What suburbs flooded Townsville?

Some Townsville suburbs, particularly Rosslea, Hermit Park, and Idalia, experienced major inundation, with pockets of intense rainfall causing dangerous flash flooding in the northern suburb of Bluewater.

Is Kelso a flood zone?

The study area of Kelso extends from the caravan park in the north to the southern end of Kelso Bay (Figure 1). Kelso is potentially subject to coastal erosion (periodic or progressive), flooding from the sea, flooding from peak river flows and erosion along the river banks.

What suburbs flooded Brisbane?

Flood Affected Suburbs in Brisbane

Why does Townsville have so much rainfall?

The Townsville area has a tropical climate but, due to its geographical location, rainfall is not as high as elsewhere in the tropics. The monsoon winds coming down from the northern hemisphere pick up abundant heat and moisture to feed into the monsoon trough, often producing widespread flooding rains over the region.

How many animals died in the Queensland floods?

In February, about 600,000 cattle were killed by catastrophic flooding across north Queensland’s Carpentaria Gulf plains. The flood waters rose suddenly, forming a wall of water up to 70km wide.

Does it flood in Kingaroy?

Kingaroy was hit by a storm on Monday 18 January with water entering the Kingaroy Hospital during the intense downpour, causing flooding. A Darling Downs Health spokesperson credited the incident to the current storm season and La Nina weather pattern, which typically brings increased rainfall.

Did karalee flood in 2011?

In January 2011 Karalee had minor riverside flooding along the Brisbane River east of Colleges Crossing, but flooding from the Bremer River was extensive. The Warrego Highway was covered and water flowed north to the edge of the primary school….Floods 2011.

How do you know if a house has been flooded?

A home inspector can look at potential water damage by looking for stains near the baseboards or ceiling. This will be the most concrete way of determining whether or not the home has flooded in the past. This reports past flood claims filed by the owner, but NOT flood damage at the property when no claim was filed.

Where are the floods in Queensland 2020?

Brisbane suburbs including Pullenvale, Kenmore, Woolloongabba, Moorooka, Holland Park, Tarragindi and Durack all experienced flash flooding.

Why is it so hot in Townsville?

Allowing direct sunlight into the home, especially during the hottest part of the year, will create a hot and uncomfortable environment. Townsville is at approximately 19 degrees latitude, which is north of the Tropic of Capricorn, the southern border of the tropics.

How many days a year does it rain in Townsville?

91 rain days
The average annual rainfall is 1143mm on an average 91 rain days, most of which falls in the six month “wet season” November to April. Due to the “hit or miss” nature of tropical lows and thunderstorms, there is considerable variation from year to year.

Where are the flood warnings in Townsville QLD?

An Emergency Alert flood message has been issued for residents in areas in Rosslea. Townsville City Council has advised intense rainfall on top of already elevated flood levels may affect these areas, causing fast-moving and rapidly-rising water levels, leading to flash flooding. Residents in this suburb should get to higher ground immediately.

Where is the North ward of Townsville located?

The North Ward study covers some of the oldest and most valuable areas of Townsville including the iconic landmarks of The Strand, and Castel Hill. The catchment also contains over 1500 residential properties, the older of which are particularly flood prone.

What does a storm tide in Townsville mean?

The Townsville City Council Storm Tide Evacuation Guide defines a storm tide as: ‘A rise above the normal water level along a shore that is the result of a tropical cyclone.’

What was the cause of the tsunami in Townsville?

A tsunami is a series of waves generated by a sudden upward movement of the ocean floor, normally due to earthquakes and is NOT related to a cyclonic event. The Townsville City Council has Townsville flood zone maps available on their website that detail Townsville flood areas and we recommend you view these maps prior to signing your contract.