Townsville flooding continues to threaten residents after water release from Ross River Dam

Townsville residents remain at risk as authorities have to release water from Ross River dam.

Locals observe floodwaters at Black Weir in Townsville(Feb 1). Townsville residents are again being told to leave their homes as state's north flooding rolls on Source: AAP Image/Andrew Rankin

Queensland premier and Queensland Fire and Emergency Services in Townsville have urged residents to evacuate their homes, in particular, those in the low-lying areas.

SBS Filipino speaks with Filipino Australian Affiliation of North Queensland outgoing president Loida Pioc who's from Townsville. She reported that "luckily no casualty from the Filipino community has been reported." As of press time, food supply is low as supply trucks from the major supermarkets are trapped outside Townsville.