Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology Queensland TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Cancellation Of Severe Weather Warning for Herbert and Lower Burdekin Forecast District. Issued at 9:39 am Friday, 2 January 2026. Heavy rainfall has eased for today, with redevelopment possible during the weekend. Weather Situation Heavy rainfall has eased for now with converging winds having moved offshore. There is a slight chance of heavy falls redeveloping about the Townsville coastal area overnight tonight. More broadly, isolated areas of heavy rainfall may develop about coastal areas from Ayr to Cairns over the weekend, and warnings will be issued as necessary. cancellation of severe weather warning for the following areas: Herbert and Lower Burdekin This warning is now cancelled. Further warnings are possible for this event during the weekend. Separate flood watches and/or warnings are concurrent at the time of issue. Visit https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts for more information. Emergency services advise people to: * Never drive, walk, play or ride through floodwater. It is dangerous. * Stay away from storm water drains. * Stay away from fallen powerlines. * Drive slowly and never drive through floodwaters. If the road is flooded or damaged, go another way. * For storm help, call the SES on 132 500 or download the free SES Assistance QLD app. No further warnings will be issued for this event. Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and emergency services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.