An Emergency Alert flood message has been issued for residents in areas adjacent to the Bohle River, Saunders Creek and Stoney Creek, including the suburbs Deeragun, Jensen and Burdell.
Townsville City Council has advised intense rainfall may affect these areas, causing fast-moving and rapidly-rising water levels and leading to flash flooding.
Residents are advised to move to higher ground if they are concerned.
Contact Townsville City Council on 1800 738 541 or monitor the Townsville City Council website for more information www.townsville.qld.gov.au.
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