Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Channel Country and Maranoa and Warrego Forecast Districts.

Issued at 3:57 pm Thursday, 5 February 2026.

Severe thunderstorms with heavy rainfall over the southwest this afternoon.

Weather Situation: A trough is triggering slow-moving thunderstorms in a very humid environment over parts of the southwest this afternoon and evening.

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 Thargomindah, Cunnamulla, Quilpie, Ballera, Orientos and Eromanga.

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.

The next warning is due to be issued by 7:00 pm.