'Clearer and calmer' weather for flood-ravaged north Queensland, but warnings still in place
1 month, 1 week ago

'Clearer and calmer' weather for flood-ravaged north Queensland, but warnings still in place

ABC  

After a long stretch of extreme weather, conditions in flood-ravaged north Queensland have eased, paving the way for a "clearer and calmer" outlook this week. "The good news is that we're seeing rivers really starting to subside, including the Herbert and Burdekin, but there are still some minor to moderate flood warnings across north-eastern parts of the state," Bureau of Meteorology forecaster Jonathan How said. "Although sun is returning and we are returning to more typical conditions, there is still flooding — particularly across the Gulf communities – that people need to be aware of." Meanwhile, Queensland Rail's North Coast rail line has also resumed operations as far north as Townsville, allowing freight trains to deliver essential supplies.

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More rain forecast, weather warnings in place for flood-ravaged Queensland
1 month, 2 weeks ago

More rain forecast, weather warnings in place for flood-ravaged Queensland

ABC  

More rain is expected to fall in parts of North Queensland already impacted by flooding, but conditions are forecast to ease by the middle of the week. "We're still expecting a fair bit of rain and it's probably covering a broader area than it has been doing throughout week," forecaster Rickus Lombard said. He said "a fair amount of rain" …

North Queensland floods leave supermarket shelves bare, but relief expected soon
1 month, 3 weeks ago

North Queensland floods leave supermarket shelves bare, but relief expected soon

ABC  

Some vital transport routes across flooded North Queensland are expected to reopen within 48 hours but retailers – and possibly consumers – will have to cop increased freight costs. 'Island' of Townsville cut off Queensland Trucking Association chief executive Gary Mahon said trucks laden with supplies were poised in places to the south, including Mackay and Emerald, while drivers waited …

Next 24 hours crucial in north Queensland as authorities warn of life-threatening flood risk
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Next 24 hours crucial in north Queensland as authorities warn of life-threatening flood risk

ABC  

Residents in six Townsville suburbs have been told to leave due to expected "dangerous and life-threatening flooding" as the Ross River rises. Mr Narramore said several north Queensland catchments were already "so saturated that even light rainfall is going to cause issues". Queensland Premier David Crisafulli said low-lying areas would be tested and getting through "without people losing their life …

More heavy rain, thunderstorms, flash flooding as Queensland deluge heads north
3 months, 1 week ago

More heavy rain, thunderstorms, flash flooding as Queensland deluge heads north

ABC  

A watch and act warning has been issued for parts of Townsville. After days of storms and flash flooding in south-east Queensland, the state's north is now copping a soaking from heavy rain amid warnings of thunderstorms and potential flash flooding. "From Friday night into Saturday morning we could potentially see some very localised more dangerously heavy rainfall potentially some …

Torrential rain expected for east coast triggers weather warnings, flood watch for Sydney and NSW and Queensland rivers
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Torrential rain expected for east coast triggers weather warnings, flood watch for Sydney and NSW and Queensland rivers

ABC  

A major rain event is engulfing most of eastern Australia for the next 48 hours, prompting the Bureau of Meteorology to issue flood watches from southern Queensland to the NSW South Coast. Later on Friday, a low-pressure system could even form around Sydney that would further intensify rainfall overnight, including peak three hourly totals in excess of 50mm from Greater …

More flooding on the way as BOM forecasts heavy rain from Northern Territory to Tasmania
2 years, 5 months ago

More flooding on the way as BOM forecasts heavy rain from Northern Territory to Tasmania

ABC  

The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting round after round of rain this week. Key points: Multiple rounds of rain are expected this week and into the weekend Heavy rain is likely to prolong and renew flooding in already sodden catchments Emergency services are urging communities to plan ahead and be prepared Widespread heavy rain is expected all the way from …

Severe weather threat moves to NSW Mid North Coast, flood peak revised down for Lismore
2 years, 11 months ago

Severe weather threat moves to NSW Mid North Coast, flood peak revised down for Lismore

