Tasmania's official emergency information and warnings platform, TasALERT, is now available on mobile devices.
The app is an extension of the redeveloped TasALERT website, with both purpose-built platforms designed to provide a central source for timely emergency information and warnings.
Premier Jeremy Rockliff said as part of our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania's Future, our Government is committed to keeping Tasmanians safe.
"The TasALERT App truly is a one-stop shop for preparing for, responding to and recovering from an emergency in Tasmania and is another step towards building a more resilient Tasmania," he said.
"People can create an account on the TasALERT app, set their preferences and sign up for warning notifications in their area."
Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Management, Felix Ellis, launched the app at the Tasmania Fire Service and Tasmania SES' northern headquarters at Youngtown.
"The app also makes it easier to know what's happening with your loved ones during an emergency," Minister Ellis said.
"You can set up a watch zone to keep an eye on mum and dad's place, or the kid's school, or to know what's going on at home or work.
"When an incident or warning happens in your watch zone, you will get a notification straight to your phone, providing timely information and advice so you know what to do.
"The Tasmanian Government is doing what matters for our community by investing in important measures to help keep people safe."
The TasALERT App has come to life with the assistance of a $497,496 investment from the Tasmanian Government, $210,925 investment by the Australian Government through Round One of its flagship Disaster Ready Fund, and a $141,000 grant from the Natural Disaster Risk Reduction Grant program.
To download the app, visit your app store, or go to TasALERT.com/download
