“HEAVY” downpours are expected to continue on the Gold Coast for the next couple of days – although a severe storm warning issued today has now been cancelled.

The warning, issued by the Bureau of Meteorology at 8.40am, was cancelled shortly after 11am.

The Gold Coast will continue to get rain though, with between 60mm to 100mm forecast to fall throughout the day.

Meteorologist Kimba Wong said the rain should be consistent but it will be heavy at times.

“We have heavy showers and thunderstorms at Brisbane (this morning) with it expected to shift south,” she said.

WARNING CANCELLED. Severe storms no longer affecting #SEQld. The immediate threat of severe storms with heavy rain has shifted south over the NSW border. The situation will continue to be monitored & further warnings will be issued, if necessary. Warnings: https://t.co/FBmpsInT9o pic.twitter.com/PClovqbWvh — Bureau of Meteorology, Queensland (@BOM_Qld) February 6, 2020

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“We are expecting 60mm to 100mm to fall on the Gold Coast and the Hinterland.

“There will be periods of heavy downpours but it should be consistent.”

Yesterday Mayor Tom Tate said the city’s disaster management unit would be meeting to prepare for potential flooding.

media_camera People walking in the rain in Surfers Paradise this morning. Picture: Nigel Hallett.

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“The Bureau is predicting heavy downpour in the coming days across the city,” he said.

“As the city is getting ready, I would say to everyone else on the Gold Coast to get ready.

“Make sure your gutters are clean and all the things you haven’t thought about.

“If you don’t have a checklist, you can visit the city’s website. It gives you a checklist of first aid and all the light to get you and your family ready. Of course don’t forget your fur baby.

“With the potential flooding and the flash flooding we had not so long ago (about three weeks ago), it’s amazing how quickly the low lying areas can be affected.

“We’ve seen footage of cars getting stuck. I know it's a cliche but if it’s flooded, forget it. If you go in and get into trouble you’re sucking up resources for SES and QFES to come and rescue you. The other thing is you’re putting their life in jeopardy and not just yours.

“Mother nature deals out very unpredictable moods at times.”

SES area controller Mark Kelly warned Gold Coasters earlier this week to prepare for possible flash flooding.

media_camera SES have warned of possible flash flooding. Photo: Jason O'Brien

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“There is likely to be thunderstorms coming through and rain to persist for days,” he said.

“Possible flash flooding may occur in low lying areas if there’s intense rainfalls.

“Flooding can cause some big dramas.

“(The SES) is prepared for storm season and we are ready to assist people in need. But if you do get stuck, call triple-0, that’s an emergency.”

The rain is expected to stay until mid next week.

Tomorrow 25mm to 45mm is expected to fall with thunderstorms also predicted.