2023 Emergency Preparation Guide
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Table of Contents 1 Preparedness message 3 Preparing your home 3 Handling heatwaves 4 Electrical safety 5 Bushfire safety 6 First aid 7 Yard clean up 7 Insurance tips 8-9 Prepare in advance - Emergency Plan 10-11 Emergency kits 12 Cyclone tracking 13 Warning sysytems 15 Pets preparation 16 Emergency contacts and links
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Preparedness key to survival RELYING on the duration of one’s residence, such as “I’ve lived here for 30 years, so it won’t happen here,” isn’t a dependable preparedness strategy. While there may not be immediate cause for alarm, it is imperative to acknowledge the potential threats – both natural and otherwise – that can impact our community at any given moment. Cairns and surrounds is susceptible to a range of natural disasters, including tropical cyclones, riverine flooding, flash flooding in both easements and small creeks, and landslides. Consider the future as unpredictable as a magic 8 ball and remember that unforeseeable events will always occur. In the face of this uncertainty, how can we prepare effectively? The answer lies in staying informed, understanding our local area, and recognising how potential hazards may affect us, either directly or indirectly. Essential questions include if you or family members reside in flood or storm surge areas, whether they have established plans and whether those plans account for you and your family’s pets. Are you well-versed in what a storm surge is and when it might manifest? Do you understand the regulations governing storm surge evacuation centres in Cairns? Are you aware that pets are prohibited at these centres, and so is lying down for comfort? Additionally, these facilities can only accommodate a limited number of people at a time. Consider Cairns’ population and the constraints of its access routes, with only two being technically open. Cairns contends with regular traffic and supply issues, often exacerbated by last-minute buying frenzies that deplete essential supplies. These are all crucial factors to consider. Additionally, always heed advice and updates from local, state, and federal emergency management services. This is paramount. They will oversee the relevant messaging. Assemble an emergency home kit, complete with a radio and spare batteries, among other essential items. For information and guidance on localised practical and relevant topics, consult the local council’s disaster dashboard. It will inform you on how to collectively respond as a community, thereby minimising the impact on yourself, your family, and the broader Cairns community. This approach enables us all to recover, clean up, and move forward in a stronger and more efficient way. Preparedness is the cornerstone of resilient communities. Don’t panic, but don’t be complacent either. Sharni Day, Grad Cert Disaster and Emergency Response
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Get home ready for wet season THE team at Freshwater Small Engines have the best tips to prepare your home for disasters and severe weather events. Keep a safe yard: Clean up your yard to reduce the risk of flying debris during storms. Chainsaw basics: Visit us for a friendly chat about chainsaw basics. We stock a wide selection of oils, chains, bars, chain sharpeners, and safety gear. Backup power: Ensure you have a reliable backup power supply to keep your essentials running. Be prepared to manage without power for up to three days. Generator safety: If you must use a generator inside your home, ensure proper ventilation. Ideally operate your generator outdoors to
prevent potential hazards. Off-season servicing: Protect your generator and other small engine equipment during the offseason by preventing stale fuel from clogging your carburetor. Preventive maintenance: Regularly servicing, cleaning, and storing your equipment can significantly reduce the risk of breakdowns for when emergencies strike. Flood and storm readiness: Stay informed about flood and storm surge water levels. Consider using water pumps to help evacuate water during sandbagging efforts. At Freshwater Small Engines, we are here to support your outdoor power equipment needs and help you prepare for any emergency.
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Heatwaves can be dangerous
HEATWAVES are the deadliest natural hazard in Australia, responsible for more deaths than any other disaster. While most heatwaves are lowintensity and manageable, severe and extreme heatwaves pose significant health risks, especially for vulnerable individuals like the elderly and young children. Extreme heatwaves can affect anyone if proper cooling precautions are not taken and can also disrupt transportation, agriculture, energy sectors, and related infrastructure. Heat safety tips for everybody: • Drink lots of water during the day • Put on sunscreen • Wear lightweight and lightcoloured clothes and a hat • Rest in the shade or indoors • Limit caffeine, sugar and alcohol • Never leave children or animals in vehicles • Make sure animals have access to water and shade • Use fans or airconditioning to stay cool.
