Tropical Cyclone Alfred Update

Published 03 March 2025

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City of Moreton Bay Mayor Peter Flannery today urged residents to prepare for Tropical Cyclone Alfred.

TC Alfred is predicted to move towards the southern Queensland coast and expected to make landfall later this week with heavy rainfall and gale force winds expected.

“We are monitoring the evolving situation and have been in a heightened planning mode for all available scenarios.

“While it is uncommon for cyclones to head this far south,  we do need to take the very real danger of a significant cyclone event in the area seriously.

“Council staff are undertaking preparations and working with the State Disaster Centre, but right now locals need to use this time to prepare their homes and think about their pets, family and also check on neighbours. We encourage people to consider making plans to stay with family and friends if you live in low lying or exposed areas, prone to flooding.

“I urge all residents to keep Council’s Disaster Dashboard close to hand.  Here you will find up to date details on services, sandbag stations, road closures and other important information. Know your risk and prepare your homes for the impact of severe weather, rain, winds and higher than normal tides.

“I understand many residents might be feeling a bit anxious, but rest assured our team is watching the situation closely and are already operating around the clock with other key agencies to manage this situation if it escalates.

“As soon as new information comes to hand, we will be sharing this.”

Here’s what you need to know:

Understand your Risk - Follow Council’s Disaster Dashboard here: https://disaster.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/

Make a Plan - Check your emergency kit, secure loose items around your home, speak to your family and household about what you’ll do in the event of storms or severe weather.  https://www.getready.qld.gov.au/getting-ready/protect-your-home

Pack a Kit - Check your emergency kit and replace items you may need

Sandbags stations are active.

Green waste stations are free and open for people to prepare their property ahead of severe weather.

Evacuation centres will open as required. Council will inform residents.

Current weather warnings can be found at http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/warnings/

To find out more about how to prepare for a cyclone head to: Cyclone and storm surge | Get Ready Queensland