Værmelding for Ratcliffes Point

HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is forecast to develop over the North East and East Coast districts this evening, and may also spread west across northern Tasmania during this time period. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 40 and 60 mm are likely, with isolated amounts reaching 100 mm possible over the northeast. Locally intense rainfall which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is possible if thunderstorm activity does develop about the North East and East Coast, with six-hour totals potentially reaching 125 mm. Easterly winds with DAMAGING WIND GUSTS in excess of 80 km/h are likely to develop over the North East and East Coast districts this evening, particularly about the coast and elevated terrain. These conditions may also develop further westwards across northern Tasmania in this time frame. These conditions are expected to spread to parts of southeastern Tasmania and the central plateau on Sunday, while easing over the north of the state. A Flood Watch is current for North, North West, North East, South East, and Derwent Catchments, see http://www.bom.gov.au/tas/warnings/ Locations which may be affected include Devonport, Burnie, St Helens, Swansea, Bicheno and Orford.Severe Weather Warningfor HEAVY, LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL and DAMAGING WINDSIssued at 4:59 am Saturday, 30 November 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. * Clear drains and gutters on premises prior to severe weather arriving. * Do not walk, ride or drive through flood waters. * Be prepared in case of power outages and report any outages to TasNetworks on 132 004. * Secure outdoor items including furniture and play equipment. * 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 11:00 am AEDT Saturday.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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology

Sheep graziers are warned that cold temperatures, rain and showers and easterly winds are expected during Saturday and Sunday. Areas likely to be affected include the King Island, East Coast and South East forecast districts and parts of the Furneaux Islands, North West Coast, Central North, North East, Midlands and Upper Derwent Valley forecast districts. There is a risk of losses of lambs and sheep exposed to these conditions.Warning to Sheep GraziersNext issue: 11:00 am EDT Saturday

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology