Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology Tasmania TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Cancellation Of Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Western Forecast District. Issued at 10:13 pm Thursday, 7 May 2026. cancellation of severe thunderstorm warning for the following areas: Western This warning is now cancelled. 59.6 mm of rainfall recorded at Mount Read in the 5 hours to 10:10 pm. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Beware of fallen trees and powerlines. * Avoid driving, walking or riding through flood waters. * For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132500. No further warnings will be issued for this event. Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.