Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Ipswich, Toowoomba and Lockyer Valley Council Areas.

Issued at 5:28 pm Friday, 10 January 2025.

The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 5:20 pm, a VERY DANGEROUS THUNDERSTORM likely to produce intense rainfall that may lead to dangerous and life-threatening flash flooding was detected near Mulgowie. This thunderstorm is slow moving. It is forecast to affect Laidley and the area northwest of Cunninghams Gap by 6:20 pm.

Emergency services advise people to:
* If you have children make sure they are with you or an adult you trust.
* 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.