Minor Flood Warning Issued for Tully River at Euramo as Tropical Cyclone Narelle Approaches

Source: BOM · North Tropical Coast, Queensland

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The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a minor flood warning for the Tully River, with water levels at Euramo expected to exceed 6.00 meters by Friday afternoon.

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Alert Details

The Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology has issued an Initial Minor Flood Warning (IDQ20720) for the Tully River. The alert was issued at 11:20 am AEST on Thursday, March 19, 2026, in response to anticipated impacts from Tropical Cyclone Narelle.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically concerns the Tully River catchment, with potential impacts centered on the Tully River at Euramo. A broader Flood Watch remains in effect for parts of the Cape York Peninsula and the North Tropical Coast of Queensland.

What You Should Do

Residents in the affected areas are urged to take the following safety precautions:

  • Do not drive, walk, swim, or play in floodwater as it is dangerous.
  • 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 situations, call 000 immediately.

Expected Conditions

Tropical Cyclone Narelle is expected to deliver moderate to heavy rainfall starting Thursday, leading to significant river level rises. As of 10:40 am Thursday, the Tully River at Euramo was recorded at 3.55 meters and rising. It is forecast to exceed the minor flood level of 6.00 meters by Friday afternoon. Other recorded river heights include 1.51 meters at Tully Gorge and 3.05 meters at Murray River at Upper Murray.

Timeline

The alert is effective immediately following its issuance on Thursday morning. Minor flooding is expected to develop at Euramo starting Friday afternoon, March 20, 2026. The Bureau of Meteorology intends to issue the next update by 11:00 am AEST on Friday.

Original source: BOM Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this BoM weather warning.

What is this BoM weather warning about?
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a minor flood warning for the Tully River, with water levels at Euramo expected to exceed 6.00 meters by Friday afternoon.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by BOM. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects North Tropical Coast, Queensland. Check with BOM for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Weather Warnings updates?
Browse the full Weather Warnings feed on Areazine at areazine.com/au/weather/ for the latest updates from BOM and other agencies.