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The storm season is approaching - have your got a PLAN?

Severe storms, east coast lows including the possibility of cyclones, are the most frequent damaging natural hazards for south-east Queensland. Storm and cyclone season officially start in October and east coast lows are a winter phenomenon. So now is the time to consider your ACTION PLAN.



Plan and prepare for storms and other emergencies:
At the beginning of the storm season:

• Trim trees and branches well clear of your home (Please note: A permit may be required. If in doubt, contact Council ph 3829 8999 before clearing any vegetation) 
• Check/secure roofing. Clear guttering and downpipes
• Consider fitting exposed windows with shutters or metal screens
• Clear yard of loose materials that may blow about
• Prepare to be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours
• Check your home insurance is current and adequate.

Click here for how to develop an emergency plan

Listen to instructions and warnings
When a severe storm approaches:

• Tune to local radio
• Look after and secure pets
• Secure loose outdoor items
• Shelter or cover vehicles
• Secure doors and windows and draw curtains
• Put valuables, medications, spare warm clothing in plastic bags, important documents with your emergency kit
• Disconnect electrical items and outside TV/radio aerials.

Act sensibly:
When the storm strikes:

• Stay inside, shelter well clear of windows and skylights
• Shelter in the strongest part of the house. Call SES on 132 500 if you need assistance
• Listen to your portable radio for storm updates
• If outdoors, seek solid enclosed shelter (not a tree)
• If driving, stop clear of trees, powerlines and streams
• Don’t use a fixed telephone during a thunderstorm.

After the storm passes:

• Listen to local radio for official warnings and advice
• Check for damaged windows, walls, or roof.
  Temporarily cover with plastic sheeting and nailed-on wooden strips
• If you don’t need help, check/help your neighbours
• Beware of fallen powerlines, damaged buildings and trees, and flooded watercourses. Don’t go out sight-seeing.

Now is the time plan and prepare

Emergency contact numbers
In a life threatening emergency	call 000	ENERGEX – life threatening	13 19 62
Council After Hours Emergency	3829 8633	ENERGEX – loss of supply	13 62 62
State Emergency Service (SES)	132 500	Police – non-life threatening	3364 6464