Burdekin LDMG: stay safe, keep out of flooded waters
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Major flooding is occurring in the Haughton River with record amounts of rain falling in the catchment area overnight.
The Haughton River at Piccaninny, Majors Creek and Powerline are continuing to rise. The river is currently at 3.2 metres in Giru with floodwaters through the town. No habitable rooms have experienced inundation.
Burdekin Shire Council Mayor and Burdekin Local Disaster Management Group Chair Lyn McLaughlin advised residents to stay safe and keep out of flood waters.
“We’d like to remind everyone if it’s flooded, forget it. Not only do flood waters pose risks for motorists, we’ve also had crocodile sightings in Giru,” she said.
The Bruce Highway remains closed between Sandy Corner and Alligator creek due to flooding at the Barattas and Haughton River.
Any person who is seeking accommodation for tonight is encouraged to contact Burdekin Shire Council’s Customer Service Centre on (07) 4783 9800 to receive a list of local accommodation options available at varying prices.
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a minor flood warning for the Burdekin River. The LDMG and Emergency Services will continue to monitor the weather and river levels.
Residents concerned about the impact of floodwaters can now collect sandbags at the Ayr and Home Hill SES depots.
Ayr SES: McCathie Street, Ayr
Home Hill SES: Eleventh Avenue, Home Hill
Cr McLaughlin said the LDMG will continue to keep the community informed via the Burdekin Emergency Dashboard, Burdekin Shire Council Disaster Coordination Centre Facebook page and local radio.
In addition to the Bruce Highway, the following local roads are currently closed:
Ayr Ravenswood Road at Scott’s CreekAllen RoadBarratta Road at the intersection of Hall RoadBeachmount Road, WunjungaBrown Road at the intersection of George Bundy RoadCromarty Creek Boat Ramp RoadJerona RoadKirknie Road, Alligator CreekMulgrave RoadSibson Road at Koolkuna Road endViv Cox Bridge on Barratta RoadA conserve water notice continues to be in place for Giru and surrounding areas.
Residents are reminded that if it’s flooded, forget it.
For up to date flood warnings please visit http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/warnings.
For updates on disaster information please visit http://disaster.burdekin.qld.gov.au/ and follow the Burdekin Shire Council Disaster Coordination Centre on Facebook.
Media contact: Anna Grohn
Phone: (07) 4783 9800