Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Darling Downs and Granite Belt, Central Highlands and Coalfields and Maranoa and Warrego Forecast Districts.

Issued at 4:09 pm Friday, 13 November 2026.

Severe thunderstorms over parts of the Darling Downs.

Weather Situation: An unstable and humid atmosphere will see slow-moving showers and thunderstorms develop across the southeast this afternoon.

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 Goondiwindi, Tara, Moonie, Chinchilla and Miles.

Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Southeast Coast district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED.

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.