| BEFORE THE FLOOD | Keep a portable radio and fresh batteriesClear property of potential flood debris (empty drums, timber etc)Know your community disaster planKnow potential flood areas in your localityKnow your nearest high land and line of retreat
Collect tinned food, water containers, emergency lighting, candles, clothing, first aid kit, medicines, money and identification |
| UPON A FLOOD WARNING | Listen to your radio and TV for instructions and bulletinsFill clean water containersMove possessions to flood-free storage or above estimated flood heightFuel carRemove electric motors above estimated flood height
Grease machinery likeIy to be covered by water Don’t ignore warnings ON WARNING OF A LOCAL EVACUATION Switch off electricity and gas Empty fridges and deep freezers – leave doors and lids OPEN Take emergency evacuation kit Follow evacuation instructions |
| DRIVING IN FLOOD AREAS | Avoid areas subject to inundationBeware of washouts, fallen power lines and floating objectsDon’t enter floodwaters before checking depthIf safe to cross, remove fanbelt and cover distributorProceed slowly and steadily
Dry out brakes by applying light pressure until grip returns Drive slowly at night – potholes and clean water cannot be seen. |
| DURING THE FLOOD | Don’t drink floodwaterDon’t spread rumoursDon’t use phone unless in need of help or to report an emergencyDon’t use boats for sightseeing or to cross fast-moving waterDon’t mix floodwater and alcohol – you may drown
Don’t hinder operations by sightseeing Watch out for snakes, centipedes and spiders Store garbage above flood level. |
| AFTER THE FLOOD | Don’t use food or drinks which have been in contact with floodwaterDon’t visit the disaster areas · Don’t handle wet electrical equipmentDon’t use electrical or gas equipment which has been flooded until checked by a qualified tradesmanBoil all water until supplies are declared safe to drinkReport damaged utility lines to appropriate authorities
Clean up flood debris in and around property · Use disinfectant for cleaning Wear shoes in any area which has been flooded |
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