Wetter-Warnungen, Tessellated Pavement State Reserve

West to northwesterly DAMAGING WIND GUSTS of around 100 km/h remain possible over western, northern and some eastern districts, including the Furneaux Islands and King Island. Damaging wind gusts are forecast to ease below warning thresholds from the west during afternoon and throughout the State by this evening. Locations which may be affected include Devonport, Burnie, St Helens, Strahan, Geeveston and Dover. Severe weather is no longer occurring in the Midlands district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED. 67 km/h sustained winds were recorded at Burnie Port around 9:00 am. 65 km/h sustained winds were recorded at Devonport around 7:38 am. A 128 km/h wind gust was recorded at Scotts Peak Dam at 7:30 am. Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS Issued at 10:59 am Tuesday, 11 June 2024. 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. The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 pm AEST Tuesday. 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.

Sheep graziers are warned that cold temperatures, showers and strong northwesterly winds are expected during Tuesday and Wednesday. Areas likely to be affected include the Central North forecast district and parts of the North West Coast, North East and South East forecast districts. There is a risk of losses of lambs and sheep exposed to these conditions. Warning to Sheep Graziers Next issue: 5:00 pm EST Tuesday