Like the rest of Australia, Logan is not immune to the threat of natural disasters such as floods, bushfires and severe storms. However, there are a number of commonsense steps everyone can take to minimise the threat these events pose to people, animals and property.
This guide was developed from information sourced from and with the permission of Emergency Management Australia (EMA).
In the event of a disaster or major emergency:
- Listen for the Standard Emergency Warning System (SEWS). This is a wailing siren that may be broadcast on radio or television anywhere in Australia to draw attention to the fact that an urgent message is about to be made. You should stop and listen, then act immediately on the official advice given. Keep listening for further messages.
- Don’t move injured people unless they are in immediate danger.
- Once you have checked your own family and property, don’t go sightseeing.
- However do not make unnecessary phone calls (to prevent network jam).
- For information on matters such as public health, welfare or building safety contact Council.
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By using the advice here you will be providing valuable assistance to Logan City Council in its own preparation for coping with natural disasters in Logan. The Counter Disaster Committee, made up of representatives from Logan City Council, emergency services and utility providers, meets regularly to ensure that disaster management planning for Logan is on course. This process is very much complemented by the role that each and every individual can play in preparing and responding to disasters.