Toowoomba Region Mayor Paul Antonio is calling for the community to be patient, while staying vigilant on the roads, as the focus shifts to recovery operations after the weekend’s extensive rain.
Mayor Antonio, chair of the Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG), said Council was continuing to monitor conditions, including the Region’s three dams.
“Bursts of sunshine have offered a reprieve from the rain today (February 28), allowing us to start assessing conditions on the ground,” Mayor Antonio said.
“After days of heavy rain, including intense bursts at different locations, I urge people to please avoid travelling if possible,” Mayor Antonio said.
“There are more than 120 roads across the Region that are flooded and currently closed or have a hazard which poses a danger to motorists.
“Our top priority is to ensure residents are safe and informed about the potential dangers from flood waters.
