Storm
Storms can occur anywhere and at any time. They often bring strong winds, flash flooding, large hailstones and lightning. They can cause major damage and put your life at risk.
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Warnings and alerts
Power Outages
In case of emergency, planning for a power outage is essential.
There are three important steps to being prepared:
- Be Safe - Your health and safety is the priority.
- Be Smart - If the power goes out, you’ll want to stay connected.
- Be Ready - Have a plan in place for back-up power.
Read more about preparing for power outages on the PowerCor website
Visit the PowerCor website for current power outage locations and information
Being Storm Ready
Here's what you can do to plan and stay safe before a storm hits:
- Plan for what you will do and take with you, if you need to evacuate. Find out how to prepare your home and/or workplace, and consider the advice below.
- Before a storm hits:
- Park your car undercover and away from trees.
- Clean your gutters, downpipes and drains to ensure they are not blocked.
- Check that loose items such as outdoor furniture, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured.
- Be alert to dangerous road conditions when driving, including low visibility, fallen and damaged trees and powerlines. Avoid travel if possible.
- Be prepared - You may be isolated for an extended period of time. Make sure you have essential supplies prepared to last for at least three to five days, including food, drinking water, medications and pet food.
- Be prepared - You may lose services including power, water, sewerage and gas.
- Stay informed – monitor weather warnings and forecasts at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through the VicEmergency app, website and hotline (1800 226 226).