Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in East Coast and parts of Midlands, South East and Central Plateau Forecast Districts.

Issued at 2:17 pm Tuesday, 4 February 2025.

Severe thunderstorms developing over eastern Tasmania.

Weather Situation: A southerly change is colliding with a warm and unstable airmass to its north to produce severe thunderstorms this afternoon over eastern Tasmania.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds, large hailstones and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Oatlands, Campbell Town, Swansea, Bicheno and Orford.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Move your car under cover or away from trees.
* Secure loose outdoor items.
* Avoid driving, walking or riding through flood waters.
* 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.