STORM WARNING: damaging winds, rain and hail
A severe thunderstorm warning currently in place.
South Burnett
Don't miss out on the headlines from South Burnett. Followed categories will be added to My News.
A CHRISTMAS wish for rain is likely to come true, however damaging winds, large hailstones and flash flooding could potentially follow.
A severe thunderstorm warning is currently in place for the Wide Bay and Burnett, Central Highlands and Coalfields, Central West, Darling Downs and Granite Belt and Southeast Coast Forecast Districs.
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds, heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and large hailstones in the warning area over the next several hours.
Locations which may be affected include Toowoomba, Beaudesert, Springsure, Carnarvon National Park, Gatton, Jimboomba, Laidley, Lowood and Mount Tamborine.
People travelling through these locations throughout Christmas urged to take extra precautions.
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.
Originally published as STORM WARNING: damaging winds, rain and hail
Two taken to hospital after four-vehicle highway crash
Two people have been taken to hospital overnight after a four-vehicle crash in South Nanango caused one of the cars involved to roll.
Moment of truth for Premier’s key election promise
Premier David Crisafulli’s flagship election policy to reduce the number of victims of crime will be put to the test today with the release of critical data.