Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Gulf Country and Central West Forecast Districts.

Issued at 5:51 am Friday, 24 November 2023.

Severe thunderstorms developing in inland Queensland.

Weather Situation: A surface trough and a moist unstable atmosphere combined with strong winds aloft are generating severe thunderstorms through inland Queensland this morning.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Longreach, Barcaldine, Blackall, Kamilaroi Station, Aramac and Muttaburra.

96 km/h gust recorded at 4:36am at Century Mine.

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.