SES calling on Tasmanians to prepare for strong and damaging winds

Tasmania State Emergency Service (SES) is calling on Tasmanians to brace for strong and damaging winds across the state on Monday.

Tasmania SES Acting Director, Leon Smith, said a severe weather warning issued by the Bureau of Meteorology showed the damaging north-westerly winds were expected across the entire state.

“We’re working closely with the Bureau to monitor and prepare for the forecast conditions, which includes wind gusts of 90 to 100 km/h,” he said.

“Severe thunderstorms are also possible in the southern half of Tasmania, which could increase the risk of destructive wind gusts, flash flooding and hazardous driving conditions.”

“With recent persistent rain, wet soil and damaging winds, there is significant potential for trees and powerlines to be brought down, right across Tasmania.”

“We will have SES volunteer crews prepared and ready to help if needed, but people should be making sure their properties are as prepared as possible, by ensuring those niggling maintenance jobs are done before the damaging winds occur.”

“Be proactive and secure any loose items such as outdoor furniture and play equipment.”

“Trampolines especially are often an issue in high wind events, so please tie them down.”

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:

  • 아이들을 주의 깊게 감독하세요.
  • 가족과 이웃이 경고를 인지하고 있는지 확인하십시오.
  • 반려동물과 가축을 관리하세요.
  • Secure outdoor items including furniture and play equipment.
  • 정전 시 대비하시고, 정전 발생 시 TasNetworks(132 004)에 신고해 주세요.
  • Park cars undercover away from trees.
  • 파손된 나무와 전신주를 조심하고 운전 시 주의하십시오.
  • For SES assistance, visit ses.tas.gov.au or phone 132 500.
  • In an emergency, phone Triple Zero (000).

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