Weather Warnings Storm Chandra

As of the latest Bureau of Meteorology updates, no active weather warnings are currently in effect for Storm Chandra, which has largely dissipated after bringing heavy rain and gusty winds to parts of Queensland’s coast earlier this week.

What was Storm Chandra and where did it hit?

Storm Chandra was a tropical low that developed in the Coral Sea, tracking southwest towards the Queensland coast. It primarily affected areas between Cairns and Townsville, with the system dropping 100–200 millimetres of rain in some locales and generating wind gusts up to 90 kilometres per hour near the coast. While it never intensified into a named cyclone, it prompted a series of severe weather warnings for the far north, particularly for heavy rainfall and potential flash flooding.

Are there still risks from Storm Chandra’s aftermath?

Residual flood risks remain in low-lying catchments, especially around the Herbert and lower Burdekin river basins, where river levels are still elevated. The Bureau has lifted all official warnings, but localised flooding and road closures may persist for another day or two as water drains away. If you’re in the affected region, check the weather radar for any lingering showers before travelling.