Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Meander River Issued at 06:25 AM AEST on Thursday 20 August 2026 Flood Warning Number: 1 MINOR FLOODING LIKELY AT MEANDER FROM THURSDAY MORNING Rainfall during Wednesday and Thursday over parts of the Meander River catchment caused river level rises with Minor flooding is likely along the Meander at Meander from Thursday morning. The situation is being closely monitored, and this warning will be updated as required. Meander River above Deloraine: Minor flooding is likely along the Meander River at Meander. The Meander River at Meander is currently at 1.92 m and rising, below the minor flood level. The Meander River at Meander is likely to exceed the minor flood level (2.00 m) Thursday morning. Further rises are possible. 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 warning will be issued by 10:00 AM AEST on Thursday 20 August 2026. Latest River Heights: Meander River at Meander,1.92,rising,6:11 am Thu 20/08/26 Meander River at Deloraine Railway Bridge,1.25,rising,5:45 am Thu 20/08/26 Meander River at Strathbridge,1.35,steady,6:00 am Thu 20/08/26 Liffey River at Upstream West Channel,1.11,rising,6:00 am Thu 20/08/26 Liffey River at Carrick,0.26,steady,6:00 am Thu 20/08/26 Meander River at Westwood Bridge,1.13,steady,5:55 am Thu 20/08/26 This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.