Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of North West Forecast District.

Issued at 5:25 pm Sunday, 13 February 2022.
Slow moving thunderstorms are developing about the northwest of the state.

Weather Situation: Slow moving thunderstorms are developing east of a trough in a warm and humid airmass in the northwest.
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Cloncurry, Duchess, Selwyn, Mckinlay, Middleton and Kynuna.
Trepell Airport recorded a wind gust of 89km/h at 5pm.

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services advises that people should:
* Move your car under cover or away from trees.
* Secure loose outdoor items.
* Never drive, walk or ride through flood waters. If it's flooded, forget it.
* Seek shelter, preferably indoors and never under trees.
* Avoid using the telephone during a thunderstorm.
* Beware of fallen trees and powerlines.
* For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500.