Up to 240mm of rain expected to fall in six hours on Friday, BoM says, which could lead to dangerous flash flooding Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Far North Queensland residents are being told to seek higher ground with warnings of severe weather and heavy rain on the way. The region is bracing for a tropical low to cross the coast but many locals have been told to leave due to flooding. Police issued a flood emergency warning for the Daintree River at 9.30pm on Thursday, saying flash flooding was occurring and residents should move to safety. Continue reading...
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THU · 2026-03-05 · 22:03 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0305-21840
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Far north Queensland residents told to seek higher ground as tropical low heads for coast
Far north Queensland residents are being urged to seek higher ground due to an approaching tropical low expected to bring severe weather and heavy rainfall. The Bureau of Meteorology forecasts up to 240mm of rain in six hours on Friday, increasing the risk of dangerous flash flooding.
Australian Associated PressThe Guardian - World NewsFiled 2026-03-05 · 22:03 GMTLean · Center-LeftRead · 1 min
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Far north Queensland residents are being urged to seek higher ground due to an approaching tropical low expected to bring severe weather and heavy rainfall. The Bureau of Meteorology forecasts up to 240mm of rain in six hours on Friday, increasing the risk of dangerous flash flooding. Police issued a flood emergency warning for the Daintree River at 9:30 PM on Thursday, advising residents to evacuate due to ongoing flash flooding. The warning emphasizes the need for residents to prioritize their safety and move to higher ground immediately. The region is bracing for the tropical low to cross the coast.
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Flash flooding was occurring and residents should move to safety.
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Police issued a flood emergency warning for the Daintree River at 9.30pm on Thursday.
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Far north Queensland residents are being told to seek higher ground.
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Up to 240mm of rain expected to fall in six hours on Friday.
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