Severe thunderstorm warning for Brisbane, Ipswich, Logan, Moreton Bay

The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for intense rainfall across parts of Ipswich, Logan, Scenic Rim, Brisbane City, Moreton Bay, Somerset and Sunshine Coast council areas. The warning was issued at 7:02 am on Thursday 22 October 2026.

At 6:40 am, a severe thunderstorm was detected near Caboolture and Lake Samsonvale. The Bureau says it is likely to produce heavy, locally intense rainfall that may lead to dangerous and life-threatening flash flooding. The storm is moving south.

It is forecast to affect Strathpine, Lake Manchester and Upper Brookfield by 7:10 am, and Ipswich, Peak Crossing and Bundamba Lagoon by 7:40 am.

Heavy rain has already fallen in the three hours to 6:45 am:

• 131 mm at Caboolture (Short St)
• 128 mm at Sheep Station Creek (Morayfield)
• 127 mm at Burpengary (Mathew Cr)
• 116 mm at Slimbah (Rose Creek Rd)

Emergency services advise people to go inside a strong building now and stay there until the storm has passed. They also advise people not to drive unless they have to, because conditions are dangerous.

Other advice includes:

• Keep children with you or an adult you trust.
• Park your car undercover away from trees.
• Close doors and windows.
• Keep asthma medications close by, as storms and wind can trigger asthma attacks.
• Charge mobile phones and power banks in case the power goes out.
• Put pets somewhere safe and make sure they can be identified if they get lost.
• Tell friends, family and neighbours in the area.

The next warning is due by 8:05 am. A more general severe thunderstorm warning is also current for parts of the Southeast Coast district, and other warnings may be current. Warnings are available through the Bureau of Meteorology website, TV and radio broadcasts, or by calling 1300 659 210.