Source: Bureau of Meteorology
For people in parts of Western, North West Coast and Central
Plateau Forecast Districts.
Issued at 10:40 am Saturday, 21 October 2023.
Damaging wind gusts over northwestern Tasmania today.
Weather Situation: Northeasterly winds will strengthen as a low
pressure system deepens to the northwest of Tasmania during
Saturday.
Strong northeasterly winds averaging 50 to 60 km/h with DAMAGING
WIND GUSTS of 80 to 90 km/h are likely over parts of northwestern
Tasmania during Saturday morning. The far northwest coast and also
elevated areas are the most likely to be affected.
Winds are expected to ease during Saturday afternoon.
Locations which may be affected include Smithton, Strahan,
Queenstown, Zeehan, Rosebery and Lake St Clair.
The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Supervise children closely.
* Check that family and neighbours are aware of warnings.
* Manage pets and livestock.
* Secure outdoor items including furniture and play
equipment.
* Be prepared in case of power outages and report any outages to
TasNetworks on 132 004.
* 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.
20/Oct/2023 11:52 PM