Rainfall up to 200mm as Qld braces for week of storms
Severe thunderstorms could bring heavy rainfall and flash flooding to parts of Queensland on Tuesday and for the rest of the week.
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A storm warning with the potential for flash flooding has been issued for parts of Queensland that were swamped by major flooding just a matter of weeks ago – but there is good news if you’ve been feeling the heat.
Stinger influx fears: Boy screaming in pain among seven stung by Irukandjis
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Hail, 100+mm rain dump, with more extreme weather on the way
Darling Downs businesses have been left mopping up after ferocious storms brought in heavy rainfall and lots of hail overnight. The extreme weather is set to continue with more storms forecast, plus a heatwave.
Beaches closed, flights delayed after volcano puts Qld on tsunami alert
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‘We’re still open’: Whitsundays guests asked for patience as staff face hostility
Hopeful holiday makers have been urged to keep their Whitsundays bookings amid reports of disgruntled guests verbally abusing tourism staff.
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