09/19/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/19/2024 19:32
News release | 19-Sep-2024
Queensland primary producers are being urged to prepare now ahead of the natural disaster season to help ensure the safety of their farms and reduce damage to crops and livestock.
Queenslanders need to be prepared heading into summer rainfall, bushfire and cyclone season.
There is an expected increased risk of fire for large areas of Queensland, including southern and central Queensland, following last summer's rain, great pasture growth and a drier winter.
Northern Queensland has also experienced unseasonal rainfall leading to increased fuel loads.
Fire authorities have warned of increased fire danger as temperatures increase during spring.
The Queensland Government has information and resources available to help producers 'get ready'.
Some tips include:
For more information on flood and cyclone preparations, such as local evacuation routes and public shelter arrangements, please phone your local council.
Information on disasters for small business, including primary producers, is available at business.qld.gov.au/disaster-hub
For more information on bushfire risk, refer to the National Council for Fire and Emergency Services: https://www.afac.com.au/auxiliary/publications/seasonal-outlook-article/seasonal-bushfire-outlook-spring-2024
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