Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Ipswich, Logan, Scenic Rim and Brisbane City Council Areas.

Issued at 7:59 pm Thursday, 25 December 2025.

Small isolated severe storms persist between Ipswich and Boonah.

The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 7:55 pm, severe thunderstorms likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding, damaging winds were detected. Large hail is also possible. Thunderstorms are moving towards the northeast. They are forecast to affect Redbank Plains by 8:25 pm and Wacol by 8:55 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.