Weather Warning

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology Queensland TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Cancellation Of Severe Weather Warning for Peninsula Forecast District. Issued at 10:53 am Wednesday, 13 March 2024. Risk for widespread heavy rainfall over northern Cape York Peninsula has eased. Weather Situation The monsoon trough extends across far northern Cape York Peninsula. A weak low within the trough will move eastwards into the northern Coral Sea, and is no longer expected to have a significant impact over northern Cape York Peninsula. cancellation of severe weather warning for the following areas: Peninsula Widespread heavy rainfall is no longer expected in the next day or two. More localised and brief heavy falls with thunderstorm activity remains possible over northern Cape York Peninsula and Torres Strait; Severe Thunderstorm Warnings will be issued as necessary. 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. 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 emergency services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.