Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Central Highlands and Coalfields Forecast District.

Issued at 2:15 pm Saturday, 2 November 2024.

Large hail possible in central Queensland this afternoon.

Weather Situation: Thunderstorms have developed in moist unstable conditions along a trough.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce large hailstones in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Rolleston.

Emergency services advise people to:
* 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.