Toddler in serious condition after lightning strike in Queensland

A toddler and his mother have been taken to hospital after they were reportedly struck by lightning in Queensland's far north.

Emergency services were called to the scene in Mareeba, west of Cairns at 3.30pm (AEST).

A hospital spokesperson told 9News.com.au the boy is in a serious condition at Mareeba Hospital, while his mother is stable.

Severe thunderstorms have eased in the state and are no longer affecting the southeast Queensland area, east of Dalby from Rainbow Beach to Stanthorpe.

"The immediate threat of severe thunderstorms has passed, but the situation will continue to be monitored and further warnings will be issued if necessary," the Bureau of Meteorology said.

A severe thunderstorm warning was also in place for people in Darling Downs and Granite Belt and Southeast Coast Forecast Districts.