Severe Weather Update: Coastal Warnings and Flood Subsidence Across Queensland and New South Wales – City2Surf Race Forecast Affected
As of August 11,2024,hazardous surf conditions persist along the Queensland coast,specifically impacting K’gari (Fraser Island) and the Sunshine Coast. The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued warnings for possibly perilous waves, urging beachgoers and maritime traffic to exercise extreme caution. Concurrently,major flood warnings remain active for sections of the Namoi River in New South Wales,affecting the towns of Wee Waa,Bugilbone,and Goangra.
According to BOM forecaster jonathan How, while rainfall and river levels are receding in the Narrabri region, notable volumes of water continue to flow through the river systems. Residents are advised to remain vigilant and avoid unnecessary travel near flood-affected areas. the Namoi River peaked at 6.8 meters at Wee Waa on August 9th, causing widespread inundation of agricultural land and impacting local infrastructure.
Looking ahead, conditions are expected to deteriorate for participants in the annual City2Surf race scheduled to take place in Sydney on August 18, 2024. How forecasts a showery morning with a chilly southerly wind, potentially creating challenging conditions for the 14km footrace. The City2Surf, which typically attracts over 40,000 runners, begins at Hyde Park and finishes at Bondi Beach.
The BOM is closely monitoring a developing low-pressure system off the New South Wales coast, which is contributing to the forecast for wet and windy conditions in Sydney. Runners are encouraged to check the latest weather updates and dress appropriately for the conditions.
– with AAP
