Brisbane Times
274,000 without power across SEQ amid risk of life-threatening flash flooding
Premier David Crisafulli said the south-east power outages were the most significant in a decade, adding: “The challenges now are flash flooding.”
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Gold Coast Batters by Cyclone Alfred: Residents Urged to Stay Indoors
Cyclone Alfred Aftermath: Gold Coast Residents Urged to Stay Indoors The Gold Coast is still reeling from the impact of Cyclone Alfred, which was downgraded to a tropical low on Saturday morning. Despite the downgrade, warnings remain in place for severe rain and flooding, as authorities assess widespread damage and work to restore power to thousands of homes. "We have trees down everywhere and powerlines down," Acting Gold Coast Mayor Donna Gates told ABC, urging residents to stay inside for the next 24 to 36 hours. "So we urge people not to go anywhere near those powerlines." Images from the video show significant flooding, downed trees and power lines, and damage to beachside infrastructure, including a lifeguard tower partially submerged in the sand. The Queensland Premier, David Crisafulli, warned that the situation is far from over, and the Prime Minister echoed the sentiment, urging people to observe caution and treat the weather event seriously. The scenes of destruction highlight the need for continued vigilance and preparedness in the face of severe weather events.
