Heavy rainfall on the Central Coast from 16 to 20 February produced catastrophic flooding in multiple regions. Areas west and northwest of Mackay were impacted, with the short coastal streams between Mackay and Bowen reporting record floods. At Finch Hatton, 865 mm of rain was reported in 24 hours while at Giru 1 m of water flowed through the town.

Record floods in the O'Connell River washed away both the Elaroo and Bloomsbury bridges. In northern parts of the Thomson River catchment, severe flooding was reported in the Torrens and Cornish creeks. The flood caused major damage to roads, railways and other infrastructure. The main northern railway line was washed away. Three people lost their lives during severe weather and subsequent floods.