29 September 2018 / Weather Alert

Thunderstorm Warnings / South East QLD & Northern NSW

BOM TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DAMAGING WINDS and LARGE HAILSTONES

For people in parts of Southeast Coast Forecast District and in Northern Rivers and parts of Mid North Coast and Northern Tablelands Forecast Districts.

Keep an eye on the live radar.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds and large hailstones in the warning area over the next several hours. Queensland locations which may be affected include Brisbane, Ipswich, Boonah, Beenleigh, Beaudesert, Esk, Jimboomba, Laidley, Lowood, Mount Tamborine and Springbrook. In NSW locations include Lismore, Grafton, Coffs Harbour, Ballina, Casino, Kyogle, Yamba, Maclean and Woolgoolga.

Consider all site housekeeping and remove loose waste and material from roofs, scaffold, balconies and open areas (hardstands / laydown) and ensure site fences are well supported with the minimum bracing (every second panel for scrim & every panel for hoarded).

  • Move your car under cover or away from trees. 
  • Secure loose outdoor items. 
  • 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.

The next warning is due to be issued by 5:30 pm.

Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 219. The Bureau and Queensland Fire and Emergency Services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

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