10/01/2022
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This advice is no longer current. Find the latest update here:
https://www.facebook.com/CairnsDisasterCentre/posts/294984126006857
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⚠️ Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for HEAVY RAINFALL
For people in parts of North Tropical Coast and Tablelands Forecast District.
Issued at 6:34 pm Monday, 10 January 2022.
SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS AROUND THE PERIPHERY OF TROPICAL CYCLONE TIFFANY
Weather Situation: A cluster of possible severe thunderstorms are developing around the southeastern periphery of Tropical Cyclone Tiffany
Severe thunderstorms are capable of producing heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Cairns, Port Douglas, Mareeba, Mossman, Yarrabah, Gordonvale, Babinda, Julatten and Redlynch.
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services advises that people should:
* 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.
The next warning is due to be issued by 9:35 pm.