Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Wide Bay and Burnett, Darling Downs and Granite Belt and Southeast Coast Forecast Districts.

Issued at 10:55 am Wednesday, 2 July 2025.

Damaging winds about the Main Range, Granite Belt and Scenic Rim today.

Weather Situation: A vigorous west to southwesterly flow has developed about the Main Range, Granite Belt and Scenic Rim in response to the rapid deepening of a low pressure system off the New South Wales coast.

DAMAGING WINDS averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts around 100 km/h are likely about the Main Range, Granite Belt, Scenic Rim and adjacent eastwards slopes today and early Thursday.

Winds are likely to ease below warning thresholds during Thursday morning.

Locations which may be affected include Stanthorpe, Springbrook, Mount Tamborine and Crows Nest.

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.