BE AWARE
Keep up to date with the progress of a cyclone through information provided
by the Bureau of Meteorology at www.bom.wa.gov.au.
During a cyclonic event it may be necessary to evacuate some low lying
areas before the cyclone arrives.
If advised to evacuate:
Follow the directions from emergency services; lock your house;
switch off electricity, gas and water; take a torch, sleeping bag,
important documents and any necessary medications with you.
If staying in your home:
Move to the strongest part of the house. If your house starts to
break up, protect yourself with mattresses or get under a strong
table or bed. Do not open or stand near windows or doors during
a cyclone .
Both big and small trees were broken or uprooted during Tropical Cyclone Heidi
January 2012. Location: Civic and Administration Centre, Port Hedland.
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