Source: Bureau of Meteorology
For people in parts of Scenic Rim Council Area.
Issued at 3:53 pm Tuesday, 24 November 2020.
The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 3:50 pm, severe
thunderstorms were detected on the weather radar near Moogerah and
Moogerah Dam. These thunderstorms are moving towards the northeast.
They are forecast to affect Boonah and Kooralbyn by 4:20 pm and the
area between Boonah and Beaudesert and Aratula by 4:50 pm.
Damaging winds and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding
are likely.
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services advises that people
should:
* Move your car under cover or away from trees.
* Secure loose outdoor items.
* Never drive, walk or ride through flood waters. If it's flooded,
forget it.
* 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.
24/Nov/2020 05:01 PM