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Tropical Low Threatens Queensland with Flooding and Winds

3/6/2026

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A tropical low is forecast to cross near Innisfail in Far North Queensland, bringing heavy rainfall and damaging winds with up to 240mm in six hours.
Residents are warned to seek higher ground amid flood risk.
Emergency services are prepared with sandbag stations.
The Daintree ferry broke free due to rising waters.
The Bureau of Meteorology has canceled cyclone watch as the system moves south.

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Story summary

A tropical low is forecast to cross near Innisfail in Far North Queensland, bringing heavy rainfall and damaging winds with up to 240mm in six hours.
Residents are warned to seek higher ground amid flood risk.
Emergency services are prepared with sandbag stations.
The Daintree ferry broke free due to rising waters.
The Bureau of Meteorology has canceled cyclone watch as the system moves south.