Source: Bureau of Meteorology


For people in parts of Somerset and Moreton Bay Council Areas.

Issued at 12:18 pm Saturday, 11 January 2025.

The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 12:10 pm, a severe thunderstorm likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding was detected. It is forecast to affect Lake Somerset by 12:40 pm.

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.