Source: Bureau of Meteorology

Issued at 7:39 pm Saturday, 28 December 2024.

Severe thunderstorms are continuing inland in South East Queensland.

Weather Situation: Thunderstorms have intensified in a hot moist airmass ahead of a trough inland. Thunderstorms approaching Brisbane have weakened, however there remains a chance of damaging wind gusts to the northwest of the city over the next hour or two.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Esk and Lowood.

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.