Southeast QLD Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Large Hail, Heavy Rain, Damaging Winds |  | Source: Bureau of Meteorology
For people in parts of the
LOGAN CITY,
IPSWICH CITY and
SCENIC RIM Council Areas.
Issued at 3:14 pm Wednesday, 22 January 2014.
The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 3:10 pm, severe thunderstorms were detected on weather radar near Harrisville. These thunderstorms are slow moving. They are forecast to affect Peak Crossing by 3:40 pm and the area south of Amberley by 4:10 pm.
Damaging winds, heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and large hailstones are likely.
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services advises that people should:
* Move your car under cover or away from trees.
* Secure loose outdoor items.
* Avoid driving, walking or riding through flood waters.
* 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.
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