An Emergency Alert Watch and Act has been issued for the Townsville area. Council advises localised flooding is happening at Bohle River and Blue Water Creek and urges residents in the area to Prepare to Leave.
Conditions could change quickly. Do not attempt to drive through flooded waters. Listen to local radio or go to Townsville Emergency Management and Disaster Dashboard at disaster.townsville.qld.gov.au.
Stay up to date with the latest warnings from the Bureau of Meteorology via bom.gov.au. For flood assistance, contact SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, dial Triple-Zero (000).
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).