Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Central Highlands and Coalfields, Maranoa and Warrego and Darling Downs and Granite Belt Forecast Districts.

Issued at 5:01 pm Tuesday, 21 November 2023.

Severe thunderstorms occurring south of Bollon and St George, and just north of Miles.

Weather Situation: A moist and unstable airmass is linking up with multiple troughs across the state to produce isolated severe thunderstorms this afternoon and evening.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds and large hailstones over the next several hours in parts of the Maranoa and Warrego and Darling Downs and Granite Belt districts. Locations which may be affected include St George and Dirranbandi.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding over the next several hours in parts of the Central Highlands and Coalfields, Darling Downs and Granite Belt and Maranoa and Warrego districts. Locations which may be affected include Pelham.

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.