Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Ipswich, Somerset and Lockyer Valley Council Areas.

Issued at 7:21 pm Friday, 12 December 2025.

Heavy rainfall with thunderstorms east of Laidley.

The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 7:15 pm, a severe thunderstorm likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding was detected. The thunderstorm is moving towards the north. It is forecast to affect Rosewood and Marburg by 7:45 pm and Lowood by 8:15 pm.

46 mm was recorded at Meadow Flat Road Bridge in the 30 min to 7:05 pm.

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.