Source: Bureau of Meteorology


For people in parts of Ipswich, Somerset, Scenic Rim, South Burnett, Toowoomba and Lockyer Valley Council Areas.

Issued at 1:36 pm Monday, 18 October 2021.

The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 1:30 pm, severe thunderstorms were detected on the weather radar near Boonah, Blackbutt and Murphy's Creek. These thunderstorms are moving towards the east to southeast. They are forecast to affect the area north of Toowoomba, Helidon and Haden by 2:00 pm and Gatton, the area between Boonah and Beaudesert and Moore by 2:30 pm.

Damaging winds, large hailstones and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding are likely.

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.