THE new Warwick Flood Emergency Action Guide developed by the Southern Downs Regional Council will be distributed to residents who live in flood-prone parts of Warwick.
Mayor Peter Blundell said it was designed after the devastation of the 2013 floods and in the knowledge more will occur.
Council is working on developing similar guides for Stanthorpe and Killarney.
“The guide is a comprehensive booklet with historical information, tips on how to prepare for
flood events, descriptions of flood warnings, flood severity classifications and what to do
before, during and after a flood,” Cr Blundell said.
“Most importantly the guide contains a series of flood evacuation maps which show the
Warwick flood zone in a moderate and major flood.
“Residents can identify if they live in an area that would need to be evacuated in a flood event. “
Cr Blundell said the best way to protect ourselves and minimise the effects of floods is to be prepared.
“Council and the Bureau of Meteorology work collaboratively to operate a flood alert system
for Warwick and our Local Disaster Management Group swings into action immediately it is
needed,” he said.
Recent storms in Stanthorpe brought extensive damage.
“There is no more clearer a warning than this – we need to be ready,” Cr Blundell said.
The booklet is available on Council’s website and printed copies will be letter-boxed in flood-prone areas and mailed to owners of rental properties.
