Central Highlands Regional Council has declared an emergency warning due to imminent flash flooding at Policemans Creek and the Rubyvale area. Residents are urged to move to higher ground immediately to avoid the life-threatening situation.

Issued at 9:33 AM on Monday, March 9, 2026, the alert stresses the immediate danger to both life and property. The Queensland Police Service advises those in peril to call the emergency number 000. For those needing assistance with non-life-threatening conditions, such as storm-related damages, the State Emergency Service (SES) can be reached at 132 500.

Authorities recommend keeping abreast of the situation by following updates from the Queensland Weather Warnings Summary. Important contact numbers include Policelink at 131 444 and Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000 for related emergencies.