Source: Bureau of Meteorology
For people in parts of Ipswich, Somerset and Brisbane City Council
Areas.
Issued at 3:08 pm Wednesday, 20 October 2021.
The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 3:05 pm, severe
thunderstorms were detected on the weather radar near Rosewood and
Marburg. These thunderstorms are slow moving. Damaging winds, large
hailstones and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding are
likely.
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services advises that people
should:
* Move your car under cover or away from trees.
* Secure loose outdoor items.
* Never drive, walk or ride through flood waters. If it's flooded,
forget it.
* 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.
20/Oct/2021 04:17 PM