Emergency information
This page provides information and services regarding flash flooding experienced in Bayside.
- For life-threatening emergencies call: 000
- For emergency help in floods and storms call SES: 132 500
- The Flood and Storm Information Line can provide updates on 1300 842 737 or visit http://www.ses.vic.gov.au/
- For Council information call Bayside's Municipal Recovery Officer: 9599 4655
- For advice in the case of a heatwave go to website www.health.vic.gov.au/environment/heatwave
- For 24 hour health advice in the case of a heatwave contact Nurse-On-Call on 1300 60 60 24.
Financial and material assistance
Announcement of Damage to House and Contents Gift
The Victorian and Australian governments are offering assistance for people affected by floods.
The Department of Human Services grants
The grants are means tested and they include:
- temporary living expenses
- re-establishing structures
- re-establishing content grants
If you would like to obtain a grant please call 1300 842 737.
The Australian Government disaster recovery payment
This payment is available for persons that have no power for greater than 48 hours, are isolated in their home, stranded or unable to return to their homes, or have suffered significant structural damage.
Additionally, a Disaster Income Recovery Subsidy is available for persons who have suffered a loss of income and earn less than $800 per person per fortnight for couples or $827 per fortnight for singles.
To obtain more information please call the Australian Government Emergency Information hotline on 1802266.
Counselling
Residents that have been affected by the recent floods are encouraged to seek the advice of qualified counsellors.
The following organisations are able to provide counselling services to those affected by an emergency:
Bentleigh Bayside Community Health
Gardeners Road, Bentleigh East
9575 5353
Family Life
197 Bluff Road, Sandringham
8599 5433
Bayside Community Information and Support Service
12 Katoomba Street, Hampton East
9555 9910
Lifeline
13 11 14
Beyond Blue
1300 22 4636
Australian Red Cross
Info: 1800 246 850
Donate: 1800 811 700
Latest weather information
For the latest weather warning information see http://www.bom.gov.au/ or call 1300 659 217
Road closures
For information on road closures call VicRoads 131 170 or see http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/
Storms
- Stay clear of any fallen powerlines and ensure they are reported to Bayside's electricity provider Jemena, immediately on 131 626
- If you notice any other such hazards such a branches lying across power lines, maintain a safe distance and ensure you report the fault.
- Report any storm water hazards to Council on 9599 4444 after hours. For anything non urgent (not threatening life or property or blocking access to roads or your address)you can fill in an online form
- Make sure your children and pets are indoors during storm activity. If any escape contact Council on 9599 4444 after hours
- Park your car under cover and away from trees. Fallen limbs can cause extensive damage to vehicles. Be aware that trees have been very stressed due to the prolonged drought conditions.
- If you are outdoors during storm or wind activity, find a solid structure to shelter under.
- If you experience a power outage use battery operated lanterns instead of candles. If you must use candles, ensure they are in a fire-proof holder and never leave them unattended. For informaton on power outages visit http://www.jemena.com.au/or call 131626
- If you are without power, ensure that all household appliances are switched off before power is returned. Further information is available from the http://www.ses.vic.gov.au/
- For how to be prepared for power outages see http://new.dpi.vic.gov.au/energy/consumer-info/power-outages
Floods
- When it is likely that flooding will occur, take the follow action immediately.
- Tune your radio to 774 ABC local radio for emergency information and advice.
- Check that your neighbours are safe and aware.
- Stack possessions on benches and tables with electrical goods in the highest places.
- Secure objects that are likely to float and cause damage.
- Relocate waste containers, chemicals and poisons well above floor level.
- Locate important papers, valuables and mementoes and put them in your emergency kit.
- Business owners should raise stock, records and equipment on benches and tables.
- Sheds and outbuildings should be checked with contents moved to higher ground.
- If isolation is likely, have enough non-perishable food, essential medications, fuel and other necessities to last at least a week.
- Do not forget pet food.
- View the
Red Cross flood clean up information booklet (PDF, 241KB) for tips on how to clean up your property after flooding.
Municipal Emergency Management Plan
Page last updated: 13 Feb 2012