Source: Bureau of Meteorology
For people in parts of Gulf Country, North West and Northern
Goldfields and Upper Flinders Forecast Districts.
Issued at 4:54 pm Thursday, 25 January 2024.
Severe thunderstorms occurring in the northwest.
Weather Situation: A trough positioned over inland and western
Queensland will produce thunderstorms during the afternoon and
evening.
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 Mount Isa, Camooweal, Croydon, Cloncurry, Lawn Hill and
Barkly.
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.
25/Jan/2024 06:59 AM