Disaster and emergencies
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‘Amazing’ race against time to save little miracles
With the ex-Tropical Cyclone sitting off the Sunshine Coast, dedicated TurtleCare volunteers worked quickly to assess the vulnerability of the 50 nests yet to emerge from the 124 clutches laid this season.
Mooloolaba Beach nourishment to restore cyclone-affected areas
Marine Safety Queensland is starting works to remove sand from the Mooloolah River mouth and deposit it on Mooloolaba Beach to replenish erosion affected areas following Topical Cyclone Alfred.
Council cleaning up our rivers and creeks
The recent downpours and flooding in the Petrie Creek and Mooloolah River catchments have swept a significant amount of debris into our river systems.
How you can help the Coast shine again
If you’d like to help clean up our coastline, you are invited to join an organised beach clean up operation with a local community group.
Recovery efforts from Ex-TC Alfred in full swing
Recovery efforts begin after Ex Tropical Cyclone Alfred
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What to do after a disaster or emergency
Knowing what to do after a disaster is an important part of the recovery process. You may also want to help others by volunteering or making donations.
Current disaster recovery activities
Find out about current recovery activities being conducted by council.
Sandbag disposal
In preparation for Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, the Sunshine Coast community has made use of close to 200,000 SES supplied sandbags.
Emergency contacts
Below is additional information on emergency contacts.
Council's roles and plans
View local disaster management plans and procedures, and find details about council's roles and responsibilities in relation to disaster management.
Disaster risks: Sunshine Coast
Find information on the disaster risks across the region: Severe weather and related flooding, bushfires, hazardous material accidents, pandemics and other risks.
Flood mapping
See if your suburb is affected. Download our flood inundation maps
What to do during a disaster or emergency
When disaster strikes you need to follow the advice of authorities on staying put or evacuating and follow your emergency plan.
Be prepared
Find the resources you need to become disaster resilient.