When a flood alert is issued, it’s time to act. You can use this online checklist as a guide to prepare and secure your home.
If you prefer, you can download it to your device.
- Develop an evacuation plan specific to your home and local area.
- Identify the safest routes to community support centres.
- Confirm the contact details of friends, schools, family and people in your support network.
- Confirm arrangements for your animals.
- Establish or confirm your household’s safe meeting point.
- Locate your emergency kit.
- Ensure your yard is properly graded, so that water can drain away from your home.
- Check whether the storm drains near your home are clear of leaves and debris. Consider contacting a licensed tradesperson to do this safely.
- Safely store fuels, poisons and chemicals above potential flood water levels.
- Secure loose material around your home and yard to prevent it being carried away by flood water.
- Locate and learn how to turn off your home’s main electricity, gas and water supply.
- Check whether your neighbours need assistance.
- Consider how you might prevent water from entering your home using flood barriers or sandbags.
- Seal the points around your home where water can get in, such as doors and windows.
- Securely stack your belongings onto benches and tables above the expected flood water level. Place electrical equipment on top.
- Take photos of your property, both inside and out. They could be helpful if you have to make an insurance claim.
- Consider transporting important documents and irreplaceable items to a safe place ahead of time.
- Pack enough drinking water and non-perishable food for three days.
- Have a first aid kit ready.
- Pack toiletries and towels.
- Pack a torch with spare batteries.
- Pack your devices and chargers.
- Organise hand sanitiser and face masks.
- Prepare important documents and valuables, including cash.
- Don’t forget any medication and scripts.
What’s next?
Staying safe is your priority. You can start the process of making a claim once the water recedes.
For support before and after the flood, visit AAMI’s Flood Hub.
Disclaimer
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