Source: Bureau of Meteorology
For people in parts of Capricornia Forecast District.
Issued at 5:26 pm Tuesday, 1 October 2019.
Severe thunderstorm with large hail, damaging winds and heavy
rainfall is impacting Banana, west of Biloela.
Weather Situation:
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds, heavy
rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and large hailstones in
the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may
be affected include Baralaba, Moura and Duaringa.
40mm fell in 30 minutes at Dawson Range Alert
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services advises that people
should:
* Move your car under cover or away from trees.
* Secure loose outdoor items.
* Never drive, walk or ride through flood waters. If it's flooded,
forget it.
* Seek shelter, preferably indoors and never under trees.
* Avoid using the telephone during a thunderstorm.
* Beware of fallen trees and powerlines.
* For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500.
01/Oct/2019 05:31 PM