Current Weather Update: Slow-moving storms within a highly saturated atmosphere are bringing heavy to intense rainfall across areas of the Capricornia and Wide Bay-Burnett regions.
Severe thunderstorms are expected to bring heavy rainfall, posing a risk of flash flooding in parts of the Capricornia, Wide Bay, and Burnett districts over the coming hours. Areas likely to be impacted include Bundaberg, Hervey Bay, Childers, Gin Gin, and Miriam Vale.
Severe thunderstorms are expected to bring heavy, intense rainfall to parts of the Wide Bay and Burnett district over the next several hours. This may result in dangerous and life-threatening flash flooding. Areas at risk include Bundaberg and Hervey Bay. Please remain vigilant and take necessary precautions.
HERVEY BAY RECORDED 108 mm IN THE 1 HOUR TO 06:49 AM.
Emergency services advise people to:
* If you have children make sure they are with you or an adult you trust.
* Park your car undercover away from trees.
* Close doors and windows.
* Keep asthma medications close by. Storms and wind can trigger asthma attacks.
* Charge mobile phones and power banks in case the power goes out.
* Put your pets somewhere safe and make sure they can be identified in case they get lost.
* Do not drive now unless you have to because conditions are dangerous.
* Tell friends, family and neighbours in the area.
* Go inside a strong building now. Stay inside until the storm has passed.
