THE Hinchinbrook shire in conjunction with the state government are rolling out a new project this season to ensure residents are informed before, during and after a disaster event.
The Hinchinbrook Emergency Communication Information Loop project will include the installation of seven large outdoor LCD screens to be placed around the shire at Trebonne, Lucinda, Halifax, Taylors Beach, Forrest Beach and two in Ingham.
Hinchinbrook shire council mayor Rodger Bow said keeping the community informed during a disaster is a priority for the Local Disaster Management Group.
“This project is a way forward for council in using new technology to reach areas in the shire that become isolated during a disaster event,” he said.
The project was formed after 70 interviews with local first responders, community service agencies, and local area wardens which found that communication needed to be improved to all residents across the shire.
“Often the Hinchinbrook shire is cut off in a number of areas allowing little movement for residents.
“This new project will allow residents to have up to date information source should they not have access to the internet.”
Council will update the information with crucial messages that residents should know pre, during and post disaster events.
This is just one of the communications channels used to relay information. Residents should always tune into radio, check online including the Hinchinbrook Disaster Information page on Facebook and now watch out for the LCD screens throughout shire being placed up before the end of the year.