Understand symptoms of heat sickness: • Feeling sick or vomiting • Dizzy, weak, clumsy, light-headed or fainting • Fast breathing or short of breath • Fast or weak pulse (heartbeat) • High temperature • Red, dry skin. Check-list Monitor the weather, you can use the Bureau of Meteorology Heatwave Service. • Be aware of overnight and maximum daytime temperatures and the duration of the heatwave • Know who you will call for help • Look out for neighbours, friends, relatives, and those living alone • Know local cool public spaces like libraries and shopping centres Understand how to manage your medical condition by asking your doctor: • If your medical condition will be affected by extreme heat
• How much water you should drink in hot weather, especially if you have regular fluid restrictions • How your medications could affect your health in the heat • Store enough medication at the right temperature. Prepare your home by: • Storing cool packs in the fridge or freezer and making ice cubes • Filling spray bottles with cool water to use on your face and body • Checking fridges, freezers, fans and air conditioners work well • Stocking up on food and drinking water • Creating cool rooms and cross breezes in your house • Protecting windows from the sun by using blinds or curtains. Pack emergency power outage kit: This could include a torch, batteries, portable phone charger, candles, matches, a battery-operated radio and a first aid kit.
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Be power-safe in all situations THE electricity that powers your home or workplace can be a powerful and dangerous force, especially during an emergency, so, here are some key tips from Ergon Energy to stay power safe in an emergency. Safety in heavy rains and floods Wet appliances, wiring or switchboards can cause lifethreatening electric shocks. Water can also damage the wiring inside your appliances, making them dangerous to use. Remember, even if your property isn’t directly affected by a flood, Ergon might still need to disconnect your power. Safety around lightning • Unplug all electrical equipment • Avoid using a landline telephone during storms • Stay inside to avoid lightning strikes • If you’re outside, stay away from trees and poles • Visit the Bureau of Meteorology warnings page for updates. Safety in high winds and cyclones • Visit the Get Ready Queensland website for strategies to prepare for cyclones • Remove weak branches or trees that could fall onto your home • Secure outdoor furniture so they can’t get blown around • Look out for overhead and fallen powerlines around fallen trees and debris. Safety in bushfires • Stay away from any electrical equipment which is at risk of
Ergon Energy Network’s vegetation management crews trimming branches away from powerlines. catching on fire • Look out for overhead and fallen powerlines • After the fire, keep away from any exposed underground cables or melted pillar boxes. Even if you’re not directly affected by bushfires, Ergon might still need to disconnect your power supply. Backup power supply safety Power generators produce toxic carbon monoxide gas when burning fuel, which can easily reach lifethreatening levels without being noticed, so…Run your generator outside only • Position your generator well away from open windows
• Always use a battery-operated carbon monoxide alarm with the generator. This will alert you if levels become dangerously high. Solar power safety When a storm or flood is coming, shut down your solar power system if you can. Always follow your installer’s shutdown procedures. You should be able to find these at the inverter and/or on the main switchboard. REMEMBER: Don’t reconnect any solar PV systems unless a licensed electrical contractor has certified the installation is safe.
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Bushfire safety plan is crucial Have a plan to either: • Leave early (your safest option) • Stay and defend (you need to be very well prepared). Stay informed by: • Your local ABC radio station • Local council disaster dashboard (online) • the Bureau of Meteorology mobile app • Queensland Fire and Emergency Services social media.
like water tanks, swimming pools or dam, hoses, watering systems (turn on sprinklers to wet the ground) • Make sure fire trucks have a clear
path to your property by cleaning away anything blocking the driveway and unlocking gates • Move outdoor animals to open, cleared areas, and take pets inside.
