Disasters and emergencies

Brisbane City Council plays a major role in managing the impacts of disasters within its boundaries. Find information about emergency management, the State Emergency Service, FloodWise Property Reports and severe weather alerts.

Find what you need

Get free early warning alerts about severe weather in your neighbourhood. Severe weather alerts are sent by email, SMS or phone message to registered Brisbane residents. Find out how to subscribe, change your details, unsubscribe or read the terms and conditions.

Council has tools available to help you reduce the impact of a disaster on you and your property.

Get information on preparing an emergency kit.

Get information on flooding, king tides, bushfires, heat waves and other types of disasters.

This plan outlines prevention, preparation, response and disaster recovery arrangements for Brisbane. Also find animal planning guidelines.

Phone 132 500 for the State Emergency Service (SES) during storm and flood emergencies.

Tips to help you prepare your household for an emergency.

Find out what you can do to help your businesses be prepared for any emergency.

This checklist helps you determine the things you need to know before and during a disaster.

During an emergency, registering with Register. Find. Reunite. can help you reconnect with family and friends.

Seqwater has launched a new service allowing all residents across South East Queensland to access notifications on flood water releases from local dams.

Last updated: 15 May 2019

Brisbane City Council acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and their unique relationship with their ancestral country. We pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders of Brisbane, and recognise their strength and wisdom.