What the mapping shows for Forth
Part of Forth is mapped as subject to coastal inundation.
2.9% of Forth is mapped as subject to coastal inundation (coastal inundation hazard band, including 1% AEP storm tide at 2100)
3.7% of Forth is mapped as subject to coastal erosion (coastal erosion hazard band mapped for the Tasmanian planning system)
Tasmanian Coastal Inundation Hazard Bands (20161201), State of Tasmania (Department of Premier and Cabinet), Creative Commons Attribution 4.0, retrieved 2026-10-23
This is a share of the suburb's land area from a published state dataset, not an assessment of any property. A ClimateNest report scores the individual address across eight hazards, with insurance and value projections to 2050.
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2.9% of Forth is mapped as subject to coastal inundation (coastal inundation hazard band, including 1% AEP storm tide at 2100)
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Heat Risk Score
Not assessedForth experiences moderate heat risk. Climate change is projected to increase the frequency and intensity of heatwaves, impacting vulnerable populations.
Key Facts
- Heat Risk
- Forth experiences moderate heat risk. Climate change is projected to increase the frequency and intensity of heatwaves, impacting vulnerable populations.
- Trend
- increasing
- Suburb
- Forth, TAS
- Overall Risk
- Medium
- Postcode
- 7310
Heat Risk Analysis
Forth in Tasmania faces location-specific extreme heat risk. The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) reports that Australia's average temperature has increased by approximately 1.5 °C since 1910, with the frequency of extreme heat days rising across most regions.
The urban heat island (UHI) effect can make built-up areas of Forth warmer than surrounding rural areas, particularly on summer nights. Dark roof materials, limited tree canopy cover, and heat-absorbing surfaces contribute to localised heat stress that varies by property.
Heatwaves can strain infrastructure and impact public health. Cooling centers and community awareness programs are important.
Get an address-level heat risk assessment from ClimateNest for Forth including cooling cost estimates, heatwave vulnerability scoring, and adaptation recommendations tailored to your property.
ClimateNest assesses hazards at the address rather than the suburb, because exposure varies street by street within Forth. An address-level check is what tells you about a specific property before you buy, sell or insure it.
Local Hazard Evidence
Historical Events
A prolonged heatwave resulted in heat stress and health impacts.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Improve Flood Defenses
Near-termUpgrade drainage systems and construct flood barriers to protect properties from riverine flooding.
Est. cost: Medium
Bushfire Preparedness
ImmediateImplement bushfire mitigation measures, including vegetation management and community education programs.
Est. cost: Low
Heatwave Action Plan
Near-termDevelop a heatwave action plan to protect vulnerable populations during extreme heat events.
Est. cost: Low
Coastal Protection
Long-termImplement coastal protection measures, such as seawalls and beach nourishment, to mitigate the impacts of sea level rise and storm surges.
Est. cost: High
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
How hot does Forth get in summer?
Forth in Tasmania experiences summer temperatures consistent with the regional climate. BOM publishes historical temperature data for weather stations near Forth. Get a property-specific heat exposure assessment with projected cooling costs from ClimateNest.
Is extreme heat increasing in Forth?
Australia-wide, extreme heat events have become more frequent since the mid-20th century, and this trend is consistent with CSIRO climate projections for Tasmania. Continued warming is likely through 2050 under all emissions scenarios.
How does heat affect energy costs for Forth properties?
Higher temperatures increase cooling demand, which raises electricity costs. ClimateNest provides energy cost projections based on your property's specific exposure to extreme heat days in Forth and the performance of your building envelope.
What heat mitigation measures work best in Forth?
Effective heat mitigation includes light-coloured roofing (cool roofs), ceiling and wall insulation, double-glazed windows, external shading, cross-ventilation design, and increasing tree canopy around the property. These measures reduce indoor temperatures and cooling costs.
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