General News
12 January, 2026
Get ready for severe rainfall and winds
THE community is being advised by the Cairns Region Local Disaster Management Group to “stay informed” for severe weather that is approaching.
A LDMG spokesman said in a life-threatening situation, people should call triple zero (000) immediately.
“For non-life-threatening flood and storm emergency assistance, contact SES on 132500, 132500.qld.gov.au, or the SES Assistance Qld app on Android or iOS,” he said.
“Sand and sandbags for mitigating flood risk are available from Cairns region transfer stations during normal hours.”
To report disaster related information contact Cairns Region Local Disaster Coordination Centre on 1300 360 102.
“The Bureau of Meteorology advises a tropical low is approaching the north tropical coast, bringing heavy rainfall and damaging winds on Friday and Saturday,” the spokesman said.
“Heavy rainfall causes flash flooding and dangerous driving conditions. Six hourly rainfall totals between 100 to 150mm with isolated falls more than 200mm are possible,” he said.
“Damaging winds cause debris like fallen trees, powerlines could come down and the power could go out. East to southeasterly winds are predicted, averaging 55-65km/h with wind gusts to 90km/h.”
Separate flood watch and marine warnings are available from the bureau.
What you need to do:
Find out how to get ready for severe weather at the Get Ready Queensland website: www.bit.ly/3NltFVH
If living near water ways, preparing your home for risk of surface water inundation
Park your car under cover and away from trees, powerlines and flood risk
Secure and store loose outdoor items, such as outdoor furniture, trampolines and roofing material
Prepare for potential power outages.
For more visit: www.bit.ly/4qGm6Ho
