TAS SES - Tasman Unit

04/06/2026

The road will be closed for a further couple of hours at this stage.

**Updated @ 1.15pm:

Police remain at the scene of a serious two vehicle crash on the Arthur Highway, Taranna - near the devil park.

It is anticipated the road will be blocked for several hours.

Motorists are asked to avoid the area until the scene is cleared.

At this stage it is believed one person has sustained serious injuries.

26/05/2026

Tasmania SES has issued a Storm Advice for the Furneaux Islands, North East and East Coast Forecast Districts.

The Bureau of Meteorology are forecasting heavy rainfall which may lead to Flash Flooding for parts of North East and East Coast Tasmania from early tomorrow (Wednesday, 27 May) morning.

Tasmania SES is ready to respond if needed, but we ask the public to be prepared and stay informed.

Be prepared:
• Supervise children closely.
• Beware of hazardous driving conditions.
• Never drive, walk or ride through flood waters.
• Check that family and neighbours are aware of warnings.
• Manage pets and livestock.

Visit www.ses.tas.gov.au for further advice on preparing for heavy rainfall.

Stay informed:
• SES Flood and Storm Warnings at TasALERT.com and on the TasALERT app
• Listen to the ABC radio or check www.ses.tas.gov.au for further advice.
• Weather information and warnings at bom.gov.au
• Road closures at police.tas.gov.au/community-alerts

In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000) and for SES assistance call 132 500.

28/04/2026

24/04/2026

At the going down of the sun and in the morning,
We will remember them.

Lest we forget.

20/04/2026

** @ 6.30am **

Motorists are advised to take extra care on the Arthur Highway near Murdunna this morning due to a overnight diesel spill on the road.

The area is about 1km south of Murdunna and the road surface is slippery.

Slow your speed, drive to the conditions and follow the directions of police and clean-up crews.

16/04/2026

We're asking Tasmanians to be prepared and to monitor conditions as damaging winds are forecast across parts of the state from this afternoon with conditions expected to ease on Saturday morning.

The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a Severe Weather Warning for damaging winds.

Tasmania SES advises you to be prepared by:
🏘️ Secure outdoor items, including furniture and play equipment.
🧒 Supervise children closely.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Check that family and neighbours are aware of warnings.
🐄 Manage pets and livestock.
🔦 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.

Be prepared and keep up-to-date with:

🟠 For weather updates, visit the Bureau of Meteorology website: www.bom.gov.au/tas/warnings
🟠 If you need assistance during this event, call SES on 132 500.
🟠 For life-threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000).
🟠 Stay safe and keep up to date with warnings on the TasALERT app or website.

03/02/2026

A Total Fire Ban has been declared for Southern Region from 2am, Wednesday 4 February until 2am, Thursday 5 February.

A Total Fire Ban has been declared for Southern Region from 2am, Wednesday 4 February until 2am, Thursday 5 February.

A suspension in the issuing of fire permits is in place in the Northern Region from 2am, Wednesday 4 February to 2am, Saturday 7 February.

During the total fire ban period:
❌ No fires are permitted in the open, including:
❌ incinerators
❌ burn-offs
❌ campfires and fire pots
❌ wood-fuelled barbecues

❗Restrictions apply to:
🔴 Welding, grinding, charring, soldering or gas cutting outdoor must comply with the Tasmania Fire Service Hot Work Guideline
🔴 Harvesting, slashing or other outdoor machinery must comply with the Tasmania Fire Service Machinery Operations Guideline.
🔴 Forestry Operations must comply with the Tasmania Fire Service Forest Operations Guideline
🔴 Commercial outdoor cooking or catering activities must comply with the Tasmania Fire Service Outdoor Oven Guideline

You can find out more about the rules during a Total Fire Ban at: fire.tas.gov.au/about/rules-during-fire-permit-periods-and-total-fire-bans

🔥 Fire Permit Suspension
❌ No new fire permits will be issued
❌ Any fire permits already issued for this period are cancelled, as conditions will be unsafe for burning.

🔥Had a fire recently?
Check it now and make sure it is fully extinguished – soak it, stir it, soak it again.

🏠 If you live in a bushfire-prone area:
📑 Review your Bushfire Plan now
📱 Stay informed at TasALERT or ABC Radio

🔥 See smoke or fire?
📞 Report it immediately to Triple Zero (000).

Keep up-to-date with:
🔴 bushfire.tas.gov.au - for the fire danger rating in your area.
🔴 bom.gov.au/tas/warnings – for the latest weather forecast and warnings.
🔴 tasalert.com – for current warnings and advice.
🔴 police.tas.gov.au/community-alerts – for road closures.

10/01/2026

Today is a TOTAL FIRE BAN due to the high bushfire risk‼️

10/01/2026

Call your local unit if you need assistance, we are ready and available to help! 132500

Tasmania SES is asking Tasmanians to be prepared for damaging winds across much of the State today.

The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a Severe Weather Warning for damaging winds in parts of the Furneaux Islands, Upper Derwent Valley, South East, North East, East Coast, Central Plateau, Midlands and parts of Western, North West Coast and Central North Forecast Districts.

Winds are expected to ease late this evening.

Tasmania SES advises you to be prepared by:
🏘️ Secure outdoor items, including furniture and play equipment.
🧒 Supervise children closely.
🏘️ Check that family and neighbours are aware of warnings.
🐄 Manage pets and livestock.
🔦 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.
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Be prepared and keep up-to-date with:

🔵 For weather updates, visit the Bureau of Meteorology website: www.bom.gov.au/tas/warnings

🔵 If you need assistance during this event, call SES on 132 500.
🔵 For life-threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000).
🔵 Stay safe and keep up to date with warnings on the TasALERT app or website.