Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Maranoa and Warrego and Darling Downs and Granite Belt Forecast Districts.

Issued at 3:48 pm Wednesday, 8 January 2025.

Severe thunderstorms have developed over southeast Qld this afternoon.

Weather Situation: An upper feature in combination with a surface trough is producing severe thunderstorms over far southeastern parts of the state this afternoon. This activity is expected to continue into the early evening.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Dalby, Oakey, Millmerran, Pittsworth and Surat.

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.