ABC  

The severe weather system impacting the north-east of NSW is moving south, bringing heightened flood risk to the Mid North Coast. Key points: The flood threat heightens for Mid North Coast as the weather system tracks south An evacuation warning is issued for low lying areas of East Bellingen and a major road is cut in both directions between Thora …

Weather and flood warnings for southeast Queensland and northeast NSW
2 years, 11 months ago

Weather and flood warnings for southeast Queensland and northeast NSW

Daily Mail  

Southeast Queensland and northeast NSW are again bracing for severe wet weather as a slow-moving and dangerous east coast low hammers the east coast. The Bureau of Meteorology issued a warning on Monday for more heavy rainfall and potentially life-threatening flash floods from Noosa down to the NSW border Channel Seven footage shows flash flooding trapped a man on top …

Queensland weather warnings in place for tropical north, heavy rain, high tides and 100kph wind gusts possible
3 years, 2 months ago

Queensland weather warnings in place for tropical north, heavy rain, high tides and 100kph wind gusts possible

ABC  

The tropical north is being warned monsoonal rain and destructive winds could hit the region from early tomorrow morning. Key points: Rainfall is expected to be "widespread" across north Queensland Abnormally high tides will affect the coastlines on the western side of the Peninsula and also part-way down the Gulf Country A tropical low is being monitored to see if …

Northern New South Wales hit by wild weather as winds and flash flooding lead to hundreds of calls for help
4 years, 3 months ago

Northern New South Wales hit by wild weather as winds and flash flooding lead to hundreds of calls for help

ABC  

Northern NSW is bracing for more storms, with a severe weather warning in place and residents sandbagging low-lying properties considered at risk. Key points: The SES has received more than 1,000 calls for help over the past few days Large swells of over 6 metres were recorded around Byron Bay NSW SES has warned people to prepare to evacuate flooded …

Man rescued from floodwaters as north Queensland deluge causes flash flooding with more rain forecast
5 years, 1 month ago

Man rescued from floodwaters as north Queensland deluge causes flash flooding with more rain forecast

ABC  

Emergency services have rescued a man stranded in floodwaters in the Burdekin in north Queensland, as torrential rain of more than half a metre falls in parts of the region, causing localised flooding and a rock slide in Townsville. Key points: The SES received about 20 calls for help in Townsville after localised flooding Graziers said they have paddocks so …

North Queensland lashed by 'once-in-a-century' monsoon flooding
6 years, 1 month ago

North Queensland lashed by 'once-in-a-century' monsoon flooding

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Once-in-a-century flooding in part of …

Weather warning: Heavy rain, strong winds head south as Queensland, New South Wales mop up
8 years, 9 months ago

Weather warning: Heavy rain, strong winds head south as Queensland, New South Wales mop up

ABC  

Wild weather that thrashed parts of Queensland and New South Wales over the weekend has moved south, with the east coast low pressure system reaching as far south as Tasmania amid warnings of heavy rain, flash flooding and damaging winds. The Bureau of Meteorology has cancelled a severe weather warning for New South Wales, but flood warnings remain in place …

Far north Queensland coast braces for ex-Tropical Cyclone Winston, could bring up to 300mm of rain
9 years ago

Far north Queensland coast braces for ex-Tropical Cyclone Winston, could bring up to 300mm of rain

ABC  

Parts of the Queensland coast between Cairns and Townsville could cop up to 300 millimetres of rain within 24 hours, thanks to a low associated with ex-Tropical Cyclone Winston. "Six-hour rainfall accumulations in the 150 to 200 millimetre range are possible, with some 24 hour totals in excess of 300 millimetres likely," the warning read. BoM Cairns forecaster Bill O'Connor …

Rain pounds flooded north Queensland
14 years ago

Rain pounds flooded north Queensland

ABC  

More rain is forecast in flooded north Queensland as emergency crews work to flood-proof homes damaged by Cyclone Yasi. "There's still showers getting onto that coast and anticipating they will pick up in the latter part of today and into the night unfortunately," he said. "We're going to try and work on the tarps that have become loose and make …

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