Prepare to leave - Redlynch, Brinsmead, Lower Freshwater and Kamerunga
MEDIA RELEASE
Published: 17th December 2023. (Note: information was correct at date of publication but may have since been changed or superseded.)
Prepare to leave - Watch and Act - Flood
Redlynch, Brinsmead, Lower Freshwater and Kamerunga
Flood as at 4.30pm Sunday 17 December 2023.
People downstream of Copperlode Falls Dam must PREPARE TO MOVE TO HIGHER GROUND.
Water in Freshwater Creek is rising and there is a risk of localised flash flooding for properties in close proximity to Freshwater Creek.
If your life is in danger, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.
For flood and storm emergency help, call the SES on 132 500 or download the SES Assistance QLD app.
What you should do:
- Prepare to leave so you can go quickly and safely if the flood gets worse. Get ready now.
- Stay away from creeks and rivers.
- If you come to a flooded road, turn around and go another way. If it’s flooded, forget it.
More information:
- Stay informed at Cairns Disaster Dashboard https://disaster.cairns.qld.gov.au/
- Tune in to 105.1 for ABC Radio National.
- Weather warnings go to http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/cairns/
The next update will be sent when the situation changes.
Last Updated: 17 December 2023
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