Cyclones, bushfires and floods can hit with little warning, which is why Mackay Regional Council is urging residents to take steps to be prepared.
This year’s Disaster Ready Saturday has doubled in size, with a new event being introduced in Sarina alongside the long-running Mackay program.
The Mackay event will run on Saturday, the 11th of October, from 9am to 1pm at Caneland Central, outside Peter Alexander. A week later, Sarina residents will have their turn when the event comes to Sarina Beach Shopping Centre, outside IGA, on Saturday, the 18th of October, also from 9am to 1pm.
Both events will feature a wide range of emergency services and community organisations, free emergency information bags, and the chance to enter the draw to win a Honda generator valued at more than $2300, thanks to Mackay Outdoor Power Centre.
Chair of the Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG), Mayor Greg Williamson, said he was pleased to see the initiative expand into Sarina.
“These events are all about giving residents the opportunity to speak directly with council’s Emergency Management Team and members of the LDMG, gather vital preparedness tips and learn how to protect their families and homes,” Mayor Williamson said.
“Over the last decade, Mackay has faced multiple natural disasters – from Cyclone Debbie in 2017 to severe flooding and bushfires in more recent years.
“These events remind us that being prepared isn’t optional – it’s essential.
“That means knowing when to go, where to go, what to take and how to stay informed.
“Disaster Ready Saturday is a great opportunity to get informed, learn how to pack an emergency kit and take those first steps towards preparedness.”
The Mackay event will host representatives from Maritime Safety Queensland, State Emergency Service, Queensland Fire Department, Queensland Ambulance Service, Queensland Police Service, Sunwater, Australian Red Cross, Ergon Energy, NBN Co, as well as council’s Emergency Management and Flood Modelling Teams.
Meanwhile, the Sarina event will include the State Emergency Service, Queensland Fire Department, Queensland Police Service, Queensland Ambulance Service, Ergon Energy, Rural Fire Service and council’s Emergency Management Team.
For more information about preparing for emergencies, residents can visit council’s Emergency Dashboard at disaster.mackay.qld.gov.au.
What: Disaster Ready Saturday
When: 11th of October, 9am to 1pm
Where: Caneland Central
Both events are free and will have a host of disaster management organisations in attendance as well as Jay and Dave from Triple M broadcasting live. Photo supplied
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