An Emergency Alert flood message has been issued for residents in areas in Black River, Blue Water, Beach Holm, Yabulu and Toolakea.
Townsville City Council has advised intense rainfall may affect these areas, causing fast-moving and rapidly-rising water levels, leading to flash flooding.
Residents are advised to move to higher ground if they are concerned.
Contact Townsville City Council on 1800 738 541, listen to local radio or monitor the Townsville City Council website for more information www.townsville.qld.gov.au.
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