Flood info from Queensland Police Service

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Weather & Road condition information

Policelink Flood Information Hotline
Relatives and friends seeking information about people in flood affected areas should call 1300 993 191
International calls: +61 7 3055 6220

Bureau of Meteorology
The BOM website has up to date weather information, including up-coming forecasts
www.bom.gov.au/qld

Warnings and River Height Bulletins
www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood/

Traffic and Travel information
Call 13 19 40 or goto www.131940.qld.gov.au

RACQ road closure site
Call 1300 130 595 or go to www.racq.com.au/travel/Maps_and_Directions/road_conditions

Queensland Police Twitter page
www.twitter.com/qpsmedia

Qld State Disaster Coordinator - Deputy Commissioner Ian Stewart’s Twitter page
www.twitter.com/QldSDC

Monitor local councils and local radio stations for local information and updates.



ABC News and information links

ABC Local Internet Radio Streaming Links
www.abc.net.au/local/

ABC Local Radio Frequency Information
www2b.abc.net.au/reception/frequencyfinder

ABC Qld Flood Crisis Map
http://queenslandfloods.crowdmap.com

ABC Affected Towns Map
www.abc.net.au/news/infographics/qld-floods/default.htm



If you need help

Please contact the SES Flood Storm Emergency line on 132 500. More information about flood preparation and emergency kits can be found at www.disaster.qld.gov.au



When you hear a flood warning


•Listen to your local radio station for severe storm advice and warnings;
•Plan to move vehicles, outdoor equipment, garbage, chemicals and poisons to higher locations;
•Plan which indoor items you will raise or empty if water threatens your home (e.g. freezers and refrigerators); and
•Check your emergency kit and safeguard your pets.


What to do if you need to evacuate


•Pack warm clothing, essential medications, valuables, personal papers, mobile phone, photos and mementos in waterproof bags to be taken with your emergency kit;
•Raise furniture, clothing and valuables on to beds, tables and into roof spaces;
•Empty freezers and refrigerators, leaving doors open;
•Turn off power, water and gas;
•Whether you leave or stay, put sandbags in the toilet bowl and over all laundry/bathroom drain holes to prevent sewage back-flow;
•Lock your home and take recommended evacuation routes for your area; and

Don’t drive in water of unknown depth and current.




How to get assistance

Centrelink QLD Flooding Community Recovery page
www.centrelink.gov.au/internet/internet.nsf/emergency/qld_flooding_dec10.htm

Community Recovery Hotline
People experiencing personal hardship due to the flooding can call 1800 173 349.

Department of Communities website
Visit the Department of Communities website www.communities.qld.gov.au for updates on the types and availability of support.

Queensland Rural Adjustment
Primary producers are urged to contact the Queensland Rural Adjustment Authority www.qraa.qld.gov.au for assistance.

Queensland Health
For practical health advice during and after floods visit the Queensland Health website www.health.qld.gov.au/healthieryou/disaster/ .

Insurance Council of Australia Hotline
If you have a question about your insurance policy, or need help identifying your insurer, call the Insurance Council of Australia's 24-hour emergency hotline on 1300 728 228.

Business and Industry
Businesses impacted by flooding may be eligible for recovery grants and loans visit www.business.qld.gov.au/risk-management/flood-assistance.html .



How you can help

Premier’s Flood Relief appeal
The best way is to donate to the Premier’s Flood Relief appeal:
www.qld.gov.au/floods

St Vincent de Paul Society Flood Appeal
St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland has opened the Vinnies Christmas Flood Appeal to assist Queenslanders affected by flooding. St Vincent de Paul Society Volunteers in affected areas report that what they need now is funds.