THE Tasmanian State Emergency Service has issued a “Flood Advice – Monitor conditions” message for low lying areas between Styx to Glenora. The Bureau of Meteorology has also issued a minor flood warning for the Styx River.
Locations likely to be impacted are: low lying areas between Styx to Glenora.
During the next few days:
- Flooding in nearby streams and rivers is likely.
- Some low-lying properties may become isolated by flood waters.
- Property, livestock, equipment, and crops in low lying areas may be at risk from flood waters.
- Driving conditions may be dangerous.
What to do:
If you live in the alert area and/or near the Styx River, SES advises:
- If you have a flood emergency plan, check it now.
- Monitor conditions and prepare now to go to a safer place if conditions become more dangerous.
- For SES Flood Warning 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
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