Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Gulf Country Forecast District.

Issued at 7:34 am Monday, 18 November 2024.

Heavy rainfall with slow moving storms over the Gulf Country.

Weather Situation:
A large complex of slow moving thunderstorms around the Burketown area and the Gulf Country coast are causing localised heavy rainfall. This area of storms is expected to gradually move to the west during the day.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Mornington Island, Doomadgee and Burketown.

Emergency services advise people to:
* Park your car undercover away from trees.
* Close doors and windows.
* Keep asthma medications close by. Storms and wind can trigger asthma attacks.
* Charge mobile phones and power banks in case the power goes out.
* Put your pets somewhere safe and make sure they can be identified in case they get lost.
* Do not drive now unless you have to because conditions are dangerous.
* Tell friends, family and neighbours in the area.
* Go inside a strong building now. Stay inside until the storm has passed.