Isaac Regional Council has opened a coordination hub for disaster management personnel during times of severe weather events.
Mayor, Anne Baker, who is also the Chair of the Isaac Local Disaster Management Group, along with representatives from Queensland Reconstruction Authority and mining company Anglo American, opened the centre in October.
Mayor Baker said the upgrades had transformed the former Moranbah SES training facility into a quality centre for disaster coordination.
“The disaster base will allow our team to better collaborate, secure resources, and communicate vital warnings and information out to our community.
“The facility now includes a dedicated 45KVA generator, video teleconferencing facilities, and operational upgrades to ensure our community can remain connected and supported if disaster strikes.
“With back-up power, and improved technology services, we can streamline information sharing, and remain self-sufficient in any emergency.
“Experience shows that communities who are well prepared and supported before a disaster, are more resilient, and able to recover faster.”
The upgrades were funded by both the Queensland Government’s Queensland Disaster Resilience Fund (QDRF), and Anglo American’s Community Funding Program.
The Mayor said the project was an example of the working partnerships between all levels of government and private enterprise bringing the best to local communities.
Council’s Disaster Dashboard is another tool for the community to use during an emergency or natural disaster.
