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)The weather bureau is warning people in the east of Tasmania to prepare for heavy rain, strong winds and dangerous surf from Wednesday afternoon.
The heaviest falls are expected in the north-east and on the east coast, with up to 200 millimetres possible in isolated areas.
In the south-east, falls of between 40mm and 70mm are forecast, with isolated falls about 100mm in elevated areas.
Alex Melitsis, severe weather forecaster with the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM), said flash flooding would be the most dangerous aspect of the coming weather.
The BOM is also warning of damaging east to south-easterly winds along the east coast, with peak gusts up to 100km/h.
Very heavy surf may lead to damage and erosion and people are warned to stay away from the water on eastern beaches.
Justin Lawson, district support services with Tasmania Police, said in the first instance drivers should reconsider their need to travel.
"If you do have to drive, prepare in advance, take time."
He said easterly winds were likely to "bring down trees".
"That is an added risk factor for any road travel."
STORM AND FLOOD ADVICE:
- Never drive, walk, play, ride or swim through flood water
- Do not go near storm drains and pipes, causeway, waterways, ravines and rivers
- Drive to the conditions
- Move livestock and equipment to higher ground if safe to do so
- Ensure your pets are safe
- If you don't live in the affected area, stay away as conditions may be dangerous.
- Call SES 132 500 for non-life threatening flood and storm emergency assistance
- Call triple zero in an emergency
- Check Tasmania Police's website for updated roads information
- Check updated weather warnings on the BOM website
