Disaster Management
Learn more about our disaster management planning
Service Overview
The Torres Strait Local Disaster Management Group works to reduce the negative impact disasters can have on communities and responds to disasters when they happen.
- Islands, each with a local disaster management group
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- Places of refuge for constituents in our service area
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- Dedicated disaster management coordinators across the region
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Local Disaster Management Plan
We are committed to transparency and timely information sharing to ensure we keep our communities informed in times of disaster and emergency preparedness.
We collaborate with key external organisations, agencies and working groups in managing emergencies and disasters.
The Local Disaster Management Plan sets out the legislated arrangements required under the Queensland Disaster Management Act 2003.
The plan outlines the disaster management system and clearly states agreed roles and responsibilities. It also describes how the disaster management system works during an event.
Weather and Tides
For those planning activities in the Torres Strait, staying informed about weather and tide conditions is important.
The Bureau of Meteorology has a Torres Strait weather and tides page on its website. Here you can find up-to-date forecasts and detailed tide information.
The Torres Strait Regional Authority (TSRA) has also developed a Dashboard, which provides real-time weather updates, warnings, and other essential information specific to the Torres Strait region.
Key Initiatives
Compliance
We ensure we are compliant with disaster management obligations under the Disaster Management Act 2003. The local management disaster plan sets out the legislated arrangements required.
Communication
We are committed to working closely with external media outlets, delivering timely communication on the latest information, alerts, and actions for community members during disaster events.
Collaboration
We are an active member of local community disaster management groups.
Risk management
We are dedicated to identifying and managing community risks related to disaster events while ensuring risks requiring district and state-level support are communicated.
Planning
The Council is committed to effective disaster management through effective planning, preparation response, and recovery. This includes developing locally led solutions to local issues by improving and adapting to changes such as community expectations and climate change.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get Ready Queensland is a great online resource with information on alerts, how to prepare and what to do during and after an emergency.
Local media outlets and the Bureau of Meteorology Australia’s official weather forecasts & weather radar are also handy outlets to monitor prior to and during emergencies. Bureau of Meteorology Australia’s official weather
There may be times when the Council will action communication regarding disasters or emergencies if appropriate and suitable to do so. This includes our social media channels and website. We also work alongside key agencies to determine key messages and timing.
Contact your local division Council office and ask for the contact details of your community’s disaster management coordinator.
Contact Us
Each Division has its own community-based disaster management group, to deliver local lead response to local disasters, further information can be obtained by contacting your local Council office.