Source: Bureau of Meteorology
For people in parts of Maranoa and Warrego Forecast
District.
Issued at 6:56 pm Wednesday, 8 November 2023.
Severe thunderstorms detected along the border near Hungerford and
Barringun.
Weather Situation: A trough is triggering thunderstorms over the
southern interior of the state.
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds, large
hailstones and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in
the warning area over the next several hours.
Locations which may be affected include Hungerford and
Barringun.
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.
08/Nov/2023 09:00 AM