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Check current severe thunderstorm warnings for Brisbane if storms are forecast. The Bureau of Meteorology issues warnings when damaging winds, large hail, or heavy rain are expected within the next few hours.
What is the current weather warning for Brisbane?
As of this afternoon, the Bureau of Meteorology has a severe thunderstorm warning in place for Brisbane and parts of the southeast Queensland region. The warning covers damaging wind gusts above 90 km/h, large hailstones up to 4 cm, and heavy rainfall that may cause flash flooding. A separate severe weather warning has been issued for coastal areas south of Brisbane, with possible storm tides and abnormally high tides.
What should you do during a storm warning for Brisbane?
Move your car under cover if a weather warning includes a hail warning brisbane today. Stay indoors away from windows, and avoid driving through flooded roads. The Bureau advises that the most dangerous period is the first 30 minutes. For updates, check the BOM radar and warnings page. A storm warning south east queensland today often intensifies quickly, so do not wait for the rain to start before taking action.
How long does a Brisbane storm warning last?
Severe thunderstorm warnings are typically updated every 30–60 minutes and remain valid until the storm cell passes or weakens. The Bureau cancels the warning once the immediate threat ends, often within 2–3 hours.
What is the difference between a watch and a warning?
A watch means conditions are favourable for severe storms later in the day. A warning means a severe storm is occurring or imminent. In Brisbane, a bom storm warning brisbane today is a warning, not a watch.
Will there be a weather warning brisbane tomorrow?
Forecasts for tomorrow show a possible trough moving through southeast Queensland, which could trigger further storms. Check the weather brisbane 10-day forecast and look for any super storm warning for qld today or tomorrow on the BOM website.