Tas: Stormy, wet weather rocks Tasmania

AAP General News (Australia)
02-23-2008
Tas: Stormy, wet weather rocks Tasmania

HOBART, Feb 23 AAP - Stormy, wet weather has been a main factor in causing at least
13 car crashes in Tasmania's south and trees and live powerlines falling in the states'
north.

Tasmania Police attended 13 car crashes this afternoon, which coincided with wet road
conditions, Sergeant Andrew O'Dwyer said.

"Most crashes can be attributed to drivers continuing to drive to the speed limit rather
than to the prevailing road conditions," Sgt O'Dwyer said.

The crashes occurred at Seven Mile Beach, Warrane, Mornington, Risdon Vale, Moonah,
North …