Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in Midlands and parts of Upper Derwent Valley, East Coast, Central North, Central Plateau and North East Forecast Districts.

Issued at 7:30 pm Monday, 13 January 2025.

Severe storms continue over inland parts of the east, now including Bothwell and surrounding areas.

Weather Situation: Weather Situation: A warm and moist airmass lies over the north and central parts of the state, which has led to the development of slow-moving thunderstorms capable of heavy rainfall. Severe thunderstorms may persist for the next couple of hours before easing later in the evening.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Oatlands, Campbell Town and Bothwell.

Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the North West Coast district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED.

18.8 mm was recorded at Interlaken in the 45 minute period to 6:50 pm.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Avoid driving, walking or riding through flood waters.
* 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.