A FLOOD EMERGENCY WARNING has been issued from Douglas Shire Council in vicinity of the Daintree River including Daintree and Barratts Creek.

Council advises FLASH FLOODING is HAPPENING NOW in the area.

Residents are urged to MOVE TO HIGHER GROUND.

For more information listen to local radio refer to dashboard.douglas.qld.gov.au or for flood assistance phone 40 999 444. Contact triple zero if your life is in danger.

For assistance with a life-threatening situation phone Triple Zero (000) immediately.

For assistance with non-life-threatening situations — such as help with a damaged roof or storm damage — phone SES on 132 500.

Keep up to date with the latest weather advice at Queensland Warnings Summary (bom.gov.au).

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