THE Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has released a severe weather warning for South East Queensland.
A BOM spokesperson said Southeast Queensland and northern New South Wales will be first to receive a deluge of rainfall caused by a developing east coast low.
“Widespread falls in the range of 20-80mm are forecast for inland areas for both states beginning tomorrow, with possible thunderstorms,” they said.
Acting Queensland regional director Bruce Gunn said rainfall would increase to a range of 50mm to 150mm in coastal regions of south-east Queensland and northern NSW, with the heaviest falls in these areas expected on Saturday afternoon.
“With events like this, localised falls in excess of 250mm are possible, particularly in coastal areas and at elevation including the Sunshine Coast Hinterland and ranges extending south into NSW,” he said.
With a king tide expected and huge seas creating dangerous surf conditions, significant coastal inundation and beach erosion is likely.
Members of the public are urged to stay tuned for updated forecasts and warnings, follow the advice of local emergency services and not to drive, ride or walk through flood water.
A Flood Watch has been issued today for Queensland and NSW rivers, and this along with Severe Weather Warnings, will be updated progressively throughout this event.
For further information. Including Flood and Weather Warnings, and rainfall and radar information, go to the bureau’s website at www.bom.gov.au
