Minor Flood Warning Issued for Herbert River at Gleneagle Homestead

Alert Details

The Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued a Minor Flood Warning (IDQ20725) for the Herbert River. This is the ninth warning issued for this event, following rainfall over the past several days that has resulted in renewed minor flooding at Gleneagle Homestead.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the Herbert River to Nash’s Crossing, with minor flooding currently occurring at Gleneagle Homestead. While the Herbert River downstream of Nash’s Crossing was previously under watch, minor flooding is no longer expected at Abergowrie Bridge.

What You Should Do

Residents are advised to never drive, walk, swim, or play in floodwater as it is dangerous. Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams, and other waterways. Obey all road closure signs and plan travel to avoid flooded roads. For emergency assistance, contact the SES at 132 500. In life-threatening situations, call 000 immediately. Local updates and emergency management advice can be found at www.disaster.qld.gov.au/warnings.

Expected Conditions

• Gleneagle Homestead: The river level is currently estimated to be around the minor flood level of 4.50 meters and is falling. As of 10:00 am Saturday, the height was recorded at 4.61 meters.
• Abergowrie Bridge: The river peaked at 5.37 meters on Friday evening and was recorded at 4.97 meters at 10:31 am Saturday, remaining below the 6.00-meter minor flood level.
• Catchment Forecast: Additional showers and thunderstorms are forecast across the catchment over the weekend, which may lead to additional river level rises.

Timeline

The warning was issued at 10:45 am AEST on Saturday, February 21, 2026. Minor flooding at Gleneagle Homestead is expected to continue but gradually ease into late Saturday. The Bureau of Meteorology intends to issue the next update by 11:00 am AEST on Sunday, February 22, 2026.