This is flood information from a number of sources including the Police and State Emergency Service. Scan over it and click on any links that you may find helpful.
Queensland Police Service The Cunningham Highway near Warwick will be affected by a forced dam release today. Drivers should expect delays #thebigwet #qldfloods
Queensland Police Service All roads east of Dalby are closed. The Warrego remains open to the West, but is in very poor condition #thebigwet #qldfloods
Queensland Police Service The Warrego highway remains closed at Jondaryan, where six houses were evacuated overnight #thebigwet #qldfloods
Queensland Police Service The Bruce Highway is cut in three places south of Gympie, and is likely to remain so for some days. #thebigwet #qldfloods
Queensland Police Service Woodford and Kilcoy are presently isolated by floodwaters, and the Beachmere Road is closed. #thebigwet #qldfloods
Queensland Police Service There are hundreds of local roads closed on the Sunshine Coast. Please avoid unnecessary travel, and drive carefully #thebigwet #qldfloods
Queensland Police Service Bribie Island Road is closed. There are detours in place through Toorbul. #thebigwet #qldfloods
Northern road access to Toogoolawah
Police wish to advise motorists that road access to the north of Toogoolawah will remain closed for an unknown period of time due to flood waters in the area.
The Brisbane Valley Highway remains closed at Fernvale with approximately one to two metres of water covering the road over an extended distance. This excess water has originated from Boundary Creek which has burst its banks.
Currently Cressbrook Creek in Toogoolawah itself is overflowing while water is expected to be released from the full Perseverance Dam this morning.
The release of this water may create extra difficulties for residents although police are currently in contact with those areas likely to be affected.
Police are urging motorists to remain patient and if possible avoid the area.
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
Police remind motorists not to attempt to cross flooded roads or causeways. Do not risk your life, the lives of those in your vehicle and the lives of rescuers. Nothing is so important that you need to enter floodwaters.
Gympie being isolated by floods
Police are urging motorists to avoid Gympie as the district braces to be further isolated due to rising flood waters.
All roads to the south and west of Gympie have been cut including the Bruce Highway and Mary Valley Road as a result of flooding, with the current water level of the Mary River sitting just under 16 metres.
Access to the north of Gympie has been available through Old Maryborough Road, however, it is believed this may become unpassable over the next 12 hours.
Tin Can bay Road to the north-east is currently cut at Coondoo Creek while other roads to the north are closed at a variety of locations.
The water level is expected to peak at 19 metres late today.
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
Police remind motorists not to attempt to cross flooded roads or causeways. Do not risk your life, the lives of those in your vehicle and the lives of rescuers. Nothing is so important that you need to enter floodwaters.
- Bureau of Meteorology website for up to date weather information, including up-coming forecasts www.bom.gov.au ;
- The Traffic and Travel information line on 13 19 40 or http://131940.qld.gov.au/
- RACQ road closure site on 1300 130 595 or http://www.racq.com.au/travel/Maps_and_Directions/road_conditions
- For more information about flood and cyclone preparation and emergency kits can be found at www.disaster.qld.gov.au;
- Monitor local councils and local radio stations for local information and updates.
People experiencing personal hardship due to the flooding can call 1800 173 349, or visit the Department of Communities web site for updates on the types and availability of support.
If you would like to donate to the Premier’s Flood Relief appeal please call 1800 219 028
Primary producers are urged to contact the Queensland Rural Adjustment Authority for assistance.
For practical health advice during and after floods visit the Queensland Health website.
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.
Floodwaters on the rise Dalby
A Local Disaster Management centre has been set up at the Dalby Agricultural College for residents of Dalby following reports of heavy rainfall in the catchment area overnight.
Police and SES have conducted door knocks in the area advising residents that a further three metres of waters is expected by 6am, which will put a number of yards under water and possibly inundate some houses.
There are some suggestions that the water may reach as high as 3.5metres. Already 12 inches of water is flowing through Russell Street and adjoining Acacia Avenue. On the southern side of town, water from the Myall Creek is flowing onto the Golf Course.
Residents are advised to contact the Local Disaster Management Centre on 4662 6666 in the first instance, in which they will be directed to the Dalby Show Grounds where vehicles will be left on higher ground.
It is then anticipated residents will be ferried to the Agricultural Centre. Residents are encouraged to bring their emergency kits (containing essentials such as torches, batteries, some food and the essentials including linen, a sleeping bag and pillow and any required medication.
Residents with pets are encouraged to try and house their animals with friends or family on higher ground, however all efforts will be made to accommodate pets.
| 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 |
What to do if you need to evacuate |
| 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 Authoritywww.qraa.qld.gov.au for assistance. Queensland Health For practical health advice during and after floods visit the Queensland Health websitewww.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 visitwww.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. |
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