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This Flood Watch provides early advice of possible flooding within the specified catchments

Flood Watch for Northern Tasmania

Issued at 12:42 pm AEST on Thursday 2 July 2026

Flood Watch Number: 3

ELEVATED RIVER LEVELS AND AREAS OF FLOODING LIKELY TO CONTINUE INTO FRIDAY

A weakening cold front is forecast to cross Tasmania during Thursday, bringing widespread showers and rain areas to much of northern Tasmania, before easing during Friday morning.

Creek and river levels remain elevated, with flooding observed across parts of the Flood Watch area over the last few days. Further localised flooding of rivulets and small creeks is likely in the areas of higher rainfall, as well as ponding in low-lying areas.

Catchments across the Flood Watch area are wet from recent rainfall and are likely to respond relatively quickly to further rainfall.

Minor flood warnings remain in place for the North Esk, South Esk, Meander and Macquarie catchments.

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts

For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood

Safety Advice:

• Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
• Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
• Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
• Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
• For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.alert.tas.gov.au.

For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

Next Issue:

The next Flood Watch will be issued by 01:00 PM AEST on Friday 03 July 2026.