Moreton Bay Regional
Council is advising local residents to be prepared for heavy rainfall into the
weekend.
Mayor Allan
Sutherland said the Bureau of Meteorology had forecast thunderstorms over the
next few days.
“This is a timely
reminder for residents to take four easy steps to get storm-ready,” the
Mayor said.
“Know the risks of severe storms and
be
prepared with a household emergency plan about what you would do if a severe
storm cut power or possibly damaged your house.
“Prepare an emergency
kit with emergency phone numbers, a battery operated radio, torch, spare
batteries and first-aid kit.
“Stay alert by tuning your
battery-operated radio to 612 AM, 101.5FM or 99.7FM for regular weather
warnings and updates from the Bureau of Meteorology www.bom.gov.au.”
Mayor Sutherland said it
was important to take precautions during a storm.
"Pets
can be startled by storms so it is important to secure them inside when a storm
is approaching,” the Mayor said.
"Disconnect
electrical items such as televisions and desktop computers which may be
impacted by storms, and avoid using landlines phones.”
Mayor Sutherland said when a storm passes, beware of fallen
powerlines and trees, damaged buildings and flooded watercourses.
“To
report fallen powerlines or damage to the electricity network, please call
Energex on 13 19 62,” Mayor Sutherland said.
“If you require the assistance
of the SES please contact 132 500 or call 000 if it is a life-threatening
emergency.
“Contact
Moreton Bay Regional Council on (07) 3205 0555 to report an emergency situation.”
Moreton Bay Regional
Council's website has more handy tips for being prepared this storm season www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/disaster