Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Southeast Coast and Darling Downs and Granite Belt Forecast Districts.

Issued at 5:54 pm Wednesday, 3 April 2024.
Severe thunderstorms with heavy rainfall have developed over inland parts of the southeast.

Weather Situation: Isolated thunderstorms and persistent heavy showers have developed along a trough in the far south east of the state. Thunderstorms are slow moving and will likely continue throughout the evening.
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Boonah.

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.