Weather Warnings - Severe Weather Warning
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
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Cancellation Of Severe Weather Warning
for North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and Herbert and Lower Burdekin Forecast Districts.
Issued at 6:23 am Friday, 2 February 2024.
Widespread heavy rainfall no longer expected across the tropical north.
cancellation of severe weather warning for the following areas:
North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and Herbert and Lower Burdekin
Widespread severe weather is no longer expected across the tropical north. However, severe thunderstorms with heavy rainfall are considered possible today. Severe Thunderstorm Warnings will be issued, if required.
Significant rainfall observations since 9 am AEST Thursday:
127.0mm at Rollingstone
Emergency services advise people to:
* Never drive, walk, play or ride through floodwater. It is dangerous.
* Stay away from storm water drains.
* Stay away from fallen powerlines.
* Drive slowly and never drive through floodwaters. If the road is flooded or damaged, go another way.
* For storm help, call the SES on 132 500 or download the free SES Assistance QLD app.
No further warnings will be issued for this event.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and emergency services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.