Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology Tasmania TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Damaging Winds for North West Coast and parts of Central North, Central Plateau and Western Forecast Districts. Issued at 3:04 pm Monday, 13 July 2026. Damaging winds in fast moving thunderstorms Weather Situation A fast moving cold front is triggering thunderstorms along the leading edge as it advances along the north of the state this afternoon. DAMAGING WINDS for the following areas: Western, North West Coast, Central North and Central Plateau Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Devonport, Burnie, Smithton, Sheffield, Deloraine and Waratah. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Move your car under cover or away from trees. * Secure loose outdoor items. * Seek shelter, preferably indoors and never under trees. * Avoid using the telephone during a thunderstorm. * Beware of fallen trees and powerlines. * For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132500. The next warning is due to be issued by 6:05 pm. 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.