Woman Killed by Falling Tree as Storms Lash Queensland

Queenslanders have been warned to secure property, stay indoors and only travel on the roads if absolutely necessary.

Fallen trees are seen at Reedy Creek on the Gold Coast, Australia on Dec. 26, 2023. AAP Image/Dave Hunt

A woman has been killed by a falling tree, as Queenslanders brace for more severe weather on Boxing Day with thunderstorms and rain forecast for large parts of the state.

The 59-year-old sustained severe head injuries after being hit by a tree at Helensvale on the Gold Coast.