Moderate Flood Warning Issued for Daintree River; Levels Easing Along Mossman and Bloomfield Rivers

Alert Details

The Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued a Moderate Flood Warning (IDQ20705) for the Daintree River, along with Flood Warnings for the Mossman and Bloomfield Rivers. This update follows heavy to intense rainfall that began Thursday afternoon, causing rapid river level rises across the region.

Affected Areas

The warning covers several catchments and specific locations in Queensland, including:

• Daintree River: Daintree Village and Bairds.
• Mossman River: Mossman and surrounding areas.
• Bloomfield River: China Camp.

What You Should Do

Residents are advised to prioritize safety and follow these instructions:

• 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 to avoid flooded roads.
• Monitor the ABC and local media for updates.
• For emergency assistance, contact the SES at 132 500. In life-threatening situations, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.
• Visit www.disaster.qld.gov.au/warnings for local emergency management advice.

Expected Conditions

While river levels are currently easing, the following conditions were recorded as of Friday afternoon:

• Daintree River at Daintree Village: Currently at 6.65 meters and falling (Moderate Flood Level is 6.00m).
• Daintree River at Bairds: Recorded at 9.44 meters and falling.
• Mossman River at Mossman: Recorded at 4.53 meters and falling.
• Forecast: Showers are forecast for the remainder of Friday and into Saturday, which may lead to renewed river level rises. The situation is being closely monitored.

Timeline

The alert was issued at 2:33 pm AEST on Friday, March 6, 2026. The Daintree River is expected to fall below the moderate flood level (6.00 m) late Friday afternoon and may fall below the minor flood level (4.00 m) overnight Friday into Saturday. The next official warning is scheduled to be issued by 10:00 AM AEST on Saturday, March 7, 2026.