Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Australia Flood Watch For Northern Tasmania Issued at 12:48 PM AEST on Wednesday 01 July 2026 Flood Watch Number: 2 ELEVATED RIVER LEVELS AND AREAS OF FLOODING LIKELY TO CONTINUE OVER THE NEXT FEW DAYS Catchments likely to be affected include: Nelson Bay Coastal Rivers Arthur River Northwest and Central Coastal Rivers Mersey River Meander River Macquarie River South Esk River North Esk River Tamar (Launceston) Ringarooma River North Coastal Rivers Flood warnings are current for the following catchments, where areas of minor flooding are occurring or forecast: Meander, Macquarie, South Esk and North Esk. 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 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 Thursday 02 July 2026.