Emergency Alert flood message for Bluewater, Bluewater Park, Toolakea and Saunders Beach as at 12.30am Tues Feb 5

An Emergency Alert flood message has been issued for Bluewater, Bluewater Park, Toolakea and Saunders Beach.

The message advises properties in these areas are at risk of flash flooding due to intense rainfall in the Bluewater Creek catchment causing water levels to rise.

Residents are advised to move to higher ground if concerned.

Residents are advised to listen to local radio, visit www.townsville.qld.gov.au or phone 1800 738 541 for more information.

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