Weather advice for the Cairns region: Flooding threat reduced.
Issued: 10am, Tuesday 17 March 2026
Next Update: This will be the last advice issued
The Cairns Region Local Disaster Management Group advises people in the Cairns Regional Local Government Area:
THREAT HAS REDUCED. The flooding in the Mulgrave and Russell Rivers has eased and is below minor flood levels
Further rainfall is forecast later this week, which may cause renewed river level rises. The situation is being closely monitored, and a new warning will be issued if required.
Cairns Regional Council has initiated level 4 water restrictions. Limit water use to essential needs only, including drinking, cooking and bathing.
Be prepared for interruptions – store water.
Current Conditions
- Conditions have eased and threat has reduced.
Safety Advice
- Do not drive, walk, swim, or play in floodwaters — it is dangerous.
- Exercise caution and drive to the conditions. If its flooded – Forget it!
- Check or make an emergency kit. Find out how to get ready and pack an emergency kit at the Get Ready Queensland website (Get Prepared)
- Share this information with friends, family and neighbours.
