Queensland Premier David Crisafulli has issued a fresh warning for western Queenslanders, as an “unprecedented” weather event continues to batter the state.

The rain is finally here! With heavy downpours expected throughout Thursday and early Friday, flooding remains a major threat.

Land along the Congaree River untouched for over a century is now being considered for a “world-class” park, but the site is prone to floods and some worry the plans will damage the riverfront.

Authorities warned the public Thursday about a threat of imminent flooding and possible evacuations for a few hours in some areas along Ochoco Creek and the Crooked River, but later reduced the level of concern.

Parts of North Carolina and South Carolina have been designated an "elevated fire risk" for weeks because of high winds, low humidity and little rain. Wildfires return less than a month after fires cause havoc in the Carolinas. Wildfires are burning in Western North Carolina. Check out our interactive map for locations, details.

A flood warning was released by the National Weather Service on Thursday at 7:57 p.m. in effect until further notice for Malheur County.

Outback Queensland residents say the floodwater has reached "unprecedented" levels, with many forced to evacuate their homes and leave stock to fend for themselves.

In the area of ​​the city of Derventa in the Republika Srpska, classes have been suspended in all schools due to the increased water level of the Ukrina River, the City Administration announced.