Source: Bureau of Meteorology
For people in parts of Peninsula and Gulf Country Forecast
Districts.
Issued at 11:10 am Wednesday, 25 November 2020.
Weather Situation: An active area of thunderstorms continues over
the northern Gulf Country and southern Peninsula district.
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds and
heavy rainfall that may lead to localised flash flooding in the
warning area over the next several hours.
Locations which may be affected include Kowanyama, Dunbar, areas
to the east of Pormpuraaw, and areas to the south and west of
Musgrave.
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services advises that people
should:
* Move your car under cover or away from trees.
* Secure loose outdoor items.
* Never drive, walk or ride through flood waters. If it's flooded,
forget it.
* Seek shelter, preferably indoors and never under trees.
* Avoid using the telephone during a thunderstorm.
* Beware of fallen trees and powerlines.
* For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500.
25/Nov/2020 12:16 PM