Queenslanders are being told to prepare now for the upcoming summer wet season, with the third La Niña in a row declared for Australia’s east coast.

The devastation of the February flood disaster is still fresh in the minds of many residents, now facing another spring and summer of above-average rainfall and potential flooding.

Here’s how to ensure you’re best prepared for the wet weather ahead.

Check your insurance cover

Experts say reviewing your current level of insurance cover should be a priority – check your home insurance covers flood damage, and pay attention to the terminology. Don’t forget about your car! Read More

Other tips for your insurance

• Prepare a room-by-room inventory of the contents of your home
• Avoid underinsurance by checking the insurance sum matches the rebuild value of your home and replacement/repair of contents
• Consider structural changes to lower the risk of a property being affected by flood
• Keep important papers in a safe place away from potential flood waters

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Prepare your home

Homeowners should prepare now by cutting down overhanging branches, clearing leaves and dirt from your gutters and cleaning areas around their properties.

Other things to prepare include:

• Fix broken roof tiles and anything else with minor damage around your home
• Have an evacuation plan in the event of major damage or flooding
• Move valued possessions to higher places in your home
• Pack an emergency bag – items to include are outlined on the Get Ready Queensland website

Prepare now for the upcoming summer wet season, with the third La Niña in a row declared for Australia’s east coast.

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Kate Doyle
ABC News