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Maroochydore may experience significant rainfall today, with forecasts suggesting up to 130mm is possible, according to the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). On the Sunshine Coast, isolated areas could see even more, with totals reaching as high as 150mm.
This intense weather could lead to severe consequences, including the risk of flash flooding in affected areas.
The BOM has cautioned that the exact location of the heaviest downpour remains uncertain, especially across the state’s southeast. The agency predicts that the inclement weather might persist into tomorrow morning.
Meanwhile, the northern interior is also being pounded by heavy rainfall, with approximately 50mm recorded in just six hours earlier today.
Regions east of Mount Isa, including towns like Winton and Cloncurry, are under alert as they prepare for potential flooding and substantial rain.
Sardine Creek, a small township in the region, recorded over 100mm of rain in just six hours overnight.
The BOM has issued several instructions to residents in impacted regions, urging them not to drive into floodwaters.
“Go inside a strong building now. Stay inside until the storm has passed,” they said.