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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology

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Cancellation of Severe Weather Warning

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

Issued at 6:00 pm Sunday, 8 September 2024.

Weather Situation: The cold front has now moved through eastern parts of the state. Gusty showers continue in the post frontal westerly airstream, but damaging wind gusts are no longer likely.

Severe weather is no longer occurring in Tasmania.

The immediate threat of severe weather has passed, but the situation will continue to be monitored and further warnings will be issued if necessary.

102 km/h wind gust was recorded at Larapuna (Eddystone Point) at 2:17 pm

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Supervise children closely.
* Do not walk, ride or drive through flood waters.
* 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.

No further warnings will be issued for this event.

Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.