BE SURE THE ENTIRE FAMILY UNDERSTANDS THIS ACTION PLAN
| WHEN THE STORM IS APPROACHING | Keep your radio on and listen for warnings.Shelter and secure your pets and animals.Place vehicles under cover.Turn off all unnecessary electrical appliances.
Ensure you have a first-aid kit.
Check your emergency contact numbers.
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| WHEN THE STORM HITS | Stay inside and shelter in the strongest part of the house (see handy hints section).Keep clear of windows and large areas of glass.If necessary, cover yourself with a mattress, blanket, doona or tarpaulin.Listen to your battery radio for storm updates.Turn off all electrical appliances.
Don’t use the phone. lf outdoors find emergency shelter. If driving, pull over, park until the storm passes. Keep clear of stormwater drains. |
| AFTER THE STORM AS PASSED | Check your house for damage.Listen to your radio for further warnings and reports of damage and disruption to services.If you need emergency assistance, consult your emergency assistance guide.If YOU don’t need assistance, check on your neighbour’s situation.Beware of fallen power lines, damaged buildings and damaged trees.
Don’t go sightseeing, stay at home. Don’t ignore official warnings and advice. Keep children away from flooded drains and culverts. |
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