Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Central West and Maranoa and Warrego Forecast Districts.

Issued at 11:12 am Tuesday, 20 October 2026.

Severe thunderstorms have developed about the interior this morning.

Weather Situation: An upper trough is triggering isolated severe thunderstorms about the interior this morning. Further severe thunderstorm development is expected about the area into the afternoon.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce large hailstones, heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Tambo.

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.