Avvisi ufficiali di maltempo vicino a Plainby

River level rises are occurring along the Flinders River downstream of Richmond. Major flooding is possible at Walkers Bend. The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is currently at 3.70 m and rising, below the minor flood level. The Flinders River at Walkers Bend is likely to exceed the minor flood level (5.00 m) overnight Saturday into Sunday. The river is likely to exceed the moderate flood level (5.30 m) Sunday afternoon. The river may reach around the major flood level (8.00 m) around Wednesday 25 February. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

FLOODING LIKELY TO BECOME MORE WIDESPREAD OVER THE NEXT FEW DAYS A trough will linger across northern Queensland for several days, gradually contracting to Far North Queensland over this weekend. A weak tropical low (26U) lies within the trough and will linger near the Northern Territory far western Queensland border before shifting southward from Sunday or early next week. Moderate to locally heavy falls are possible, with the highest totals likely close to the coast and ranges. Catchments are relatively wet to very wet after recent rainfall, with river level rises and areas of flooding likely to become more widespread over the next few days. Rapid river level rises and flash flooding are possible in areas that receive the heaviest rainfall. Road closures and community isolation are occurring in some areas, with additional areas likely to be affected over the next few days. The situation will be monitored closely and Flood Warnings will be issued as required.