The lashing rain and wind hitting Brisbane last Thursday did not stop Brisbane City Council officers issuing fines to residents.

As the Queensland Premier, Queensland Police Service and Brisbane's Lord Mayor advised residents to stay safe and off the roads, council's rapid response officers remained on the streets.

Resident Sophie Jane said she would appeal a $91 council fine issued to her on Thursday morning after she parked in a designated parking zone in Fortitude Valley, ran through the rain to her work building but forgot to pay for her parking.

A Brisbane City Council spokesman said non-essential council staff were given the opportunity to leave work during last Thursday's weather event.