A MINOR flood warning has been issued for the Albert and Logan rivers, with Wolffdene, Beenleigh, Maclean Bridge and Parklands expected to be affected this afternoon (Sunday).
Weather bureau alerts said catchments were saturated and any further rainfall would cause further river and creek rises.
On Sunday morning, river levels were below minor flood levels and were falling, however there was a close watch on a low pressure system off the Fraser Coast which was expected to make its way south.
It was expected to stay off the coast, but there remained a threat of severe rainfall if it moved inland.
Police were repeating calls for people to remain vigilant and to stay safe on the roads.
Police said severe weather and flooding had seen motorists, pedestrians and boaties unnecessarily lose their lives and they consequently issued a public plea to heed the warnings and advice of authorities and to re-think their need to travel during intense, heavy or persistent rainfall or severe weather events.
“Intense rain, damaging winds and embedded severe thunderstorm activity can result in extremely hazardous conditions on roadways,” they said.
“Trying to navigate these hazards, either in vehicles or on foot, can be treacherous, as water levels rise and fall quickly, and very often with little or no warning.
“Members of the public are urged to avoid roads, creeks and bridges likely to be impacted by rapidly rising water, storm debris and flood damage. Motorists are also reminded that road closures and road conditions can and do change rapidly, often within minutes.”
Importantly, people should re-think plans to be on roads where flash flooding can and does occur without warning, they said.
“If driving please travel with extreme caution and drive to the prevailing weather and road conditions – plan your trip, allow additional travel time, incorporating travelling at lower speeds, delays and diversions and remember: If It’s Flooded: Forget It and just back it up,” they said.
“Parents are also reminded to ensure their children are not playing in flood prone waterways, watercourses and drains.”
