Contact Burdekin Shire council via phone or email.
Important contact numbers you may need in an emergency
Prior preparation is the best way to survive any natural disaster or emergency. Find out more here
If you need to or decide to evacuate the best option is always go to family and friends outside the threatened areas
If its flooded, forget it. Find out what to do before, during and after a flood
Cyclones are part of living in North Queensland. Find out what to do before, during and after a cyclone
If you reside near the ocean, find out what to do before and after a storm surge
Severe thunderstorm warnings will generally have a lead time of no more than an hour. Find out what to do before, during and after a severe thunderstorm
Earthquakes are unpredictable and can occur at any time of the day and any time of the year. Find out what to do before, during and after an earthquake
Fires can be unpredictable and in some instances can move extremely fast. You may find yourself suddenly in danger. Find out what to do before, during and after a fire
Despite the presence of the Great Barrier Reef, the Burdekin region could still be affected by a tsunami. Find out what the Tsunami warning signs are and what action you should take
Heatwaves are a risk for anyone who does not take precautions to keep cool, even if you are healthy. Find out what to do before, during and after a heatwave
A landslide is the movement of rock, debris or earth down a slope. Find out what to do during and after a landslide
View the latest Burdekin Local Disaster Management Plans and Subplans
Preview or download our storm tide evacuation maps
Disasters affect everyone differently. Some people recover soon after while others may take a long time to feel like things are ‘back to normal’. Find out what to do after a disaster.