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In the face of major floods, relentless rain, landslides, highway closures and logistical challenges at every turn, Ergon Energy crews have restored power to 33,000 customers affected by severe weather since the start of February.

Power's back on in Paluma! Electricity network update from flooding in North Queensland, Tuesday 11 February.

We will be able to restore power to customers at Mutarnee and Crystal Creek by isolating a section of network damaged by a landslide, but despite the best efforts of our crews it is not possible to safely restore power to Paluma by tonight.

Ergon Energy crews have faced challenges at every turn today with overnight flooding and poor flying conditions reducing the number of boots on the ground.

Ergon Energy crews are on the last leg of a marathon effort to restore power across the flood zone where it is safe to do so.

There are approximately 4,100 customers without power across the flood zone as crews work in challenging conditions to get the lights back on this weekend.