Source: Bureau of Meteorology
For people in Western and parts of South East, Central Plateau and
North West Coast Forecast Districts.
Issued at 6:08 pm Saturday, 28 October 2023.
Severe thunderstorms moving over the west and southwest.
Weather Situation: A fast-moving cold front is sweeping over
Tasmania this evening, with gusty thunderstorms likely over west
and southwestern parts.
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds in the
warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be
affected include Strahan, Queenstown, Strathgordon, Zeehan and
Rosebery.
The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Move your car under cover or away from trees.
* Secure loose outdoor items.
* Seek shelter, preferably indoors and never under trees.
* Avoid using the telephone during a thunderstorm.
* Beware of fallen trees and powerlines.
* For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132500.
28/Oct/2023 07:13 AM