The City of Gold Coast is on high alert and monitoring weather conditions closely.
Heavy rainfall is expected in coming hours and the weekend with the potential for flash flooding.
There is also the potential for hazardous surf conditions.
The City's disaster preparation is well underway and we are mobilising staff and heavy machinery
SANDBAGGING STATIONS
The City's three sandbagging stations will open at midday today at our three locations in Pimpama, Bilinga and Burleigh Heads
They are located at:
- 232 Old Pacific Highway, Pimpama (next to City of Gold Coast Coomera Depot)
- 42-44 Boyd Street, Bilinga (use the service road, next to the City of Gold Coast Tugun Depot)
- 61 Hutchinson Street, Burleigh Heads, (Reedy Creek Waste and Recycling Centre)
- Signage will be in place on site to direct motorists to the sandbagging stations. PLEASE drive carefully and to the conditions. If it's unsafe to be on the roads, please stay home
PREPARE NOW
Now is the time to review your disaster plan and your emergency kit and discuss with your family.
Never drive through flood waters, regardless of the size of your vehicle – if it's flooded forget it.
Visit the City's Disaster Dashboard and sign up for GC Alerts which will allow the city to text and email you directly with information relevant to you.
