Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Western, Upper Derwent Valley, South East, East Coast, North West Coast, Central North, Central Plateau and Midlands Forecast Districts.

Issued at 10:53 am Tuesday, 23 September 2025.

Damaging winds with a cold front crossing tonight.

Weather Situation: A cold front crossing over southern Tasmania tonight is expected to bring strong west to southwesterly winds over the state, persisting throughout the day on Wednesday.

DAMAGING WINDS averaging 55 to 65 km/h with peak gusts around 100 km/h are likely about the Western Tiers and southern Tasmania from late tonight, extending through parts of the Midlands and East Coast districts during Wednesday morning. For elevated areas and exposed southern coastal localities, DAMAGING WINDS may average 65 to 75 km/h with peak gusts around 120 km/h possible.

Winds are expected to ease below warning thresholds by around mid-afternoon Wednesday.

Locations which may be affected include Oatlands, Orford, Geeveston and Huonville.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Supervise children closely.
* Check that family and neighbours are aware of warnings.
* Manage pets and livestock.
* Secure outdoor items including furniture and play equipment.
* Be prepared in case of power outages and report any outages to TasNetworks on 132 004.
* 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.