Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Central Highlands and Coalfields and Capricornia Forecast Districts.

Issued at 11:10 pm Sunday, 29 December 2024.

Severe thunderstorms are occurring in central Queensland.

Weather Situation: Severe thunderstorms have developed on a trough moving through the eastern districts of Queensland. These thunderstorms are slow-moving and likely to produce heavy rainfall.

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 Baralaba, Woorabinda, Moura, Duaringa and Dingo.

Redcliffe (Mimosa Creek) recorded 66 mm in the 1 hour to 11 pm AEST.

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.