Currently a moist climate system is stretching from Herbert to the Whitsundays within the state’s north.
It’s anticipated to trace south and hit Mackay early this afternoon.
Overnight, the heaviest falls have been round Townsville, Bowen, and Ayr.
Lake Proserpine recorded 280mm of rain in 24 hours.
Hamilton Island recorded 234mm in 24 hours, an 18-year file.
A extreme climate warning is in place from Townsville right down to Mackay.
Rescuers have been saved busy as nicely, with three individuals together with two youngsters rescued from a swollen river in Palm Grove.
They have been clinging to a tree for an hour earlier than they might be helped, they usually stay in hospital in a steady situation.
Pub goes underwater in WA outback flood catastrophe
Major roads together with the Bruce Highway have additionally been minimize off, forcing truckies and different drivers to drag over to the aspect of the highway and wait.
Minor to average flood warnings are in place as of this morning, however that’s anticipated to vary because the climate intensified.
Forecasters are additionally anticipating massive tides later this week, which might trigger main points.
