Queensland Faces Severe Flooding After Days of Heavy Rainfall

Emergency alerts and flood warnings issued as intense rainfall triggers flash flooding, road closures, and power outages across the state.

A major flood warning has been issued for Logan River, with water levels at Beaudesert exceeding 8 meters and expected to peak further today.
Emergency alerts have been issued for Jandowae Creek and South Burnett, urging residents in low-lying areas to prepare or evacuate due to flash flooding risks.
Flash flooding has cut off major roads, including sections of the D'Aguilar and Burnett Highways, while two people were rescued from floodwaters in South Burnett overnight.
Over 150 properties remain without power in affected areas, with restoration efforts delayed due to unsafe conditions caused by flooding.
Queensland's southeast recorded record-breaking rainfall totals, with some areas receiving over 100mm in 24 hours, marking one of the wettest Decembers in over a decade.