How to pack an emergency kit for a cyclone

In the event that Cyclone Oma does cross the coast in southeast Queensland, residents are advised to have an emergency kit on hand. Here’s what you’ll need.

A CYCLONE watch has been issued from Bundaberg to Ballina as Cyclone Oma continues its ominous approach to the southeast Queensland.

While there is only a 20 per cent chance of the cyclone crossing the coast, residents in the areas under the watch are still advised to pack an emergency kit in the event it does.

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An emergency kit contains a collection of essential items that you will need in a cyclone and should be kept in a sturdy, easy-to-carry bag or waterproof storage box.

Your kit should contain:

■ A torch

■ A portable radio

■ Sturdy gloves

■ Fresh water for three days

■ Toiletries

■ Waterproof bags

■ Three days worth of non-perishable food and can opener

■ Essential medication

■ First aid kit

■ Spare batteries for radio, torch and mobile phone

■ Baby formula and nappies

■ Important documents in sealed bags or scanned to a USB

For further information on what you should do in the event of an emergency, visit getready.qld.gov.au