Disaster and emergencies
Get the latest Disaster recovery information
Disaster readiness information
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What to do after a disaster or emergency
Knowing what to do after a disaster is an important part of the recovery process. You may also want to help others by volunteering or making donations.
Current disaster recovery activities
Find out about current recovery activities being conducted by council.
Closures and service interruptions
This page provides up-to-date information on closures and service interruptions caused by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred. Stay informed about the latest updates and prepare accordingly to ensure your safety.
Sandbag disposal
In preparation for Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, the Sunshine Coast community has made use of close to 200,000 SES supplied sandbags.
School Closure
View current school closure information as provided by the Department of Education and Training.
Emergency contacts
Below is additional information on emergency contacts.
Council's roles and plans
View local disaster management plans and procedures, and find details about council's roles and responsibilities in relation to disaster management.
Disaster risks: Sunshine Coast
Find information on the disaster risks across the region: Severe weather and related flooding, bushfires, hazardous material accidents, pandemics and other risks.
Flood mapping
See if your suburb is affected. Download our flood inundation maps
What to do during a disaster or emergency
When disaster strikes you need to follow the advice of authorities on staying put or evacuating and follow your emergency plan.
Be prepared
Find the resources you need to become disaster resilient.
Places of refuge
Council has identified a number of refuge centres for potential use in the case of an emergency or disaster.