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There is a serious weather emergency playing out right now in Far North Queensland as the region continues to be impacted by ex-Tropical Cyclone Jasper. There is still more rain to come.
Some communities have received up to 600mm of rain in the past day.
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Some communities have received up to 600mm of rain in the past day.
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More than 10,000 Homes are without power. Thank you to Ergon workers for their hard work over the last few days, when it is safe to do so they will reconnect power.
Roads have been cut off, with some bridges damaged beyond use. Remember, if it’s flooded forget it.
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Roads have been cut off, with some bridges damaged beyond use. Remember, if it’s flooded forget it.
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We’ve heard reports of people swimming in floodwaters, you’re putting yourself and our emergency workers at risk. Stay out of floodwaters.
Keep clear of creeks and waterways, they are still subject to flash flooding. And please stay off the roads as much as possible.
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Keep clear of creeks and waterways, they are still subject to flash flooding. And please stay off the roads as much as possible.
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We have a plan for recovery, with the QRA to hit the ground when conditions are safe to do so.
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