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EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE (Who and when
to call)
Here is a contact list of services to call
for assistance after a severe storm. Copy these phone numbers down and
keep them in a safe place near the phone. Enter phone numbers now, don't
wait until a storm strikes. Look in your local directory on the page for
'all other emergencies' (referred to on inside cover), or in the state
government, or general pages. Note 24hr emergency numbers if listed. Avoid
using the phone during storms (lightning danger)
STATE/TERRITORY EMERGENCY SERVICE
Call your nearest unit for emergency assistance
with house damage, and/or advice about temporaryaccommodation, food and
clothing. Ipswich District - State Emergency Service 07 3202 1711 other
areas look in your local white pages
ELECTRICITY
AUTHORITY
Call Energex power failure, fallen power lines, or other electrical
problems. Ipswich District - Energex 13 62 62 other areas look in your
local white pages
WATER BOARD/AUTHORITY
Call your nearest depot if your household water supply is damaged or interrupted.
Ipswich District Ð Ipswich City Council 3810 6666 other areas look in
your local white pages
GAS COMPANY/AUTHORITY
Call your local office for gas emergencies.
Ipswich District Ð Gas 13 25 95 other areas look in your local white page
INSURANCE COMPANY
If you have sustained damage to property call your insurance company immediately
to request information on what to do next and to arrange approved tradespeople
to repair your home. THIS IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
POLICE, FIRE, AMBULANCE
Dial 000
If unable to contact emergency services by
phone:
- Listen to the radio for official warnings
or advice.
- Form a self-help group with family and
neighbours.
- Watch for emergency services crews who
will be checking your area as soon as possible.
Brought to you by Ipswich City Council Emergency
Management Service.
Developed, sponsored and published by Emergency Management
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