ENDORSEMENT OF NOOSA LOCAL DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN 2023 · 2023-10-10 S&O Attachment 1 to the Minutes - Get Ready Packs

Pandemic
Pandemics are highly contagious viruses that are easily spread
and can cause severe illness and even loss of life. The most
common form of pandemic in Australia is influenza, otherwise
known as the flu. Many people die annually from complications
of the flu.

COVID-19                                                  Emergency kits are good practice in preparation for
                                                          any natural disaster or emergency situation but it’s
Novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has affected people from     important to build your emergency kit over time,
many countries around the world.                          rather than buy everything at once.

COVID-19 spreads between people, usually when a sick      Remember, the best things you can do right now
person coughs or sneezes. You might catch COVID-19 if     are keep up-to-date with our information, wash your
someone with the virus sneezes or coughs onto you.        hands often and properly, stay 1.5 metres away from
                                                          people coughing or sneezing, and stay home if
You could also catch the virus if they have coughed or
                                                          you’re sick.
sneezed onto a surface (like a door handle) that you
touch, getting the droplets on your hands and then
transferring them to your mouth, nose or eyes when
you touch your face or eat.                                 WHERE SHOULD I GO FOR MORE
                                                            INFORMATION?
HOW CAN I STOP MYSELF FROM GETTING IT?                      For more information and advice, visit
Washing your hands often and properly means that            covid19.qld.gov.au.
you can prevent viruses from entering your body.            If you are feeling unwell and develop a fever,
That means washing your hands when you’ve been              cough, sore throat or shortness of breath, contact
out and about and before you eat (and after you go          a doctor or call 13HEALTH (13 43 25 84).
to the toilet!).

HOW SHOULD I BE PREPARING MY HOME?
It’s wise to always have some extra food at home and
other supplies like medications and baby needs or pet
food, however there is no need to excessively stockpile
anything. Queenslanders can prepare an emergency
kit to last for 14 days that contains non-perishable
food, medications and other supplies like baby needs
or pet food.




40 Noosa Council                                                                    Emergency Action Guide