Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Brisbane City and Moreton Bay Council Areas.

Issued at 5:04 pm Thursday, 17 August 2023.

Isolated severe thunderstorms moving towards the bay.

The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 5:05 pm, severe thunderstorms were detected on the weather radar near Lake Samsonvale, Dayboro and Samford. These thunderstorms are moving towards the northeast. They are forecast to affect Strathpine, Redcliffe and Beachmere by 5:35 pm and northern Moreton Bay, Bribie Island and waters off Bribie Island by 6:05 pm.

Damaging winds and large hailstones are likely.

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services advises that people should:
* Move your car under cover or away from trees.
* Secure loose outdoor items.
* 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.