An outbreak of severe thunderstorms was observed around Brisbane and Gladstone. A tornado was observed at Narangba, an outer northern suburb of Brisbane. Trees were completely sheared off and garden sheds blown away. A caravan was over-turned, tiles and iron sheets were torn off roofs. At Narangba Timbers, some exceptional damage was observed. Heavy timber beams were torn from the roof of the shed. Many reports of hail between 2-5 cm in diameter were received from around the Greater Brisbane area. Warrill View (near Aratula) reported 4-5 cm, Jindalee 4cm, Mango Hill golf ball sized, Murrumba Downs up to 2cm, Scarborough golf ball sized and Redcliffe up to 5cm in diameter. Also Nanango reported up to golf ball sized