Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Herbert and Lower Burdekin and Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders Forecast Districts.

Issued at 4:08 pm Monday, 27 October 2025.

Severe thunderstorms this afternoon across parts of the Herbert and Lower Burdekin.

Weather Situation: Thunderstorms have developed this afternoon in a humid and unstable airmass.

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 Mingela.

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.