Source: Bureau of Meteorology

for DAMAGING WINDS and LARGE HAILSTONES
For people in parts of Central Highlands and Coalfields Forecast District.

Issued at 1:15 pm Tuesday, 28 October 2025.

Severe thunderstorms developing through central Queensland this afternoon.

Weather Situation: Thunderstorms in a moist and unstable airmass are triggering to the east of a surface trough and may bring damaging wind gusts and large hail this afternoon, persisting into the evening.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds and large hailstones in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Springsure and Comet.

Emergency services advise people to:
* Park your car undercover away from trees.
* Close doors and windows.
* Keep asthma medications close by. Storms and wind can trigger asthma attacks.
* Charge mobile phones and power banks in case the power goes out.
* Put your pets somewhere safe and make sure they can be identified in case they get lost.
* Do not drive now unless you have to because conditions are dangerous.
* Tell friends, family and neighbours in the area.
* Go inside a strong building now. Stay inside until the storm has passed.