An Emergency Alert has been issued for the Sunshine Coast area from Sunshine Coast Council.

Council advises severe storms have impacted the Sunshine Coast local government area. Severe damage and flash flooding is likely. Roads and bridges may be impacted and residents are urged to stay off the roads, if possible. Stay up to date with the latest warnings from the Bureau of Meteorology. For more information, visit: https://disasterhub.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/#Dashboard. For flood assistance, contact the SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, dial Triple-Zero (000).