Emergency Planning 2026

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Local emergency management agency representatives came to Council chambers for an emergency response planning session in October.

the experts shared scenarios of four different types of emergencies and provided advice on creating personal emergency response plans.

It was a great opportunity to connect with the emergency response experts and help ensure you and your loved ones are ready.

Watch the recordings

Introduction

This introduction provides an overview of the Surf Coast Municipal Emergency Management Planning Committee (MEMPC)and outlines the purpose of the community emergency preparedness program.

It also previews the topics and presenters for the evening, including local risks and different types of emergencies that may affect the Surf Coast, with contributions from agencies such as SES, CFA, Ambulance Victoria, Barwon Health and the Australian Red Cross.

Extreme temperature

Dr Mohammad Akhtar Hussain, Barwon Health

Landslides and sinkholes / Flash floods and storm surge

Steve Cunneen, State Emergency Services (SES)

Structural / residential fire

Wayne Aylmer, Country Fire Authority (CFA)

Personal emergency planning

Pam Aylward, Australian Red Cross

Visit Council's emergencies and safety pages for more information on these types of emergencies and ways to get prepared.

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