Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of North West and Channel Country Forecast Districts.

Issued at 7:27 pm Friday, 19 December 2025.

Slow moving severe thunderstorms leading to heavy rainfall for the west.

Weather Situation: A trough lies through western Qld and slow moving severe thunderstorms are developing near it.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours.

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.