Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology Queensland TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Cancellation Of Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Central Highlands and Coalfields and Central West Forecast Districts. Issued at 8:48 pm Thursday, 15 October 2026. cancellation of severe thunderstorm warning for the following areas: Central Highlands and Coalfields and Central West This warning is now cancelled. 82 MM OF RAINFALL RECORDED AT ROCKY CREEK IN THE 1 HOUR TO 6:03 PM 90 km/h wind gust was recorded at Mt Isa Airport at 5:08 pm Emergency services advise people to: * Never drive, walk, play or ride through floodwater. It is dangerous. * Stay away from storm water drains. * Stay away from fallen powerlines. * Drive slowly and never drive through floodwaters. If the road is flooded or damaged, go another way. * For storm help, call the SES on 132 500 or download the free SES Assistance QLD app. No further warnings will be issued for this event. Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and emergency services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.