Queensland - possible Tropical Low developing
Mar 7th 2011, 12:00 am
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Re: Queensland - possible Tropical Low developing
some phots which I found of the road closures in cairns atm
http://forum.weatherzone.com.au/ubbt...t_Season_2010_
http://forum.weatherzone.com.au/ubbt...t_Season_2010_
Mar 7th 2011, 12:27 am
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Re: Queensland - possible Tropical Low developing
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST SEVERE WEATHER WARNING for Heavy Rain leading to Flash Flooding For the North Tropical Coast and Tablelands and Herbert and Lower Burdekin forecast districts. Issued at 11:05 am on Monday 7 March 2011 Synoptic Situation: The monsoon trough extends from the Cairns area to the Gulf Country. The monsoon trough in combination with fresh to strong SE'ly winds to its south is expected to produce further rain areas and thunderstorms. Some heavy rainfalls will possibly cause flash flooding along the coast between Cooktown and Bowen, extending inland to the ranges [including the Atherton Tablelands]. Flood warnings are current for coastal rivers and adjacent inland streams between Cooktown and Townsville. The State Emergency Service advises that people in the affected area should: . Avoid driving, walking or riding through flood waters . Take care on the roads, especially in heavy downpours . Avoid swimming in swollen rivers and creeks Contact the SES on 132 500 for emergency assistance if required. The next warning is due to be issued by 5pm EST Monday. This warning is also available through TV and Radio broadcasts; the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 219.
Mar 7th 2011, 7:51 am
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Re: Queensland - possible Tropical Low developing
I got in fine. Lots locals not at work due to flooded roads. Rivers look very swollen.
Mar 7th 2011, 9:25 am
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Re: Queensland - possible Tropical Low developing
The monsoon is VERY active, and in combination with fresh to strong SE'ly winds to its south, is expected to produce further rain areas and thunderstorms. Heavy rainfall will lead to flash flooding along the coast and adjacent ranges between Cooktown and Ayr.
Peak rainfall area seems to be around Townsville today - some stations have recorded over 260mm since 9am (thats about 12 hours)
Mar 9th 2011, 8:37 pm
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Re: Queensland - possible Tropical Low developing
Horrednous amounts of water up there. EMQ were issuing evacuation alerts around midnight in some areas due to flash flooding in rivers on the Tablelands.
The monsoon is VERY active, and in combination with fresh to strong SE'ly winds to its south, is expected to produce further rain areas and thunderstorms. Heavy rainfall will lead to flash flooding along the coast and adjacent ranges between Cooktown and Ayr.
Peak rainfall area seems to be around Townsville today - some stations have recorded over 260mm since 9am (thats about 12 hours)
The monsoon is VERY active, and in combination with fresh to strong SE'ly winds to its south, is expected to produce further rain areas and thunderstorms. Heavy rainfall will lead to flash flooding along the coast and adjacent ranges between Cooktown and Ayr.
Peak rainfall area seems to be around Townsville today - some stations have recorded over 260mm since 9am (thats about 12 hours)
Mar 9th 2011, 9:00 pm
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Mar 9th 2011, 11:43 pm
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Re: Queensland - possible Tropical Low developing
The locals are looking forward to the dry. Off to sunny Sydney now.
