**This Emergency Alert has been cancelled.**

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An Emergency Alert (Advice) has been issued by Brisbane City Council for residents in the Brisbane City Council area.

The Bureau has forecast heavy rainfall and possible severe thunderstorms leading to flash flooding in the next 12 to 48 hours. Totals of up to 150mm are possible. Prepare your home, warn neighbours and take care when driving. Remain alert by monitoring the local media and the Bureau website: http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts/

For flood assistance, contact the SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, dial Triple-Zero (000).