Weather Information
Being Safe During Storms, Floods and Heatwaves
Residents of the City of Port Phillip have experienced some harsh weather in recent years. We have had storms bringing strong winds, intense rain, thunder, lightening, and sometimes hail. But we have also experienced summer heatwaves, lasting for several days.
Climate science suggests we are likely to experience these harsh weather events more often, and with more strength in the future. This means, we need to understand how we would be impacted by storms, floods and heatwaves, and what we can do to prepare for them in the future.
City of Port Phillip has worked with the State Emergency Services and others to prepare this information specifically for Port Phillip residents, to help you to be safe during storms, floods and heatwaves. The information on this website helps you think about how you, your home or your possessions might be affected by a severe storm, flood or heatwave. It guides you through some basic steps to prepare for a storm, flood or heatwave. It also suggests what you should do during a storm, flood or heatwave.
Steps to keep safe are:
BE AWARE – Understand your risks
BE PREPARED – Plan for floods, storms and heatwaves
BE ALERT – What to do when a flood, storm or heatwave warning is broadcast
BE SAFE – What to do during a flood, storm or heatwave
STAY SAFE – What to do after a flood, storm or heatwave
For more information
For more information or if you require this publication in an alternative format, such as large print, audio, braille, or in a different language, please contact ASSIST on 9209 6777 or email assist@portphillip.vic.gov.au.
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Being safe during Storms, Floods and Heatwaves
