Source: Bureau of Meteorology

Issued at 5:02 pm Monday, 27 January 2025.

Damaging winds possible about southern parts during Tuesday.

Weather Situation: A cold front embedded in a strong westerly flow will move over southern parts of the state during Tuesday, bringing a burst of westerly winds during the late morning and afternoon to elevated and exposed areas in the south of the state.

Strong to DAMAGING WINDS of 55 to 65 km/h with peak gusts of around 100 km/h are likely to develop over southern parts of the state by mid-morning on Tuesday.

Winds are likely to ease below warning thresholds by early Tuesday evening.

Locations which may be affected include New Norfolk, Bushy Park, Geeveston, Dover 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.