Seven bushfire alerts across Tasmania as severe winds hamper firefighting
Seven bushfire alerts were active across Tasmania on Sunday. Severe winds made it hard for firefighters to control the blazes.
Tasmania's fire service issued warnings as wind gusts made it hard for crews to fight fires. As of Sunday afternoon, seven active warnings covered different regions.
Fire crews were battling a vegetation fire at Franklin in south Hobart. A smoke alert was issued for the Huon Highway.
The Bureau of Meteorology issued a severe weather warning. Damaging winds are expected to clear by Monday morning.
Locations likely to be hit include St Helens, Swansea, Strahan, New Norfolk, Hobart, Oatlands, Bicheno, Orford and Bothwell. These conditions may lead to fallen trees, branches and powerlines.
Residents in affected zones were told to stay updated with emergency alerts.
- 7 as of 4pm Sunday
- Active warnings
- Franklin, south Hobart
- Vegetation fire location
- 9 regions named
- Locations at risk
- Monday morning
- Wind clearing time
Why it mattersSevere fire conditions and wind warnings help residents understand their immediate safety risks. They also show what evacuation needs may be.
AustraliaTasmanians in alert zones need to prepare for possible evacuation and power outages from falling lines.
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