What’s your ‘What If’ plan?

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Published
28th October 2021

With storm season upon us, Council is urging the community to ‘Get Ready’ by preparing a ‘What If’ plan.

Households that are well prepared before a natural disaster occurs are more resilient and are able to recover faster.

Charters Towers’ Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG) Chair and Mayor, Cr Frank Beveridge said now is the time to get ready.

“Severe storms, flooding, fires and even cyclones pose a real risk to our region. Supply lines can be cut off, we can experience power loss, damage to our houses and infrastructure. In the event a severe weather event strikes, we want the region to be well prepared.

“There are a few things everyone can do to get ready – clean up around our homes, cut back trees, secure outdoor furniture and other items. Make a plan, pack supplies and make sure insurance is up-to-date,” said the Mayor.

To prepare an emergency plan:

  1. Research hazards and disaster management arrangements in your community.
  2. Discuss possible scenarios and responses with your household.
  3. Record important details on your emergency plan (eg emergency phone numbers, household numbers, details of two meeting places, essential medical information).
  4. Ensure everyone in your household is prepared (eg prepare emergency kit, review and practice emergency plan, teach children how to call Triple Zero).

To find how you can prepare, visit www.getready.qld.gov.au

During an emergency or disaster situation, residents should visit Council’s Emergency Dashboard www.getready.ctrc.qld.gov.au to access up-to-date weather warnings, emergency news, road conditions and power outage information.