reach the minor flood level of 4.00 m by Thursday afternoon.
- Daintree River at Bairds: Recorded at 5.56 m and rising.
- Mossman River at Mossman: Recorded at 4.50 m and falling.
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers in the affected areas are urged to take the following safety precautions:
- Do not drive, walk, swim, or play in floodwater; it is dangerous and conditions can change quickly.
- Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams, and waterways.
- Obey all road closure signs and plan travel routes to avoid flooded areas.
- Monitor local media and the ABC for further updates.
- For emergency assistance, contact the SES at 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 immediately.
Timeline
The alert is effective immediately, with minor flooding possible at Daintree Village starting Thursday afternoon, 19 March 2026. Further rises are possible depending on the movement of Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle. The Bureau of Meteorology intends to issue the next update by 9:00 PM AEST on Thursday.
Original source: BOM Official Notice ↗
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