Emergency Management
Planning to cope with potential emergencies is a vital part of our work.
We have a Municipal Emergency Management Plan which is updated regularly. The Plan has actions that help us plan for, prevent, respond to and recover from emergencies. This Plan is the result of co-operative efforts between Council, local emergency services and the Victorian State Emergency Service (SES) region.
As part of the overall plan, a number of other plans have been developed including:
- Municipal Fire Prevention Plan - identifies areas, buildings and land use which are at particular risk in the event of fire; how each identified risk is to be treated and who is responsible for treating those risks.
- Municipal Recovery Plan - guides us in recovery efforts in the case of emergency. Activates up to 13 sub committees (dependant on the type of emergency and degree of recovery measures required.)
For more information on emergency planning, please contact the Emergency Management Coordinator on 1300 BCOAST (226 278).
Details of the many agencies involved in emergency recovery services including counselling and financial assistance.
This page will be updated regularly during periods of emergency
Contact details for agencies and utilities that can assist during a period of emergency.
Council plays an important coordinating role in an emergency.
Council's Municipal Emergency Management Plan guides us in how to prevent, respond to and recover from emergencies within the Shire.
Every household should set up a kit that they can take with them in case you need to evacuate or if you lose power for a long period of time.
Between 23 January and 1 May 2012 there are restrictions on what you can do - including burning off and using some power tools
Fire Prevention Plans have been prepared for the Shire as well as identified coastal and bushland reserves.
Individuals and several authorities have a role to play in Fire Prevention
If your area is subject to flooding please make sure you and your family read the following advice, it could help save your property or life
It is important to understand the impact of heat related illnesses. Babies, young children, frail older adults and people with disability or chronic medical conditions are particularly vulnerable in hot weather
Being on the coast we often experience spectacular lightning. Follow these hints to minimise of damage to your home and family.
How to prepare yourself for the fire season
A Neighbourhood Safer Place is also known as a Place of Last Resort. It is a building or space within a community that may provide some protection from radiant heat, the biggest killer during bushfire.
Important information on State Emergency Service responsibilities and their contact details
As a coastal community, severe storms in our local area are not uncommon and can often have a devastating impact. Follow these steps to reduce damage to your house and vehicles.
Bass Coast is in the Central Fire District for Total Fire Bans. Find out if today is a day of Total Fire Ban
Looking for a rewarding experience? Become a volunteer.
Important links for updated information on local weather conditions