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Get your emergency kit out of storage. • Put fuel in your car and move it to a safe spot • Remove external door mats, furniture and other items that could catch on fire • Cut back branches that are growing near buildings and rake up leaves, bark and twigs • Move garden waste and rubbish away from home, buildings and fence line • Ensure access to water supplies,
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Basic first aid should be priority AS the wet season approaches it’s important for Cairns’ residents to learn basic first aid and stock up their firstaid kit to be prepared for any emergencies the unpredictable weather may bring. First aid is essential in stabilising a person’s condition and providing immediate relief, it can prevent further harm or complications. By administering basic lifesaving techniques and applying appropriate first aid measures, chances of survival and recovery increase greatly. Having a wellequipped first aid kit is essential in your
cyclone preparation kit, and will help you provide essential first aid if required. These kits are equipped with essential supplies like bandages, antiseptics, dressings, and tools to manage various injuries and medical conditions. If you take regular medications, make sure you have ample supply in preparation. First aid kits will act as a portable medical resource, ensuring that supplies are available when needed, especially in remote or isolated locations where professional medical assistance may not be immediately accessible.
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Clean-up yard DESTRUCTIVE winds can cause extensive damage and can turn debris into dangerous missiles. • Do yard work ahead of any weather event • Trim and clear trees and branches away from your home and keep trees that are under or near power lines to a height of less than four metres • Remove all coconuts, dead and dying limbs from your trees. Remember, the high-speed winds can turn any object into a life-threatening projectile. For more support, visit the Cairns Tree Fellers Facebook page.
Insurance tips for FNQ homes • CHECK that you have home building and contents insurance and that your policy is up to date • Ensure your policy includes cover for water damage and accounts for any other structures on your property such as sheds • Check that you have appropriate insurance for any vehicles, boats or caravans that may be on your property
• Use an online insurance calculator as a guide to help you decide how much to insure your house • If you live in an older building, especially if it was built before 1980, ensure that you have factored in any additional costs associated with complying to to the current building codes when building or repairing your home • Check whether you are adequately
covered for ‘removal of debris’ (clean-up costs after a cyclone) • Make sure that your insurance policy covers you for temporary accommodation in case you can’t live in your home due to a cyclone • If you’re a small business, check if you are covered for the costs of interruption to your business if there is a cyclone that affects your property.
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Prepare your emergency plan Know the hazards:
Always remember: Having an emergency plan is an important step to prepare for, survive and cope with emergencies. Know: all householders need to know where your emergency plan is kept. Involve: all householders in your disaster preparations so everone understands the risks and appropriate actions required in an emergency. Practice: your emergency plan with all householders every few months to make sure everyone knows what to do if an emergency occurs. This page includes four simple steps to help you, your family and household. The emergency plan is on the other side of this page for you to complete for your household.
q Research potential hazards in your community and Disaster Management Plans q Check with the local library and council for information q Inquire about local warning systems, evacuation procedures, and routes q Ask workplaces, schools, and childcare providers about emergency and evacuation plans q Explore available local support agencies. Plan for scenarios: q Discuss potential emergency scenarios and responses with your household q Decide on actions for various emergencies q Determine meeting locations and communication methods q Ensure awareness of the Standard Emergency Warning Signal (SEWS) and the local ABC radio station for updates q Prepare for possible evacuations q Nominate meeting places and emergency contacts q Discuss medical conditions and pet preparations. Record vital information: q Document important contacts, including emergency numbers, medical services, local
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council, and more q List household mobile phones, work, school, childcare providers, friends, neighbours, and household emergency contacts q Note meeting place details, medical conditions, essential medications, and pet information q Record local radio station frequency and weather service contacts. Ensure household preparedness: q Create an emergency kit and keep it accessible q Practice your emergency plan regularly q Teach children how to call Triple Zero (000) during life-threatening emergencies q Include a fully stocked first aid kit in your emergency kit q Educate household members on safety procedures, such as turning off power, water, and gas in case of evacuation q Display your emergency plan and provide copies to relevant individuals q Consider joining a community emergency service organization like the State Emergency Service (SES) to enhance your disaster preparedness. Note: Keep your emergency plan on the fridge or a notice board and store a copy in your emergency kit.
