Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Darling Downs and Granite Belt Forecast District.

Issued at 9:48 pm Wednesday, 13 October 2021.
A severe thunderstorm has been detected to the north of Tara.

Weather Situation: An upper trough crossing southern Queensland will cause a surface trough over the Darling Downs to deepen tonight.
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 Dalby, Oakey, Inglewood, Millmerran, Pittsworth and Tara.

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.