It is believed the family was on the way to vote before yesterday’s accident.
They were sheltering from the severe storm under a metal-roofed gazebo near Worongary State School when they were hit.
His wife, 12-week-old baby and 18-month-old toddler, were also admitted but are now in a stable condition.
Meantime, more vision has emerged of the storm, which left thousands of properties without electricity.
Energex reported 1500 lightning strikes.
Houses were damaged and trees fell during the storm.
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