Balonne River heights at Surat are expected to rise over coming days

Due to recent rain events east of the Maranoa, there has been a significant rise in river levels within the Condamine-Balonne catchment.

Council will be monitoring the Balonne River at Surat over the coming days with the Bureau of Meteorology predicting to expect a rise in river heights along the Balonne River to Surat later in the weekend.

Council would like to remind the community to remain cautious. Drivers are advised to check for road closures and weather warnings, before setting off. Remember – If it’s flooded, forget it. Visit Council’s Emergency Management Information Dashboard Dashboard (maranoa.qld.gov.au) for the latest updates.

Important contact information:

Life threatening emergencies

Call 000

Flood related emergencies

Contact SES on 132 500

Maranoa Regional Council

Visit Dashboard (maranoa.qld.gov.au) for road conditions, weather warnings and power outages

Department Transport and Main Roads

Visit www.131940.qld.gov.au for road conditions (State controlled roads)

Bureau of Meteorology

Visit http://www.bom.gov.au/ for weather updates