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Household emergency plan www.qld.gov.au/ get ready
Display this on the fridge or in the pantry, provide copies to household members, relevant friends, family and neighbours and keep a copy in your emergency kit.
CONTACT INFORMATION
ACTIVATION / EVACUATION
Householder contact information Name:
Number:
Name:
Number:
Name:
Number:
Name:
Number:
Vehicle registration
Our emergency kit is kept
Nearby evacuation destination
Main service supplies
Place to meet:
Electricity
Address:
Gas
Phone Number:
Solar
Email address:
Water
Outside your neighbourhood evacuation destination
Our strongest room is
Location/switch off
Local radio stations
Place to meet: Address: Phone Number:
Emergency plan activation
Email address:
q Contact all householders Emergency contacts
q Check on our neighbours
Local Contact:
q Locate emergency kit
Interstate contact:
q Make final preparation
Storm damage and rising flood water - SES
132 500
Life threatening emergencies Police/ Fire / Ambulance
Triple Zero (000) 112 from mobiles
q Shelter in our strongest room (unless instructed to evacuate)
Evacuation Checklist
Local Council: Doctor / Hospital:
Prior to evacuation
When evacuating
q Ensure vehicle is full of fuel
q Pack emergency kit, Evacuation kit, a copy of emergency plan, important documents and valuables, medications and water supplies
q Know the location of our evacuation meeting place
q Contact our out of town emergency contact before we leave, and once we arrive at our evacuation destination
q Know the preferred evacuation routes
q Turn off mains supply for power, gas and water
q Check on our neighbours
q Secure and lock our home and proceed to our predetermined evacuation destination
Insurance suppliers: Ergon: Main Roads: Local disaster coordination centre: School: Childcare: Workplace: Vet: Medical Conditions
q Tune into Warnings
Essential medication/ dosage
If flooding or storm surge is imminent Sandbag internal drains and toilets to prevent backwash Pets
Store electrical items off the ground
Special needs
See pages 10-11 for emergency kit contents
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Emergency kit: essential items Food and water q Range of non-perishable food items q Bottled water. Medical and sanitation Having an emergency kit is an important step to prepare for, survive and cope with emergencies. On this page Is a list of items which should be in your kit at all times. On the other side of this page is a list of extra items which, if you do not keep at all times, you should add to your kit during storm or cyclone season.
q First aid kit and manual q Essential medications, prescriptions and dosage q Toilet paper q Toothbrush, toothpaste, soap and shampoo q Personal hygiene items, including face masks, hand sanitiser and wet-wipes. Lights q Torch with extra batteries q Battery powered lantern q Candles, lighter and waterproof matches. Communications q Battery powered radio with extra batteries. Clothing and footwear q Warm clothing, wet-weather clothing, and closed-toe shoes for everyone. Tools and supplies q Whistle, utility knife, duct tape/masking tape q Garbage bags, ties and zip lock bags q Safety glasses and sunglasses.
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Miscellaneous q Special items for infants (nappies, formula etc) q Special items needed by elderly or people with special needs q Spare house and car keys q Pet food, water and and other animal needs. Important documents Keep originals digital copies or certified copies of these documents in your emergency kit. Keep all of these items in sealed plastic bags. q Insurance papers for your house and contents, and cars q Inventory of household goods q Wills and life insurance documents q House deeds/mortgage documents q Birth and marriage certificates q Passports and visa details q Stocks and bonds q Medicare, pension cards, immunisation records q Bank account and credit card details q A back up copy of any important computer files q Household emergency plan with emergency contact numbers.
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Emergency kit: extra things It is preferable to keep stocks of these items in your kit all the time. However, if you do not have enough space in your kit, make a note of where to find the extra items in your home so you can collect them quickly. Remember: if you have visitors during an emergency, you will need supplies for them as well. Food and water q Three days’ supply of non-perishable food (plus can opener, cooking gear, plates and utensils) q Clean water in sealed containers (10 litres per person is recommended for three days supply) q Water purification tablets. Medical and sanitation supplies q Extra supplies of medications q Extra toiletry and sanitary supplies, sunscreen and insect repellant q Prescription details for all medications q Spare spectacles. Tools, communications and supplies q Wide masking tape for windows q Wrench or pliers to turn off all utilities q Tent or tarpaulin q Woollen and thermal blankets q A fully charged mobile phone, charger and portable chargers/power banks.
