Hinchinbrook Emergency Alert: 4:35 AM, Feb 2

An EMERGENCY ALERT has been issued at 04:35am 2 February 2025 by Hinchinbrook LDMG .

EMERGENCY WARNING – TAKE SHELTER NOW. DANGEROUS FLOODING happening now. Ingham Pump Station forecast to reach 15 metres early afternoon, 2 February 2025. 1967 floods peaked at 15.2 meters. Ingham Showgrounds Evacuation Centre open.

If it is too dangerous to leave, get up as high as you can. Listen to local radio or go to https://disaster.hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au/.

For assistance with a life-threatening situation phone Triple Zero (000) immediately.

For assistance with non-life-threatening situations - such as help with a damaged roof or storm damage - phone SES on 132 500.

Keep up to date with the latest weather advice at Queensland Warnings Summary (bom.gov.au).

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