Weather Warning

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology Tasmania TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Cancellation Of Severe Weather Warning for Furneaux Islands, Western and North West Coast Forecast Districts. Issued at 3:07 pm Monday, 16 December 2024. Weather Situation A cold front approaches the state from the west, bringing gusty north to northeasterly winds across the state. Winds will shift west to northwesterly during the afternoon but remain gusty throughout. cancellation of severe weather warning for the following areas: Furneaux Islands, Western and North West Coast Severe weather is no longer occurring in Tasmania. The immediate threat of severe weather has passed, but the situation will continue to be monitored and further warnings will be issued if necessary. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Supervise children closely. * Do not walk, ride or drive through flood waters. * Beware of damaged trees and power lines and take care when driving. * Listen to the ABC radio or check www.ses.tas.gov.au for further advice. * For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132500. No further warnings will be issued for this event. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.