Flood warnings have been issued in Queensland, Australia, due to the impact of ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji, causing intense rainfall. The Bureau of Meteorology has issued multiple flood alerts in central, northeast, and northwest Queensland following exceptionally heavy rainfall. In Clermont, a small town northwest of Brisbane, residents in low-lying areas were instructed to move to higher ground as a precaution.
Over 300 properties in Clermont are without power, with the town isolated by floodwaters. Three individuals were rescued from floodwaters in Clermont, with two men rescued from their car roof in the early hours of the morning. Additionally, two others managed to reach safety after being stranded on a vehicle roof.
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji, which hit Queensland’s northeast coast, has brought damaging winds and heavy rainfall, moving westward across the state. Queensland’s Premier, David Crisafulli, has warned communities in western Queensland to remain vigilant due to the potential for further devastating rainfall. While no human casualties have been reported, nearly 50,000 livestock are missing or presumed dead in the floods.