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Clothing and footwear q Change of clothes for everyone, stored in plastic bags q Spare clothes and bedding. Miscellaneous items q Extra supplies for infants (extra formula, nappies etc) q Extra items for the elderly or people with special needs q Spare cash in case electronic bank tellers don’t work q Pets – provisions and information (such as vet’s papers, leash, food and water, collars with identification tag, pet beds, litter pan and scooper, carrier or harness, medication). In an emergency, there may be interruptions to power and water supplies. Ensure you have adequate stocks on hand: q Barbeque or portable stove with fuel q Spare batteries for torch and radio q Esky or gas/battery powered refrigerator.
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Useful cyclone tracking maps THE Bureau of Meteorology issues a tropical cyclone forecast tracking map for each tropical cyclone in the Australian region or likely to affect communities in Australia. The map shows forecast movement – indicating where the cyclone centre might move, its intensity and its warning zones. The map is issued in real time and has information that could save your life. How to read the track map: Check whether your location is in the forecast path of the cyclone, and whether you are in a watch or warning area. You can still be at risk if you are outside the range of possible tracks. • The warning area, in dark orange shading, is where gale force or stronger winds are expected in the
next 24 hours • The watch area, in light orange shading, is where gale force or stronger winds might happen in the next 24–48 hours. Follow the track, shown by the black line and arrows. These indicate: • Where the tropical cyclone has been • Its current location and intensity • Its most likely track for the next 72 hours. The number in the centre of the cyclone symbol at each time stamp is the intensity category of the tropical cyclone. They rate from category 1-5. Category 1: Strongest gust below 125km/h - gales. Category 2: Strongest gust 125-169km/h - destructive winds. Category 3: Strongest
Example of a Cyclone track map. This example is Cyclone Ita, 2014. Picture: Bureau of Meteorology
gust 170-224km/h - very destructive winds. Category 4: Strongest gust 225-280km/h - very destrictive winds. Category 5: Strongest gust above 280km/h - extremely dangerous with widespread destruction.
The higher the rating, the worst damage can be. Category 1 can cause slight damage while category 5 cyclones lead to widespread destruction, affecting all homes, businesses and crops, posing significant risks to lives and communities.
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Don’t ignore warning systems THE STANDARD EMERGENCY WARNING SIGNAL (SEWS) SEWS is an audible signal that is sounded on broadcast media in an emergency situation to gain public attention. This would typically occur in an area where a tropical cyclone of category 2 or stronger is expected to affect a community within 12 hours. This is the sound that should never be ignored. CYCLONE WATCH A cyclone watch is issued if a cyclone or potential cyclone exists and there are strong indications that winds above gale force will affect coastal or island communities within 24 to 48 hours of issue. The message contains a brief estimate of the cyclone’s location, intensity, severity category and movement, and identifies the coastal area that could be affected. Watch messages are renewed every six hours.
CYCLONE WARNING A cyclone warning is issued as soon as gales or stronger winds are expected to affect coastal or island communities within 24 hours. It identifies the communities being threatened and contains the cyclone’s name, its location, intensity (including maximum wind gusts and its severity category) and its movement. Forecasts of heavy rainfall flooding and abnormally high tides are included when necessary. Communities under threat are advised to take precautions necessary to safeguard their lives and property. A tropical cyclone is prefixed “FLASH” when it is first advised to a community not previously alerted by a cyclone watch. It’s also issued when major changes are made to previous warnings due, for example, to an unexpected movement towards the coast or rapid intensification. Cyclone warnings are issued every three hours, unless a cyclone under
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radar surveillance is close to the coast. In this case, hourly advices may be issued. EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM An emergency alert is the national telephone-based system that the State Disaster Coordination Centre uses to send messages to landlines and mobile phones to warn people of dangerous weather and possible severe impacts. The decision to send an emergency alert is based on certainty, severity, timeframe, frequency and action. You do not need to register to receive an emergency alert. Emergency alert messages are sent from: +61 444 444 444 These messages are not a scam and are official text messages from the Queensland State Disaster Coordination Centre as part of the national geo-targeting emergency alert system. If you receive an emergency alert and want more information, follow the instructions in the message.
