Some rivers in northern Tasmania continue to rise as floodwaters move downstream as the major Tasmanian flood event continues.
While rivers are falling in the north-west region, in the north floodwaters continue to move down the catchments and rises are still occurring in the Meander, South Esk and Macquarie rivers.
Current areas of significant flooding are along the Meander River between Deloraine and Hadspen.
An emergency preparedness warning is in place for South Esk Drive and the river and between Bartley Street and the river.
SES and police last night door-knocked identified Hadspen residents and advised them to be prepared to evacuate if necessary.
Western District Police Commander Stuart Wilkinson, Minister Felix Ellis, Mayor Wayne Johnston and Acting Premier Michael Ferguson in Deloraine. Saturday, October 15, 2022. Image: Grant Viney
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a Moderate Flood Warning for the South Esk and a Slight Flood Warning for the North Esk, both contributing to flows in the Kanamaluka/Tamar River.
Locations likely to be affected are: the riverside along the lower South Esk from Trevallyn Dam to Royal Park and the riverside along the mouth of the North Esk to Tailrace Park in along the Kanamaluka River/Tamar River.
Acting SES director Leon Smith said flooding would continue to pose a threat for some time and it was expected to take several days before the flooding receded.
So far, 53 homes, 17 businesses and 19 community facilities have been damaged by floodwaters in the northern and northwestern regions. Evaluations are ongoing.
From midnight to 3pm on Saturday 15 October, the SES received 33 calls to 132 500, resulting in 4 Requests for Assistance.
Flooded Oval at Deloraine Soccer Club in Deloraine. Saturday, October 15, 2022. Image: Grant Viney
Road closures in impact areas due to flood and storm damage. See the full list here.
The Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) has reported that the major rain event is expected to hit the north and north-west of the state with ongoing flooding over the next week.
Tasmania Police are reminding drone operators to be safe and aware of the rules surrounding the use of unmanned aircraft, particularly those that may restrict flight when emergency aircraft operations are underway.