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Southeast QLD Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Large Hail, Heavy Rain, Damaging Winds Source: Bureau of Meteorology For people in parts of the Ipswich, Logan, Somerset, Scenic Rim, Brisbane and Moreton Bay Council Areas. Issued at 2:57 pm Wednesday, 19 November 2014. These thunderstorms are moving towards the northeast. Severe thunderstorms are forecast to affect Peak Crossing, Bundamba Lagoon and Greenbank by 4:00 pm. The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 3:00 pm, severe thunderstorms were detected on weather radar near Esk and northern Lake Wivenhoe. They are forecast to affect Somerset Dam by 3:30 pm and Lake Somerset by 4:00 pm. Damaging winds, heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and large hailstones are likely. Queensland Fire and Emergency Services advises that people should: * Move your car under cover or away from trees. * Secure loose outdoor items. * Avoid driving, walking or riding through flood waters. * 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.
Posted on: Wed, 19 Nov 2014 05:12:56 +0000

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