I know there has been a lot of information circulating in the media, with conflicting advice about Tropical Cyclone Alfred—including its direction, landfall location, wind speeds, and expected rainfall. This is to be expected in a constantly evolving weather situation.
As of now, Cyclone Alfred is approximately 300km east of Brisbane, moving west-northwest at 16km/h. Wind gusts have been recorded at speeds of up to 130km/h, and it remains a category 2 system, with the potential to intensify to category 3 before crossing the coastline.
With the situation changing rapidly, it’s essential to stay informed through reliable sources. That’s why I’m reaching out to you tonight.
The Gympie Regional Council is the key source of information for our region. Mayor Glen Hartwig, the Council, and the Disaster Management team have been working hard, alongside our Crisafulli government, to keep our community well-prepared, providing constant updates to help us stay informed and ready for whatever may come.
I strongly encourage you to familiarise yourself tonight with the GRC Disaster Dashboard, which provides real-time updates on:
🔌Power outages ⚡🚫
🌧️Weather alerts ⚠️
🚦Road updates 🛑
🚨Emergency news 📢
You can access the Disaster Dashboard by clicking the button below.
Additionally, please take a moment tonight to download the ‘SES Assistance QLD’ app to help manage any assistance requests. You can also contact the SES team by calling132 500. For all emergencies, please call 000.
With so much information circulating, some may be feeling overwhelmed or anxious about the impending weather event. If you need to talk to someone, please don’t hesitate to contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.
Gympie has faced its fair share of disasters in the past ,and time and time again, our community has shown incredible resilience. Let’s continue to look out for one another – check in with friends, family, and neighbours.
Stay alert, stay prepared and stay safe!