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Before emergencies

If an emergency happens, you need to be prepared. Good preparation gives you, your family and your property the best chance of survival.

Emergency services cannot guarantee they will be able to help everyone, so planning ahead is crucial.

Are you prepared?

Make sure you have a plan before an emergency happens. Find out more about how to prepare and key questions you may need to consider.

Preparing for emergencies through connection and partnership. The Communities First team supports the Nillumbik community to lead projects and activities that build connection and help people to prepare for emergencies.

Stay informed

Make sure you are well prepared for an emergency by accessing reliable information from a range of sources.

What Council does before emergencies

Find out about how Council prepares for emergencies and hazardous situations.