Record-Breaking Rainfall Triggers Severe Flooding Across North Queensland

Communities face supply shortages, infrastructure damage, and ongoing weather warnings as recovery efforts intensify.

North Queensland has recorded unprecedented rainfall, with some areas surpassing their highest monthly totals within the first week of February.
Major flood warnings remain in effect for multiple rivers, including the Herbert, Burdekin, and Haughton, with risks of dangerous flash flooding and landslides.
The collapse of the Ollera Creek Bridge has left communities like Ingham isolated, complicating efforts to deliver essential supplies such as food, fuel, and drinking water.
The Queensland government has mobilized emergency services, helicopters, and barges to distribute supplies, while urging residents to avoid panic-buying as resupply efforts continue.
Premier David Crisafulli has pledged to rebuild infrastructure to more resilient standards and emphasized the long-term recovery commitment for affected regions.