THE detailed severe thunderstorm warning issued by the Bureau of Meteorology for Canberra and Queanbeyan tonight (January 8) has been cancelled.
However, the ACTSES says the regional warning for the ACT remains in place for forecast heavy rainfall, damaging winds and large hailstones.
“This could impact the wider ACT over the next several hours,” the agency says.
It recommends that residents:
- Move cars under cover or away from trees.
- Secure or put away loose items around the house, yard and balcony.
- Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
- Stay indoors away from windows and keep children and pets indoors as well.
- Keep at least eight metres from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences.
- Motorists are advised to take caution while driving and never drive, walk or ride through floodwater.
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