Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Southeast Coast Forecast District.

Issued at 10:18 pm Monday, 18 March 2024.
Slow moving thunderstorms about the Gold coast and the hinterland.

Weather Situation: Moist onshore flow feeding slow moving showers and thunderstorms about the far south east coast.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Gold Coast, Coolangatta, Beenleigh, Beaudesert, Jimboomba and Mount Tamborine.

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.