Cyclones

Secure or remove anything that could be picked up in strong winds or swept up in storm water.

This may include:

• outdoor furniture

• children's play equipment 

• tools

• kerbside rubbish bins

• barbecues.

Tie down sheds or other small structures not permanently fixed and secure caravans, boats and vehicles in your garage or tie them down to strong structures. 

• Listen to ABC Radio Brisbaneopens in a new tab and check Council's Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) to stay informed.

• Shelter your pets and animals.  

• Secure doors and windows, and draw curtains.  

• Put valuables, medications, spare warm clothing, etc. in plastic bags with your emergency kit.  

• Disconnect electrical items and outside TV aerials, and turn off gas.

• Fuel your car and park it undercover or cover it with tied tarpaulins/blankets.

The Bureau of Meteorologyopens in a new tab provides regular updates once a low-pressure system (the forerunner of a cyclone) forms.  

It is important to be prepared and stay informed. Sign up to receive Brisbane Severe Weather Alertsopens in a new tab and visit Council’s emergency dashboard for real-time severe weather information.  

A battery-powered radio and spare batteries should be part of your emergency preparations and included in your emergency kit.  

The ABC is the official emergency broadcaster and a critical source of information, especially if other communication channels are impacted by loss of power or internet.