Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Canberra and Queanbeyan.

Issued at 7:01 pm Saturday, 17 February 2024.

Slow-moving severe thunderstorms near Hall.

The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 6:55 pm, a severe thunderstorm likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding was detected near Hall and Gungahlin. This thunderstorm is slow moving.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water.
* If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.
* Unplug computers and appliances.
* Avoid using the phone during the storm.
* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500.