Hub helps residents prepare for weather and bushfire events

“The Hub has important, up-to-date information and links to key emergency services in one location, including weather warnings, road closures, evacuation centres, airport updates, traffic cameras, flood mapping, as well as Council’s news updates and social media posts.”

Sunshine Coast residents are being urged to check out Sunshine Coast Council’s Disaster Hub as severe weather looms.

This comes as Get Ready Queensland Week (October 9-15) encourages residents to be prepared. While the warmer months always bring a higher chance of intense storms, this season also may bring an elevated risk of bushfires.

Council’s Disaster Management Lead Wayne Sunderland says now is the time for residents to familiarise themselves with Council’s Disaster Hub and understand how to protect their family and property.

“It’s important to prepare now before the next severe weather event, so you’re best placed to handle whatever Mother Nature throws at us,” Mr Sunderland says. “Council’s updated Disaster Hub makes it easier for residents and visitors to prepare before, during and after a disaster or emergency.

“The Hub has important, up-to-date information and links to key emergency services in one location, including weather warnings, road closures, evacuation centres, airport updates, traffic cameras, flood mapping, as well as Council’s news updates and social media posts.

Simple safety steps

There are a few simple steps you can take to Get Ready.

• Step one: Understand your risk

• Step two: Prepare a household emergency plan

• Step three: Pack an emergency kit.

For more information head to the Get Ready Queensland website: getready.qld.gov.au