A cold front is pushing up Australia's east coast. It is carrying dangerous storms to southeast Queensland, including the Gold Coast, on October 5, 2026. Large hail, strong winds, and thunderstorms are all forecast.

The front is advancing fast, and conditions could worsen before midday. Residents across the Gold Coast and parts of the region are being urged to prepare ahead of time.

Australian news outlets called the conditions severe. Big hailstones are a serious hazard for cars and homes, and damaging winds may knock out power across wide areas. Residents should keep an eye on forecast warnings and take steps to protect their property before the storms move through.