Tasmania’s SES has issued a ‘major flood warning’ for areas south of Hobart tonight, urging residents near sections of the Huon River to “prepare now”.
The river is likely to experience significant flooding in the coming hours, according to the BOM.
The flood warning alert area includes regions from Southwest to Geeveston and surrounds, as well as Picton to Judbury and surrounds.
Residents in these areas are advised to take necessary precautions to safeguard themselves and their properties.
“Flooding is likely in streams and rivers… Lives could be at risk from flood waters,” the SES say.
If conditions worsen, and it is safe to do so, residents are encouraged to seek shelter with family or friends in a safe location away from the flood-affected area.
What to do:
If you live in the alert area and/or near the Huon river, SES advises:
- If you have a flood emergency plan, use it now.
- Prepare your property (if safe to do so). This may include placing furniture and possessions up high on tables/benches, move livestock and equipment to higher ground, preparing your emergency kit and being ready to leave
- If conditions worsen and safe to do so, leave and go to the home of a family member or friend who is in a safe location away from the flood affected area.
- Contact family, friends, and neighbours to alert them of the potential for flooding.
- For flood updates, visit TasALERT.com.
