Source: Bureau of Meteorology

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

Issued at 5:58 pm Tuesday, 21 January 2025.

Isolated severe storm west of Brisbane this evening

The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 5:55 pm, a severe thunderstorm likely to produce large hailstones and damaging winds was detected near Fernvale. This thunderstorm is moving towards the north. It is forecast to affect the D'Aguilar Ranges by 6:25 pm and Dayboro and Mount Mee by 6:55 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.