Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of North East, North West Coast and Central North Forecast Districts.

Issued at 9:47 am Thursday, 9 October 2025.

A line of gusty thunderstorms moving east along the north coast of Tasmania this morning.

Weather Situation: Strong flow and instability in northwesterly flow ahead of an approaching cold front is producing a line of severe thunderstorms across northern Tasmania this morning, which will move rapidly eastwards from Devonport through to Bridport in the next hour or two.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Devonport, Scottsdale, Bridport and George Town.

113 km/h wind gust was observed at Devonport at 9:16am.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Move your car under cover or away from trees.
* Secure loose outdoor items.
* Seek shelter, preferably indoors and never under trees.
* Avoid using the telephone during a thunderstorm.
* Beware of fallen trees and powerlines.
* For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132500.