Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Central Highlands and Coalfields and Capricornia Forecast Districts.

Issued at 5:41 pm Monday, 27 October 2025.

Severe thunderstorms developing about central Queensland this evening.

Weather Situation: Thunderstorms in a moist and unstable airmass are triggering ahead of a westerly change this evening. These may be severe with damaging wind gusts for central Queensland.

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

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.