Clean-up efforts are progressing across the Bundaberg Region today following an overnight storm that brought strong winds, rain and lightning to parts of the community.
Bundaberg Regional Council is currently responding to more than 50 reports of fallen trees throughout the region.
Residents who see a fallen tree that poses a danger are asked to report it via the Snap Send Solve app, phone or email so urgent hazards can be prioritised.
Damage that is not posing a risk does not need to be reported, as crews are already working through identified jobs.
Council is also working to unblock a number of drainage inlets impacted by debris which is reducing the ability of some local drains to flow.
Teams are systematically sweeping the area to clear these, however, residents are encouraged to alert Council of any urgent issues or hazards.
More than 240 homes are currently without power and restoration efforts are ongoing.
The State Emergency Service (SES) is also attending several incidents, including minor roof damage and trees down in Elliott Heads, Bargara and Bundaberg.
Council is reminding the community of the value of staying informed during and after weather events.
The Bundaberg Regional Council Disaster Dashboard provides real-time updates on road conditions, power outages, emergency information and other useful resources.
Residents are encouraged to make use of the Disaster Dashboard and ensure they have basic preparations in place as crews continue their work across the region.
Report it:
- Snap Send Solve – www.snapsendsolve.com
- Phone – 1300 883 699
- Email- ceo@bundaberg.qld.gov.au