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Prepare to evacuate your pets EMERGENCY planning for pets is an important part of emergency household preparations and greatly increases the likelihood of evacuating your pets to safety. • Determine a safe relocation for your pets during evacuations • Train pets for easy transportation in a cage, carrier, crate, or horse float • Keep vaccinations up-to-date and store certificates securely • Ensure cats and dogs have ID tags with two contact numbers and are registered with the local council • Microchip your pets with current contact details (consult your vet for details) • Stay informed about emergency plan updates from your local council • Prepare a pet emergency kit for each pet in advance • Schedule regular practice of your
pet evacuation plan. PET EMERGENCY KIT q Food and water: Bowls and one week’s non-refrigerated food supply q Medications: Include clear treatment instructions and medical records q Important documents: Council registration, vaccination records, and waterproofed photos q Transportation equipment: Collars, leads, cages, carriers, crates, or horse floats q Sanitation: Waste bags, cleaning products, litter, and litter tray q Bedding: Blankets, beds, nesting materials etc q Comfort: Toys and favourite items q First aid kit for your pet. EMERGENCY CONTACT LIST: q Your vet q Local animal shelter.
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Emergency contacts and links LIFE THREATENING EMERGENCIES 000 (triple 0) for fire, ambulance or police 112 from mobiles AMBULANCE 13 22 33 for non-life-threatening calls QUEENSLAND FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVCE (QFES) www.facebook.com/QldFireand EmergencyServices www.qfes.qld.gov.au QUEENSLAND POLICE SERVICE 13 14 44 PoliceLink www.police.qld.gov.au/policelinkreporting www.facebook.com/ QueenslandPolice STATE EMERGENCY SERVICE (SES) 13 25 00 for assistance www.facebook.com/SESFNR 13HEALTH 13 43 25 84 for health information, advice or referrals
POWER SUPPLY AND OUTAGES 13 16 70 emergency (24/7) 13 22 96 power outages (24/7) 13 74 66 general enquiries www.ergon.com.au/network/ outages/outage-finder/outagefinder-map
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CAIRNS REGIONAL COUNCIL 1300 69 22 47 General enquiries & After hours emergencies (24/7) www.cairns.qld.gov.au www.disaster.cairns.qld.gov.au
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PORTS NORTH 4051 2558 Cairns Port Operations & Emergency 4052 7470 Cairns Port Vessel Traffic Services ROAD CONDITIONS 13 19 40 to report hazards & incidents www.roadconditions.racq.com.au www.qldtraffic.qld.gov.au RADIO STATIONS ABC Far North: Cairns: 106.7FM / 801AM Babinda & Innisfail: 95.7FM Atherton & Mareeba: 106.7FM / 720AM Mossman & Port Douglas: 106.7FM / 639AM
CASSOWARY COAST REGIONAL COUNCIL 1300 763 903 general enquiries WEATHER & WARNINGS 1300 188 505 Disaster BUREAU OF METEOROLOGY Coordination Centre www.bom.gov.au www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au 1300 659 212 Tropical cyclone www.disaster.cassowarycoast.qld. Douglas FM: 101.5FM and flood warnings gov.au 1300 659 219 Land weather and CairnsFM: 89.1FM flood warnings DOUGLAS SHIRE COUNCIL 1300 878 626 Australian Tsunami 4099 9444 or 1800 026 318 Bumma Bippera Community: Warning Service General enquiries 98.7FM 1300 360 427 Queensland coastal 4099 9444 After hours marine warnings emergencies 4KZ: 531AM www.facebook.com/ www.douglas.qld.gov.au bureauofmeteorology www.dashboard.douglas.qld.gov.au 4AM: 558AM
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