Qld urged to prepare for bushfires

9th October 2009

Suncorp

WITH the climate creating dryer conditions once more in south-east Queensland, the threat of bushfires this season is very real.

Executive General Manager Suncorp Personal Insurance Jason McCracken, said that with the dry climate being experienced by south-east Queensland, the threat of fires is real.

“It is a timely warning to homeowners and our customers to access their level of cover for their home and contents insurance,” he said.

Mr McCracken also urged Queenslanders to consider the following tips when preparing for the bushfire season.

PREPARING YOUR HOME

Regularly clean leaves from gutters and fit quality metal leaf guards.
Screen vents on roof voids with fine metal wire mesh.
Keep woodpiles and other flammable materials well away from the house and covered.
Keep your lawn short and the backyard tidy, free from any build up of flammable material.
Consider purchasing a portable pump to use from your swimming pool or water tank.

IN CASE OF EVACUATION

Turn off gas and power.
Close all doors and windows and block gaps with wet towels or blankets.
Move flammable curtains and furniture away from windows.
Notify a neighbour, friend or the local authorities of your new address.

For more information contact Suncorp on 13 11 55 or www.suncorp.com.au/musthave

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