Source: Bureau of Meteorology
For people in Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders and parts of
Gulf Country, North Tropical Coast and Tablelands, Herbert and
Lower Burdekin, North West and Central West Forecast
Districts.
Issued at 2:46 pm Wednesday, 3 February 2021.
Heavy thunderstorms are likely across the northern interior.
Weather Situation:
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds and
heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area
over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected
include Winton, Georgetown, Richmond and Julia Creek.
62mm in an hour to 2:15pm at Upper Rudd Ck (east of
Georgetown).
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.
03/Feb/2021 03:53 PM
