Source: Bureau of Meteorology

Issued at 5:05 pm Thursday, 15 January 2026.

Severe thunderstorms occurring over central parts of the south.

Weather Situation: A moist and unstable atmosphere is leading to thunderstorms near a surface trough over central parts of southern Queensland this afternoon and evening

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 St George, Bollon, Mungindi, Dirranbandi and Wyandra.

Separate Flood Watches and/or Warnings are current at the time of issue. Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts.

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.