Source: Bureau of Meteorology
For people in parts of Scenic Rim and Southern Downs Council
Areas.
Issued at 3:36 pm Sunday, 28 February 2021.
The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 3:30 pm, severe
thunderstorms were detected on the weather radar near the area east
of Warwick and the area northeast of Warwick. These thunderstorms
are moving towards the east. They are forecast to affect the area
north of Warwick by 4:00 pm and Oakington by 4:30 pm.
Heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding is likely.
Warwick has recorded 50mm in 40 minutes to 3:35pm
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services advises that people
should:
* 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.
28/Feb/2021 04:40 PM