Get ready for emergencies

Make a plan that fits your life. Be ready for emergencies such as

severe storms
floods
tsunami
other hazards

Help for Tasmanians with disability to get ready for emergencies

Everyone needs to get ready for emergencies. People with disability often have extra things to think about. We’re here to help!

Your emergency kit

What you need if you stay at home during an emergency or need to evacuate.

Be ready for storms and floods

Know what to do, reduce your risks and prepare.

Local flood guides

Check out flood risks in your local area, and what you can do to reduce your risks and prepare.

Tasmanian strategic flood maps

Understand your property’s flood risk.

About storms and floods in Tasmania

Storms and severe weather affect all parts of Tasmania at any time of the year. They can bring heavy rain leading to flooding.

SES supporting flood risk management in Tasmania

SES works with local councils and others to understand flood risks and reduce them.

Understand emergency warnings

Get warnings information from

TasALERT
ABC local radio
Bureau of Meteorology

Understand the Australian Warning System

During storms and floods

Stay away from floodwaters. They are dangerous.
Listen to warnings and act on them.
Get ready for cuts to power, water and road access, even if your property does not flood.

After storms and floods

Check that family and neighbours are okay
Be aware of hazards
If you had to evacuate, do not return home until it is safe to do so.

Recovery after an emergency

Find out about the support available after emergencies.

SES Flood Warnings

Click here to view current warnings

BOM Weather Warnings

Community Alerts

Public release of the Tasmanian strategic flood maps

Know your flood risk and have a plan to keep safe.

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Latest News

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