Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Wide Bay and Burnett Forecast District.

Issued at 1:51 pm Wednesday, 17 November 2021.

Severe thunderstorms are developing over parts of the Wide Bay and Burnett district.

Weather Situation:

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 Gympie, Kingaroy, Maryborough, Cherbourg, Imbil and Nanango.

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.