Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Maranoa and Warrego Forecast District.

Issued at 8:25 pm Tuesday, 13 October 2026.

Severe thunderstorm northeast of Charleville this evening.

Weather Situation: A severe thunderstorm has developed in a favourable environment northeast of Charleville this evening.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds and large hailstones in the warning area over the next hour or so.

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.