Severe storms, flooding, cyclones, bushfires and other natural disasters can cause major damage to a rental property.
To find out what to do if your property has been impacted by a natural disaster and work out next steps, read our:
RTA services impacted by natural disasters
During a natural disaster, there may be postal service disruptions across Queensland. These disruptions can cause delays in processing Notices of claim and Notices of unresolved dispute, as well as bond refunds and lodgements. If an extension applies, we will contact you directly.
There are also other useful contacts who may be able to assist you during or after a natural disaster.
Get support
In an emergency
In the event of a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).
Disaster management
During a disaster, follow active public safety directives and check the latest information available from:
- Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES), including SES
- Queensland Police Service
- QLD Traffic
- Get Ready Queensland
- Disaster Management, Queensland Government
- Bureau of Meteorology
- Queensland Ambulance Service
- Self Recovery App.
Your local council will also provide up to date information relating to adverse weather and natural disasters in your area. Visit their website to access their disaster management page and to sign up for automated alerts.