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Australian Government Bureau of MeteorologyMinor Flood Warning for the Norman River
Issued at 3:27 pm EST on Friday 3 February 2023
Flood Warning Number: 17
MINOR FLOODING TO CONTINUE AT NORMANTON DURING FRIDAY AND INTO THE WEEKEND
Isolated totals of 60-80 mm were recorded in the 24-hours to 3:00 pm Friday. Further showers and thunderstorms are forecast over the weekend. The situation is being closely monitored, and warnings will be updated as necessary.
Norman River:
Minor flooding is expected to continue along the Norman River between Yappar River and Normanton.
The Norman River at Normanton is currently at 2.59 metres and rising, with minor flooding. The Norman River at Normanton is expected to remain above the minor flood level (2.00 m) during Friday and into the weekend.
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it's flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts
Next Issue:
The next warning will be issued by 04:00 pm EST on Monday 06 February 2023.
Latest River Heights:
| Location | Height of River (m) | Tendency | Date/Time of Observation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilbert R at Rockfields TM | 5.15 | Steady | 01:00 PM FRI 03/02/23 |
| Einasleigh R at Einasleigh TM | 5.25 | Steady | 12:00 PM FRI 03/02/23 |
| Etheridge R at Roseglen TM | 2.09 | Falling | 01:00 PM FRI 03/02/23 |
| Gilbert R at Burke Dev Rd TM | 5.00 | Steady | 01:00 PM FRI 03/02/23 |
| Norman R d/s Yappar R Junction TM | 0.0 | Steady | 09:00 AM FRI 03/02/23 |
| Norman R at Glenore Weir TM | 9.82 | Steady | 01:00 PM FRI 03/02/23 |
| Norman R at Normanton TM | 2.59 | Rising | 12:00 PM FRI 03/02/23 |
| Karumba Tide TM | 3.14 | Steady | 02:02 PM FRI 03/02/23 |
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.