Weather Warning

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology Queensland TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Heavy Rainfall for parts of Peninsula, Gulf Country and Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders Forecast Districts. Issued at 7:52 am Tuesday, 11 February 2025. Heavy rainfall continues about the eastern Gulf Country this morning. Weather Situation A tropical low embedded in the monsoon trough is forecast to slowly move east today. HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas: Peninsula, Gulf Country and Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Dunbar. 82 mm was recorded at Minnies Dip in the 90 minutes to 5:35 am. 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. The next warning is due to be issued by 10:55 am. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and emergency services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.