Severe weather expected this weekend

Sunshine Coast Local Disaster Management Group have been activated, and all preparations and proactive measures are in place with council and emergency agencies.

Council will continue to keep our community informed with up-to-date messaging.

DIY sandbags are available from 2pm today (Thursday) from Nambour Showgrounds via main entrance off Coronation Ave.

DIY sandbagging info: https://buff.ly/2QgwPMf.

If you're unable to DIY, please contact SES for help with sandbagging on 132 500.

Council's coastal and road crews are out and about monitoring the conditions of our beaches for any erosion, minor flooding in low-lying areas and checking for any potential damage.

Visit council's Disaster Hub website for weather related warnings and advice including road closures.

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