PUBLIC health authorities have issued a warning about using tank water in bushfire-hit areas.
Public Health director Roscoe Taylor said people returning to such areas should take some simple precautions.
"Residents can take steps to ensure the quality of their water after bushfires, which can generate large amounts of ash and debris and contaminate rainwater supplies," Dr Taylor said.
"The presence of ash and debris in rainwater does not represent a health risk but it can affect colour, clarity and taste.
"There may be other contaminants to deal with, including from dead animals or trace chemical residues from burnt treated timber."
Dr Taylor said a few simple steps could ensure rainwater supplies were suitable for drinking after a bushfire. For more information and advice, click here.
For advice on welfare issues for livestock or wildlife following the bushfires, click here.
For more information on the fire situation and support services, contact 1800 567 567.
Southern Water has also reminded customers to observe water restrictions and avoid all non-essential water use tomorrow, when a total fire ban for southern Tasmania will be in effect. At this stage, the ban will be in place until 11.59pm tomorrow.
Southern Water spokesman Ian Dunbabin said water restrictions on total fire ban days meant customers should:
- Turn off all sprinkler systems, including automatic sprinkler systems.
- Restrict hose use to essential purposes such as fire prevention or mitigation.
- Use a bucket if it is necessary to water plants, clean windows, or wash driveways.
"Customers are not asked to forego water for essential purposes, but watering gardens or lawns should be deferred until the total fire ban is removed," Mr Dunbabin said
For more information on water restrictions, click here.
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