Stay informed
If you live in any at-risk area, join your local group or stay updated on local community meetings.
Stay informed download the VicEmergency app on your mobile devices and tailor watch zones for your area:
Staying alert
In the event of a natural disaster that's likely to affect your business, these steps will help keep you, your staff and clients safe, while giving your business the best chance of recovery:
- Activate your emergency plan early – and stick to it.
- Follow the advice of emergency services.
- Stay informed and keep your clients and staff informed:
Listen to ABC Local Radio, or your local radio broadcaster
Visit the VicEmergency website for up-to-date information on emergency response programs.
Don't rely on receiving a message
- You must still prepare and have an action plan ready even if you haven't received an official message.
- If you live in an area that has a mobile 'black spot' it's important to have a landline phone – the landline phone should not be cordless because it won't work if you lose your electricity supply.
- If you receive a warning, act on its advice.
- If you don't understand the message, ask family, friends or neighbours for help.
- For help with English, call the Translating and Interpreting Service on free call number 131 450 – ask them to telephone the VicEmergency Hotline.
- Unless you urgently need emergency services (police, fire or ambulance) don't dial 000 for information.
Read a full list of official emergency contacts.