A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for Launceston and the north-east of Tasmania this afternoon.
The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) issued the warning for “damaging winds, large hailstones and heavy rainfall” at 5:10pm on Monday.
“An unstable environment about areas of surface convergence, aided by a passing upper feature, is initiating severe thunderstorms about the north-east of state this afternoon,” the BOM said.
“Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds, large hailstones and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours.”
The State Emergency Service (SES) is urging people to secure loose outdoor items and avoid driving, walking or riding through floodwaters.
“Seek shelter, preferably indoors and never under trees,” the SES said.
“Beware of fallen trees and powerlines.”
“Move your car under cover or away from trees.”
