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Don’t feel pressured by vehicles behind you to cross a flooded road. Even fully-equipped swiftwater technicians in boats will only enter the water as a last resort.
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If you or your loved ones require regular medication, make sure this is available in any location it might be needed (school, childcare centre, workplace or your vehicle.)
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If you are travelling in an unfamiliar area, seek out and pay close attention to advice from locals.
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If you’re on holiday, or even just making a day trip, take into account potential rises in water levels and plan your travel so you don’t become stranded. Take note of warning signs that tell of local dangers.
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Think about the roads you regularly use and plan alternatives – is there a usually reliable alternative route or do you need to rethink your travel.
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Before storms hit, discuss options with your employer for not attending work, working from home, or having a delayed start or early finish.
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When poor weather is forecast, listen to your local radio station for information, warnings and prepare for all scenarios.
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Realise that your best plan may be to avoid travel altogether and that sometimes your only option will be to wait it out – in your car, visiting a friend nearby, or spending time at a shopping centre or food outlet – be prepared for all options.
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Consider alternative modes of transport, such as trains.
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In preparation of wet season, talk with schools and childcare centres about alternative arrangements they can put in place if you are unable to collect children on time.
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When the wet season is approaching remind ‘on call’ family or friends that you might need them to help.
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Keep a written list of emergency phone numbers in your car, including ‘on call’ friends, school, work and neighbours.
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Keep local emergency numbers handy (near your phone, in your mobile and on your fridge) and in a life‐threatening emergency, call 000 (triple zero)
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At all times, make sure your phone is charged and a charger is available in the car or at work.
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In a life‐threatening emergency, call 000 (triple zero) or signal others to call for your rescue.
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Speak to each driver in your household to make sure they have considered how quickly conditions can change and help them be prepared. |
