A strategy is a collection of actions that if implemented together, can reduce the risk of damage during a weather event or crisis.
The preparedness plan needs to consider how you will protect:
- people (evacuation),
- property,
- contents,
- items on the grounds,
- and your car or other vehicles.
Your state's Fire and Emergency Services website is a great resource for what to include in your plan. For more information check out some examples listed under Actions below.
Actions
If a flood is approaching you should store important items as high as possible. This includes moving them upstairs or placing them on tables.
You should identify what items you want to elevate when creating your flood preparation plan. This could include items such as photos, passports and important documents. It could also include water-sensitive items such as laptops, books, etc.
Resources
Get some sandbags to block your drains, toilet and doorways to prepare for floods.
It's important to note that:
- sandbags at doorways will prevent slow-moving flood water 100 mm above floor level from entering your home
- sandbags over drains and toilets can be lifted off by high pressure water from drains and sewers.
Resources
If you can’t evacuate in your car, move it to higher ground. This will reduce the chances it gets flooded or swept away.