25/10/2022
SES Flood Watch and Act - South Esk River - Monitor Conditions
A Flood Watch and Act - Monitor conditions as they are changing has been issued for Fingal to Hanleth and surrounds by Tasmania SES.
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a moderate flood warning for the South Esk River.
Locations likely to be impacted are: Fingal, Avoca, Ormly, Hanleth and surrounds.
During the next 24 to 48 hours:
• Flooding is likely in streams and rivers.
• Lives could be at risk from flood waters.
• Some properties may become isolated or inundated by flood waters.
• Evacuation of some properties may be required.
• Property, livestock, equipment, and crops may be threatened by flood waters.
• Driving conditions may be dangerous.
Flood waters are a risk to safety, never walk, play, ride, or drive in floodwater.
What to do:
If you live in the alert area and/or near the South Esk River, SES advises:
• If you have a flood emergency plan, use it now.
• Prepare your property (if safe to do so). This may include:
o Placing furniture and possessions up high on tables/benches
o Move livestock and equipment to higher ground
o Preparing your emergency kit and being ready to leave
• If conditions worsen and safe to do so, leave and go to the home of a family member or friend who is in a safe location away from the flood affected area.
• Contact family, friends, and neighbours to alert them of the potential for flooding.
• For flood updates, visit TasALERT.com or listen to ABC local radio.
Community Information:
• For life-threatening emergencies, dial triple zero (000)
• For emergency flood and storm assistance call the SES on 132 500.
• For current river levels and weather conditions, visit www.bom.gov.au/tas/
• For current reported road closures, visit www.police.tas.gov.au
• For more information on preparing for flood, visit www.ses.tas.gov.au
It is important to be aware of any flood risk that might exist where you live, where you have property and where you work.
