Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Southeast Coast, Wide Bay and Burnett and Darling Downs and Granite Belt Forecast Districts.

Issued at 3:56 pm Wednesday, 7 October 2026.

Severe thunderstorms developing through the southeast.

Weather Situation:
A trough over Queensland is generating slow moving thunderstorms over southeastern parts of the state.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and large hailstones in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Gatton, Laidley and Crows Nest.

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.