Source: Bureau of Meteorology

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

Issued at 3:40 pm Tuesday, 28 November 2023.

Severe thunderstorms developing in the southwest.

Weather Situation: A surface trough and an unstable airmass are in place today to generate severe thunderstorm activity over southern Queensland this afternoon.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds and large hailstones in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Thargomindah, Eromanga, Bulloo Downs and Hungerford.

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services advises that people should:
* Move your car under cover or away from trees.
* Secure loose outdoor items.
* 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.