Source: Bureau of Meteorology

Issued at 12:58 pm AEDT on Friday 10 October 2025 Flood Watch Number: 3

MINOR FLOODING AND ELEVATED RIVER LEVELS ARE POSSIBLE ACROSS MULTIPLE CATCHMENTS FROM FRIDAY

A cold front is passing through Tasmania during Friday. This is forecast to bring moderate to heavy rainfall for the remainder of Friday and into Saturday, particularly in the west, north and northeast. Highest rainfall totals will be mostly focused on the higher peaks on the west coast, Central Plateau and southwest lakes.

Catchments across Tasmania are wet following recent rainfall, and catchments may react quickly to further rainfall.

River level rises are likely, and minor flooding and elevated river levels are possible across the Flood Watch area from Friday morning.

Minor Flood Warnings are current for several catchments across Tasmania.

Localised flooding of rivulets, small creeks and low-lying areas may occur in locations that receive higher rainfall. Isolated heavy rainfall can result in rapid stream rises and strong flows particularly in the west and northeast of the state.

Catchments likely to be affected include:

Channel Coastal Rivers (South East Cape to Gordon)

Gordon-Franklin Rivers

King-Henty Rivers

Pieman River

Nelson Bay Coastal Rivers

Arthur River

Northwest and Central Coastal Rivers

South Esk River

Ringarooma River

North Coastal Rivers

Flood Warnings are current for the following catchment(s): Derwent, Huon, Mersey, Meander and Nth Esk

For the latest flood and weather warnings see http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/warnings
For the latest rainfall and river level information see http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood

Safety Advice:
* Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
* Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
* Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
* Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
* For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.alert.tas.gov.au.

For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.


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