Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Central Highlands and Coalfields Forecast District.

Issued at 5:01 pm Saturday, 28 December 2024.

Severe thunderstorms developing about the central interior.

Weather Situation: Thunderstorms have developed in a hot moist airmass to the east of a trough about the Central Highlands.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Emerald, Blackwater, Rolleston, Springsure, Woorabinda and Comet.

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.