In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000)
This page provides information about emergency preparedness and resources for Glenorchy residents.
Emergency contacts
| Emergency | Contact |
| Life-threatening emergency | 000 |
| Tasmania Police (non-urgent) | 131 444 |
| Tasmania Fire Service (non-urgent) | 1800 000 007 |
| State Emergency Service (non-urgent) | 132 500 |
| TasNetworks (power outage) | 132 004 |
Preparing for emergencies
Being prepared can make a significant difference in an emergency. Key steps include:
- Know your risks — Glenorchy residents should be aware of bushfire, flood and severe weather risks.
- Make a plan — know what you will do if an emergency occurs, including how your household will evacuate and where you will go.
- Prepare an emergency kit — include water, food, medications, important documents, torch and first aid supplies.
- Stay informed — register for emergency alerts through TasALERT.
TasALERT
TasALERT is the Tasmanian Government’s emergency information service. Register to receive alerts via SMS.
Website: tas.gov.au/tasalert
Glenorchy emergency contacts
For Council-managed issues during or after an emergency (such as fallen trees or damaged roads), contact:
Phone: 03 6216 6800 (business hours) After-hours emergency: 03 6216 6800 (recorded instructions for after-hours contacts)
More resources
- Tasmania SES: ses.tas.gov.au
- Tasmania Fire Service: fire.tas.gov.au
- Bureau of Meteorology: bom.gov.au
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