Know what to expect during a disaster

Imagine being isolated for days without essential supplies such as power, fresh drinking water or food. 

-See the 101.5FM 'Emergency Info Service' page (click here)

Thousands of Queenslanders experienced this first hand last storm and cyclone season prompting Emergency Management Queensland (EMQ) to remind people what to expect if disaster strikes. 

Are You Ready for the FIRES?

New MBRC alert system to be launched

Moreton Bay Regional Council will launch a new communication platform to provide disaster management alerts to local residents.

Energex Updates

Find out if the power is scheduled to be turned off in your area for maintenance or check restoration times if you've lost power unexpectedly (see links below Twitter feed).

• Planned power outages

To safely maintain and upgrade the electricity network, we sometimes have to turn off the power to particular areas. This list is updated frequently with information about planned outages.

• Unplanned power outages

Lists of the locations and expected restoration times for when power is lost unexpectedly.

Storm and Fire Season

Be 'Storm Safe'

Take some simple steps to protect your family and your home:

• Prepare a family emergency plan

• Identify a safe place to evacuate
• Compile a list of emergency phone numbers
• Decide how to look after your pets
• Prepare an emergency and evacuation kit

• Prepare your home to minimise damage

• Clean gutters and downpipes to drain water quickly
• Secure loose items around the house and garden (eg. Garden Furniture)
• Trim trees and remove overhanging branches
• Shelter vehicles from storms or cover with a heavy blanket and park away from trees, power lines and waterways

• Assemble an emergency kit

• A portable radio and torch with spare batteries
• First Aid Kit
• Candles and waterproof matches
• Waterproof bag and valuables
• Important papers including emergency contact numbers
• Copies of your home emergency plan
• In case of evacuation:

• A good supply of required medications
• Any special requirements for babies, the disabled, infirm or elderly
• Strong shoes
• Food and drinking water

For emergency help in storms and floods call: 132-500