Preparedness activities and resources to help build family preparedness in our communities.

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Overview

Planning ahead helps families make quick, informed decisions. It ensures you know where to go and have essential supplies ready when time matters most. Preparing together also helps children feel more secure and confident, as they understand what to do in an emergency.

The activities and resources below help families build preparedness and support safety during and after an emergency.

Emergency Ready   

Being emergency ready helps families stay safe, calm and connected during unexpected events such as storms, floods or other natural disasters.

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Floods can happen quickly and with little warning, putting families, homes and communities at risk.

By preparing in advance, families can act early to stay safe, protect their belongings, and avoid dangerous situations like driving through floodwater. Knowing what to do, where to go, and having an emergency kit ready can reduce stress and help everyone respond calmly. 

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Learn what to do in a flood - for families (video) →
 

Storms can arrive quickly and bring strong winds, heavy rain, lightning and power outages that may put families at risk. Preparing ahead of time helps families stay safe, protect their homes and belongings, and respond calmly during a storm.

By making a plan, securing outdoor items, and having an emergency kit ready, families can reduce potential damage and avoid last-minute stress. Knowing what to do and staying informed allows everyone to act quickly and confidently, helping keep your family safe during and after a storm.

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Prepare for a storm (webpage) →
 

Download the activities sheets and resources below: 
Earthquake Ready
Landslide Ready
Birdie and Mr Frog

Children’s Health Queensland Hospital and Health Service with Queensland Centre for Perinatal and Infant Mental Health have put together a series of children’s books for natural disasters called Birdie and Mr Frog.

Two of these books focus on flood and earthquakes. These natural disasters can be very frightening and upsetting for babies and young children. Reading a story with a caring adult can help a young child work through the scary experiences and ‘big feelings’.

There’s information for parents and carers too. The authors encourage children to come and meet Birdie and Mr Frog! 

Read Birdie's tree storybooks →

Li'L Larikkins program
Li'L Larikkins are a group of friends having big adventures and learning about natural hazards in a small outback town. In these videos you will get to meet Amy, Trev and Jimmy as well as Tucka a crazy Irish rabbit, Maddy the Koala and Bob the dog who thinks he's a superhero.
 

Get involved: Junior volunteers at VICSES

If you are a young person interested in getting involved, please head to our junior membership page in the join us section. 

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