Source: Bureau of Meteorology
For people in Ipswich and parts of Logan, Somerset, Scenic Rim,
Lockyer Valley and Brisbane City Council Areas.
Issued at 9:57 pm Saturday, 23 December 2023.
DESTRUCTIVE WINDS AND GIANT HAIL OCCURRING IN LOCKYER VALLEY
The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 9:45 pm, a VERY DANGEROUS
THUNDERSTORM likely to produce destructive winds and giant
hailstones was detected near Gatton and Grantham. This thunderstorm
is moving towards the northeast. It is forecast to affect Hatton
Vale by 10:15 pm and Lowood, Fernvale and Mount Nebo by 10:45
pm.
Another severe thunderstorm likely to produce destructive winds,
giant hailstones and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding
was detected near Aratula and Rosevale. This thunderstorm is moving
towards the east. It is forecast to affect Boonah, Mulgowie and
Grandchester by 10:15 pm and Ipswich, Beaudesert and the area
between Boonah and Beaudesert by 10:45 pm.
37mm was recorded in 30 minutes at Upper Bracker Creek to
7:04PM
7cm hail observed at Flagstone Creek
Emergency services advise people to:
* If you have children make sure they are with you or an adult you
trust.
* Pack away, secure or tie down outdoor furniture, toys and
trampolines if it s safe to do so.
* Stay away from windows if there is giant hail.
* 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.
23/Dec/2023 12:18 PM