Emergency weather warnings:
- Place cars in garages or where they will be protected from flying debris.
- Secure items outside your home that could be blown away, such as patio furniture, bins etc.
- Remove items from around your home that may be blown into windows/patio doors.
- Keep pets indoors.
- Shelter outdoor pets, bring under cover.
High winds are occurring now:
- Keep an eye on the warnings and listen in to the local media for any further warnings or emergency information.
- Do not go outside unless it is safe and you need to do so. Watch out for flying debris and wear eye and head protection if possible.
- Do not attempt to make any repairs until the storm is over.
- Do not drive unless you have to. If you have to drive, drive slowly and with great care, use your lights to make you more visible. DO NOT drive high sided vehicles and keep your distance from other vehicles.
- If power cables are brought down by high winds STAY AWAY from them. Do not touch any item that may be touching power lines. HIGH VOLTAGES KILL. Report downed or damaged power lines to your electricity provider.
- Do not attempt to remove any downed trees.