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Quick household tips


This guide lists simple things you can do to prepare for a flood and protect property.

Preparing your utilities...

Electricity
If flooding is expected soon remove all fuses including the one at the main switch and at the range switch located within the meter board fuse box and put them in a place above the anticipated flood level. This will minimise the danger of shortcuts when the power authority returns services to your home after the flood.

If you have a circuit breaker switch each circuit breaker to the OFF position.

Gas
  • Close the main gas valve,the valve is generally located on the gas piping just prior to its entry into the gas meter
  • Gas cylinders or bottles should be tied down or disconnected, and moved above anticipated flood height

Water
  • Close the main water valve which is usually found on the main water line where the water supply enters your property at the water meter

Toilets and Showers
  • Place sand bags in the toilet bowl and over all laundry and bathroom drain holes to prevent sewerage backflow

Fuel Tanks
  • Tie down fuel tanks to prevent them from overturning or floating
  • Close fuel tank valves to prevent leaks, spills and flood water infiltration
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