A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for Southeast Queensland, according to a myPolice Queensland Police News release. The storm, which was first detected near Greenbank at approximately 2:25 PM, is forecasted to bring intense rainfall and potentially life-threatening flash flooding. The affected areas include parts of Ipswich, Logan, Brisbane City, Moreton Bay, Somerset, and Scenic Rim Council Areas. The Bureau of Meteorology has indicated that this very dangerous thunderstorm is slow-moving and will likely impact Jimboomba by around 3:25 PM. Concurrently, other severe thunderstorms were noticed near Highvale, Samford, and Albany Creek, moving north. These are expected to affect Strathpine, Lake Samsonvale, Kallangur by 2:55 PM and Narangba, Dayboro, and Burpengary by 3:25 PM. In response to the severe weather conditions, emergency services have issued several safety precautions. Residents are advised to secure their vehicles away from trees, close all doors and windows, and keep asthma medication nearby as storms can trigger asthma attacks. It is also recommended to charge mobile devices in case of power outages, move pets to a safe location, and avoid driving unless absolutely necessary. For those in the affected areas, seeking shelter in a sturdy building and staying indoors until the storm passes is crucial. For emergency assistance, individuals should contact Triple Zero (000) for life-threatening situations or the State Emergency Service (SES) on 132 500 for non-life-threatening incidents like storm damage. Further weather updates can be monitored through the Queensland Warnings Summary at bom.gov.au. In light of these severe conditions, the community is urged to stay informed and prepared to act quickly to ensure safety. Post navigation Hermit Park: Weapon & Drug Arrest