Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Central Highlands and Coalfields Forecast District.

Issued at 8:01 pm Saturday, 25 October 2025.

Severe thunderstorms have developed over the Central Highlands this evening.

Weather Situation: Severe thunderstorms have developed over the Central Highlands and are moving towards the east, approaching Emerald. Large hailstones are likely. with a secondary risk of damaging winds.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce large hailstones and with possible damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Emerald, Blackwater, Rolleston, Springsure and Comet.

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.