South East Queensland residents are bracing for Tropical Cyclone Alfred, with heavy rain and winds expected to reach the coast by late Thursday night and early Friday morning. 

Redlands Mayor Jos Mitchell told Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons, "We are working with state government at the moment to find alternatives for places of refuge."

"We have been also working hand in hand with QPS. QPS have done a fantastic job notifying residents that are in low-lying areas."

"We've got a great team working here across the city doing all we can," Mayor Mitchell continued. 

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