Redland City: the big wet | the aftermath

Live weather from Redland Weather Station 

Weather: 30: possible shower Partly cloudy. Medium (40%) chance of showers during this afternoon and evening. Winds southwesterly 15 to 25 km/h tending southerly 20 to 30 km/h in the middle of the day then becoming light in the evening.

► Police are reminding people that flood waters contain multiple hazards and are not safe places to swim or attempt to cross. 

Flooded creeks and rivers, fast flowing waterways and watercourses and churned up oceans are dangerous places to play. A quick dip, a bit of fun, shouldn’t end it tragedy, and shouldn’t risk the lives of emergency service personnel.

Contaminants such as dead and decaying animals, animal waste products, soil and oils, as well as dangerous objects such as building materials, trees and plant debris, after often found in flood waters.

Still not deterred? How about deadly and unpredictable undercurrents that can sweep away even the strongest of swimmers?

Stay away from and out of flood waters and dangerous surf.

The worst of the rain has now passed over the Redlands but Mayor Karen Williams says there are still dangers associated with the heavy rainfall dumped by ex-tropical cyclone Marcia.

Redland City Mayor Karen Williams warned residents to stay clear of creeks, drains and foreshores as rain run-off continues to swell local waterways.

“With heavy rain clearing, residents returning to their normal weekend routines might be tempted to check out flooded creeks, but the risks around our waterways will remain high as the substantial run-off from  this severe weather event continues to pour into creeks and drains,’’ Cr Williams said.

“Youngsters, particularly, may think they can have a bit of fun in the water on their boogie boards but it is extremely dangerous, as many of these run into deep drains.

"The consequences can be fatal, so I urge parents to ensure children know of the dangers.’’

Cr Williams said residents should continue to avoid beaches, foreshores and flooded areas, and not be tempted to cross inundated roads.

3pm: The Coochiemudlo Island Ferry Service is still running in this weather, and is not anticipating any disruptions at this stage

2:30pm: The Stradbroke Ferries 4.45pm from Redland Bay vehicle ferry service to the Southern Moreton Bay Islands will not be operating  today.

1:30pm:  Update on conditions in Redlands: Redland City Council has advice from the Bureau of Meteorology that the torrential rainfall over the Redlands will dissipate by early afternoon.

► The heaviest falls have been experienced on North Stradbroke and the Southern Moreton Bay islands as ex-Tropical Cyclone Marcia moved over the bay.

► Local creeks and waterways are swollen and will continue to be potentially dangerous. Localised flooding is expected to continue for the next few hours.

► Residents are reminded that tidal surges have the potential to impact coastal and low-lying areas. Council and SES crews are on the ground assessing at risk areas and will door-knock if required.

► The Redland Local Disaster Co-ordination Centre will remain operating until 6pm this evening and will then continue to monitor the situation.

► Sandbags: If required, sandbags are still available at the Redland Showground (Norm Price Park), Long Street, Cleveland.

 ► Only residents with mobility issues should call SES on 132 500 for assistance.

 ► Ferry services: All ferry services are currently running. Passengers should with operators for updates.

1:05pm: Road condition updates

Closures:

Traffic issues:

Water over road:

12:50pm:  Police are conducting traffic control duties at several locations on Alperton Road, Burbank after a car crashed into a powerpole bringing down powerlines at 11.40am. Avoid the area if you can. The male driver, who was trapped for a period of time, was taken to the Princess Alexandra Hospital with serious injuries. It is anticipated that Alperton Road will be closed for an extended period

12:45pm: Powerlines down: Energex have reported 112 homes in Mount Cotton, 125 homes in Redland Bay without power. next update expected 2:30pm

12:15 pm:  Stradbroke Ferries vehicle ferry service from Cleveland is continuing to operate to a normal timetable today. The Stradbroke Ferries water taxi service from Cleveland is continuing to operate to a normal timetable today. The Stradbroke Ferries vehicle ferry service to the Southern Moreton Bay Islands is continuing to operate to a normal timetable today

11:55am: Redland City's turn now: The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 11:50 am, severe thunderstorms were detected on weather radar near Point Lookout and waters off North Stradbroke Island. These thunderstorms are moving towards the south. They are forecast to affect southern parts of North Stradbroke Island and northern parts of North Stradbroke Island by 12:20 pm and South Stradbroke Island, Jacobs Well, Russell Island and waters off South Stradbroke Island by 12:50 pm.

11:50am: Video: Bailey Road Birkdale

11:40am: Birkdale Road, Wellington Point, near Sovereign Waters 

10:50am  The Bureau of Meteorology warns that severe thunderstorms were detected on weather radar near Redcliffe, northern Moreton Island, Comboyuro Point and Cape Moreton. These thunderstorms are moving towards the southeast. They are forecast to affect Brisbane Airport, Nudgee, Mud Island and southern Moreton Island by 11:20 am and Cleveland, Dunwich, Peel Island and Point Lookout by 11:50 am.

Destructive winds and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding are likely.

10:15am  Reports of trees down at Bunker Road, Victoria Point, Council tree crew is heading out to deal with them.

►A tropical low is expected to hit the Redlands late Saturday  morning, bringing the possibility of strong winds and heavy rainfall, combined with abnormally high tides. Residents living on the foreshore should prepare for higher than usual tides, while all residents should stay away from foreshores.

► Redland City Council also advises that roads are flooding, so please obey warning signs and do not enter floodwaters.

►The sandbag station is still operating at Redlands Showgrounds.

► People can also call 132 500 for assistance.

FRIDAY 6:30PM:  Residents of Brewer Street, Capalaba, are being advised that they may experience flooding overnight and tomorrow due to the higher-than-usual incoming tides into Tingalpa Creek around 11pm Friday t and 11am Saturday.

Evacuations are not considered necessary but SES members are  door-knocking the area to ensure all Brewer Street residents are fully aware of the potential for flooding from nearby Tingalpa Creek.