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UPDATED 02/02/2025 10:25am: NO LONGER CURRENT

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ADVICE

Flood Watch Issued for Cassowary Coast

Warning area: Cassowary Coast Region

BoM Flood Watch Issued for North Tropical Coast and Central Coast 12:07pm

Cassowary Coast residents are advised of potential minor to moderate flooding, with isolated major flooding possible from Saturday due to heavy rainfall. A tropical low in the Coral Sea is bringing increased rainfall and strong onshore winds.

Key points:

  • Heavy rain is expected from Friday, with the heaviest falls likely near the coast and over higher terrain.
  • River levels may rise again from Friday evening, with possible flooding in local catchments.
  • Elevated tides may worsen flooding in coastal areas.

Some communities may become isolated, and transport routes could be disrupted.

Affected catchments include:

  • Johnstone River, Murray River, and Herbert River
  • Tully River, Mulgrave and Russell Rivers (currently under flood warnings)

What You Should Do:

Stay informed:

Stay safe and take precautions. If it’s flooded, forget it.

The next update will be sent when the situation changes.