During an emergency, please tune into RoxFM (105.5 FM) for emergency updates.
Power Outages:
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Have a written and practised Power Outage Plan
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Necessary phone numbers (000, contacts of family members, medical services, your local council, numbers for different types of emergencies)
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Information about your emergency kit (who is in charge of the kit, the location)
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Switch off all appliances to prevent any power surges when power is restored to your property
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There may not be access to ATM’s during a power outage, so it's a good idea to have some emergency cash stored in your home.
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Prepare an emergency kit
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A charged phone or landline that does not rely on power
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A mobile phone charger that works in the car
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Alternative lighting such as torches or candles
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Alternative sources for cooking, heating or cooling
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Sufficient water and food supply
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Battery operated radio to get regular updates on whether conditions and outages
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First aid kit
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Batteries
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Basic tool kit
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Suitable fire extinguisher and fire blanket
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Whistle in case you need to attract attention
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Bushfire:
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Have a written and practised bushfire survival plan
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Consider whether you will leave early or if you will stay and defend
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Consider your mental and physical abilities
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Consider those that are living at your property (Do they have a health or disability issue)
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Is your property prepared if the Fire Danger Rating is Extreme
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Prepare your homes and property
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Fuel-reduced area cleared of flammable materials
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Make sure if you plan to defend your home that your house meets the latest Building code of Australia for building in bush-fire prone areas
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Prepare an emergency kit
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First aid kits
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Portable torches
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Batteries
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Battery operated radio
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Sufficient water and food supply
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Petrol or diesel pump and generator
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Appropriate clothing
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Hoses
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Street directory in case you need to drive unfamiliar areas
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Whistle in case you need to attract attention
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Basic tool kit
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Suitable fire extinguisher and fire blanket
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Severe Weather:
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Have a written and practised severe weather survival plan
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Keep a list of emergency numbers (CFS, 000, Family members etc.)
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Check if you have adequate insurance cover for your building, contents and vehicle
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Move cars undercover
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Secure loose outdoor items such as outdoor furniture, children play equipment etc.
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Unplug electrical appliances that may be affected by power surges. If power is lost, unplug major appliances to reduce the power surge and possible damage when power is restored.
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Prepare your homes and property
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Regularly trim branches in your yard.
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Inspect roofs, gutters and downpipes (remove leaf litter and rubbish, secure loose roof tiles or metal sheets, make repairs)
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Keep your yard clutter free (put away loose items)
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Put cars undercover (if there is no cover place a blanket over the car and park away from trees)
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Prepare an emergency kit
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Alternative light in case the power goes out
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First aid kit
- Batteries
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Sufficient water and food supply
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Whistle in case you need to attract attention
Damage after Emergency
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If you notice trees, light poles or signs down around in your area please contact Roxby Council on 8671 0010 (after hours select Option 2)
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If you see lost pets please contact Roxby Council 8671 0010 so the rightful owners can be located. (after hours select Option 1)
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If there is damage to your house, and you are renting, please contact your real estate agent.