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

  Clean around your home
  Small jobs can make your home safer. Here are some jobs to do throughout the year before
  dangerous weather comes:


         Trim trees to remove leaves and branches that are close to buildings
         Check the roof and gutters are not blocked with leaf litter
         Clear rubbish from around your home
         Make sure windows can be sealed to stop water coming inside.
         Store chemicals and poisons up high
         Check your insurance for correct dangerous weather coverage


       Learn more about getting your home ready at:
       getready.qld.gov.au/get-prepared/house-maintenance-and-preparation

  Have a plan to leave home (evacuate)
  Mostly, it is best to stay at home during dangerous weather. However, it may not be safe if
  there is a risk of fire, flooding or other danger. Make a plan to leave quickly and safely.


                                       Leave home plan:


  Have somewhere to go.
  Where will you stay?


  Let people know you are leaving.
  Who will you call?


  Have safe transport.
  How will you get there?
  Who will drive or take you?


  Things to take with you.
  What important items will
  you take? (see Step 3)


  Other details.


       If someone in your home has additional needs, consider using a person-centred emergency
       plan at: collaborating4inclusion.org/home/pcep



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