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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

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Cancellation Of Severe Thunderstorm Warning

for North Tropical Coast and Tablelands Forecast District.

Issued at 6:08 pm Friday, 2 January 2026.

Weather Situation
Thunderstorm activity has weakened and become more isolated in the past hour. However, deep tropical moisture and instability remains in place over much of northern Queensland, and there is some potential for slow-moving shower and thunderstorm with a risk of localised heavy falls to redevelop later tonight.
cancellation of severe thunderstorm warning for the following areas:
North Tropical Coast and Tablelands
This warning is now cancelled.
102 mm of rainfall was recorded at Clyde Road near Babinda in the 60 minutes to 4:24 pm

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.
Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and emergency services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Cancellation Of Severe Thunderstorm Warning

for North Tropical Coast and Tablelands Forecast District.

Issued at 6:08 pm Friday, 2 January 2026.

Weather Situation
Thunderstorm activity has weakened and become more isolated in the past hour. However, deep tropical moisture and instability remains in place over much of northern Queensland, and there is some potential for slow-moving shower and thunderstorm with a risk of localised heavy falls to redevelop later tonight.
cancellation of severe thunderstorm warning for the following areas:
North Tropical Coast and Tablelands
This warning is now cancelled.
102 mm of rainfall was recorded at Clyde Road near Babinda in the 60 minutes to 4:24 pm

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.
Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and emergency services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Final Flood Warning For The Murray River
Issued at 09:27 AM AEST on Friday 02 January 2026
Flood Warning Number: 7

RIVER LEVELS AT MURRAY FLATS PEAKED BELOW MINOR THURSDAY AFTERNOON
Rainfall and thunderstorms are forecast over the coming days and renewed rises are possible. The situation is being closely monitored, and warnings will be issued as necessary.
A Flood Watch is current for adjoining catchments.

Murray River:
Flooding has peaked below minor along the Murray River.
No observations are currently available for the Murray River at Murray Flats.
The Murray River at Murray Flats is likely to remain below the minor flood level (7.00 m).

Flood Safety Advice:
Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.disaster.qld.gov.au/warnings.}
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

Next issue:
This is a final warning. No further warnings will be issued for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Cardwell Tide,4.08,rising,8:59 am Fri 02/01/26
Murray River at Upper Murray,3.35,rising,9:02 am Fri 02/01/26

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.