Cyclone & emergency information
Publications
Cyclone guide for people with complex communication needs (1.5 MB)
Cyclone guide and information for people who have difficulties reading, or who use symbols and simple language as their preferred method of communicating.
Cyclone Tracking Map (775.2 KB)
To plot the cyclone’s route, use the latitude and longitude readings and mark them on the map.
Emergency Checklist (174.9 KB)
A checklist of items you should have at home in case of an emergency
Household Emergency Plan (44.5 KB)
Household Emergency Plan template
Local Disaster Management Plan (1.3 MB)
Council has a disaster management plan which embraces mitigation, prevention, preparedness, response and recovery strategies.
Low Vision Cyclone Guide (2.5 MB)
A cyclone guide for people with low vision.
Preparing for Cyclones (4.0 MB)
Plan, pack and listen. Information for residents and visitors including emergency contacts, emergency check list, evacuation advice and planning for cyclones.
SES Contact List (83.2 KB)
SES contact details throughout the region.
Storm Tide Evacuation Guide (4.0 MB)
Evacuation Zones are designed to provide an easy to understand method for the public to identify coastal areas that may be affected by storm tides caused by tropical cyclones or severe coastal storms.
Tsunami Evacuation Guide (1.8 MB)
Information and maps for the Cairns area on what to do if a tsunami alert is issued.
Disaster Coordination Centre (when the Centre is activated)
Telephone (07) 4044 3377
Disaster Management Unit
PO Box 359
Cairns QLD 4870 Australia
Ph (07) 4044 3044
Fx (07) 4044 3830
Tell us what you think of the information on this site, is it helpful? Is there other information you would like to see on the site?
Email: council@cairns.qld.gov.au
Contact Cards
Collect one of our contact cards from any Cairns Regional Council customer service centre and join our online community so you are ready to receive real time, live updates in the event of a cyclone, severe weather or natural disaster.
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2. Download and install a free QR code reader application
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