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A resource provides information on measures that can improve the resilience of households during a disaster or adverse weather event.
How to plan and prepare for a flood
This article encourages homeowners to prepare for a flood.
The Victorian State Emergency Service lists riverine flooding, flash flooding, dam failure, storm surge and plumbing emergencies as all possible causes of flooding that could threaten your home.
The following topics are addressed in the article.
- preparing and planning for flood season
- making an emergency plan
- monitoring emergency warnings
- securing your home against floods
- reviewing your home and contents insurance.
The article covers only things that can be done immediately before a flood to protect life and valuables. It doesn't give advice on making your home or property more resilient.
Resources
Description
Owner
RACV
Audience
Homeowner
Insurance Mentioned
Could my insurer consider this action beneficial?
Yes
Potential Savings in Risk Premium
Could this action have a tangible impact on my risk premium?
NA
Evidence of Effectiveness
No evidence provided that it should reduce damage
Suitablity for Other Hazards
Storm
Complexity
Brief, and easy to understand
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