Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations
Moderate Flood Warning For The North Esk River
Issued at 02:33 PM AEST on Saturday 26 July 2025
Flood Warning Number: 2
A PEAK NEAR THE MODERATE FLOOD LEVEL IS POSSIBLE AT CORRA LINN OVERNIGHT SATURDAY INTO SUNDAY
Moderate rainfall has been observed in the North Esk River catchment since Friday night. Further showers are forecast for the remainder of Saturday afternoon. River level rises and areas of minor flooding are occurring along the North Esk River. Further river level rises and areas of flooding are likely during the remainder of Saturday.
A Flood Watch is current for parts of the North and South East Tasmania
St Patricks River:
River level rises are occurring along the St Patricks River.
The St Patricks River at Nunamara is currently at 1.13 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
Further river level rises are likely along the St Patricks River at Nunamara, however the river level is expected to remain below the minor flood level (2.00 m).
Upper North Esk River:
Further river level rises are likely along the Upper North Esk River.
Lower North Esk River around Corra Linn:
Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is possible along the Lower North Esk River around Corra Linn.
The North Esk River at Corra Linn is currently at 2.87 m and rising, above the minor flood level (2.70 m).
The North Esk River at Corra Linn may peak near the moderate flood level (3.60 m) overnight Saturday into Sunday.
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 PM AEST on Saturday 26 July 2025.
Latest River Heights:
St Patricks River at Nunamara,1.13,steady,2:24 pm Sat 26/07/25
North Esk River at Ballroom,1.35,rising,12:15 pm Sat 26/07/25
North Esk River at Corra Linn,2.87,rising,2:20 pm Sat 26/07/25
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.
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