Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders and Herbert and Lower Burdekin Forecast Districts.

Issued at 3:59 pm Thursday, 19 December 2024.

Isolated severe thunderstorms developing about the northeast.

Weather Situation: Thunderstorms have developed along a trough extending across the north of the state. An airmass rich in moisture will result in a risk of heavy rainfall with thunderstorms and showers.

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 Pentland, Forsayth, Torrens Creek, Lyndhurst Station, Gregory Springs and Greenvale.

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.