Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Gympie and Noosa Council Areas.

Issued at 3:31 pm Saturday, 21 September 2024.

The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 3:25 pm, a severe thunderstorm likely to produce large hailstones was detected. The thunderstorm is moving towards the northeast. It is forecast to affect Double Is Point and Tin Can Bay by 4:25 pm.

6cm hail reported from Belli Park at 2:10pm.

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.