Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Maranoa and Warrego Forecast District.

Issued at 1:25 pm Wednesday, 29 September 2021.

A severe thunderstorm is currently near Hungerford.

Weather Situation: Severe thunderstorms are expected to redevelop and become more widespread across the southern interior later this afternoon east of a surface trough.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds and large hailstones in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Hungerford.

Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Darling Downs and Granite Belt district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED.

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services advises that people should:
* Move your car under cover or away from trees.
* Secure loose outdoor items.
* Seek shelter, preferably indoors and never under trees.
* Avoid using the telephone during a thunderstorm.
* Beware of fallen trees and powerlines.
* For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500.