Road Weather Alert: Central Plateau, South East, Upper Derwent Valley and Western, TAS

Source: BOM · Tasmania

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BOM has issued a Road Weather Alert for snow-covered roads above 400 metres in Western, Central Plateau, Upper Derwent Valley and South East forecast districts of Tasmania.

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Record type
Road Weather Alert
Affected area
Tasmania
Issued
September 15, 2026
Issuing authority
BOM

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Alert Details

Road Weather Alert IDT38100 issued by the Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology for Tasmania. The alert covers Western, Central Plateau, Upper Derwent Valley and South East forecast districts. It was issued at 10:33 am EST on Tuesday 15 September 2026 and expires at 6:33 pm EST on the same day.

Affected Areas

Western, Central Plateau, Upper Derwent Valley and South East forecast districts in Tasmania.

What You Should Do

For information on any road closures, contact your local council or the Police.

Expected Conditions

Snow covered roads above 400 metres will make driving conditions dangerous during Tuesday afternoon and evening.

Timeline

The alert is effective during Tuesday afternoon and evening on 15 September 2026. The next alert will be issued by 5:00 pm EST Tuesday.

Original source: BOM Official Notice ↗

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Common Questions

Common questions about this BoM weather warning.

What is this BoM weather warning about?
BOM has issued a Road Weather Alert for snow-covered roads above 400 metres in Western, Central Plateau, Upper Derwent Valley and South East forecast districts of Tasmania.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by BOM. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "medium" severity. Stay informed and follow agency guidance.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Tasmania. Check with BOM for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Weather Warnings updates?
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