Queensland Faces Flooding Challenges as Ex-Cyclone Alfred Moves Offshore

Brisbane narrowly avoids minor flooding, while other areas in Queensland experience significant impacts from heavy rains and rising waters.

The Brisbane River peaked below minor flood levels during high tide on Tuesday, sparing the city from more severe flooding.
Flash flooding over the weekend inundated homes in Brisbane, with areas like Lockyer Valley and Ipswich heavily impacted by water levels from creeks and rivers.
Ex-Cyclone Alfred has moved away from the coast, with only light rainfall expected in the coming days, providing some relief to affected regions.
Nearly 10,000 insurance claims have been lodged for damage caused by the storm, prompting scrutiny of insurers’ responses by federal and state leaders.
Wildlife rescue groups reported an influx of injured animals, including koalas and kangaroos, as high winds and floodwaters disrupted habitats across Queensland and northern NSW.