Weather Warnings - Severe Weather Warning

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Cancellation Severe Weather Warning
for North Tropical Coast and Tablelands Forecast District.
Issued at 8:39 am Friday, 19 February 2021.
cancellation severe weather warning for the following areas:
North Tropical Coast and Tablelands
Severe weather is no longer occurring in QUEENSLAND.
Rain areas with embedded heavier shower and thunderstorm activity will continue across the North Tropical Coast. However, widespread heavy rainfall, which may lead to flash flooding is no longer expected.
The immediate threat of severe weather has passed, but the situation will continue to be monitored and further warnings will be issued if necessary.
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services advises that people should:
* Beware of fallen trees and powerlines.
* Never drive, walk or ride through flood waters. If it's flooded, forget it.
* For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500.
No further warnings will be issued for this event.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and Queensland Fire and Emergency Services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.
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