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Storm safety checklist

Before storm season

  • Torch, matches, candles, mobile, phone abd first aid kitTidy up loose items and trim overhanging tree branches. Do not attempt to trim trees near powerlines.
  • Keep a battery-operated radio handy to listen for power restoration updates.
  • Keep a torch handy in case power supply is interrupted.
  • Keep spare batteries for torches and radio.
  • Charge your laptop computer so you can check power outage information on our website.
  • Charge your mobile phone or have access to a phone that doesn't require mains power to operate.
  • Register for early severe weather warning alerts at Australian Early Warning Network, or for Brisbane residents, Brisbane City Council's Early Warning Alert Service.

During a storm

  • Wet electricity plugIf power is lost, turn off and unplug electrical items.
  • Listen to your local radio station or check our mobile website www.energex.com.au/mobile from your smart phone for power restoration updates.
  • For your safety, always use a torch for light if you have lost power and avoid using candles and flames.
  • Do not use wet or damp electrical items.

After a storm

  • Stay away from fallen powerlines.
  • Alert people of any danger.
  • Call our emergency line on 13 19 62 to report fallen powerlines.
  • Call our loss of supply line on 13 62 62 to report a power outage or to get the latest power restoration updates.

 

Disclaimer

This is not an exhaustive list of all safety matters that need to be considered. Whilst care is taken in the preparation of this material, ENERGEX does not guarantee, to the extend permitted by law, the accuracy and completeness of information.

To the extend permitted by law, ENERGEX will not be responsible for any loss, damage or costs incurred as a result of any errors omissions or misrepresentations in relation to the material in this document or for any possible actions ensuing from information contained above.

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