Stand-off in Tas home enters second night

Negotiations with an armed man inside a Tasmanian home are stretching into their second night.

A 35-year-old man who is thought to have access to guns remains holed up inside a home in Cedar Street, Newnham.

On Monday he was holding a woman and two children under threat, but they were later released unharmed.

Police have remained in contact with the man inside the home.

Commander Brett Smith says the wellbeing of the man and the safety of local residents and police are their primary concerns.

An information line has been set up for Cedar Street and Laver Grove residents who were evacuated from their homes as a precaution on Monday.

Residents can call 03 6777 3867 for details on returning to their homes.