Plan your evacuation route to high ground. Gather personal documents, mementos and valuables and place in a waterproof bag, such as a garbage bag, and secure in a suitcase to avoid damage. Make sure you have all relevant supplies of prescribed medicine. Check house, garden and emergency kit. Listen to 102.3 4TOFM on your radio for further information and advice.
Ensure children are home and that they stay indoors.
Board windows where practical. Gather tools that may be needed in emergency repairs, including hammer, nails, rope, saw and any tarpaulins. Place clothing in waterproof bags. If staying in a caravan, be prepared to move to a more solid structure. Listen to 102.3 4TOFM for further information and advice.