Australia -- Queensland Weather Update

MELBOURNE - May 1/08 - SNS -- The current forecast for the state of Queensland was released by Australia's Bureau of Meteorology.

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WARNING SUMMARY
A strong wind warning is current for coastal waters between Torres Strait and
Cooktown.
STATE FORECAST
for Friday
Isolated showers about most of the east coast. Possible isolated showers about
far SE interior during the afternoon or evening. Fine over the remainder. Strong
SE winds about the coast north of Cooktown. Moderate NW to SW winds over
southern parts, light to moderate SE to NE winds elsewhere.
EXTENDED OUTLOOK
A surface trough will move northwards through the southern coast during Saturday
with isolated showers near the change. A ridge along the east coast will be
maintained through central and northern parts for the next few days, with fresh
to strong SE winds maintained and isolated showers. Drier air behind the trough
and through the interior will bring fine conditions and cooler nights. Frost is

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