Sandbags – how to use them for the best results

Sandbags can reduce the impact of flooding if they’re placed in appropriate locations around your home or business.

Redland City Council also reminds residents that sandbags should be placed correctly with a waterproof membrane like plastic sheeting or a tarp.

As we prepare for Tropical Cyclone Alfred’s approach, here are some sandbag tips:

Sandbags aren’t waterproof – you need to secure a plastic sheet on the outside of your entryways and low-lying windows
Place sandbags on top of the plastic sheet in a brickwork pattern to weigh it down
Make sure you are still able to exit your home quickly should you need to
You can also place sandbags on your internal plumbing fixtures (such as your shower and sink drains, or closed lid of your toilet seat) to prevent wastewater backflow.

Here’s a helpful short video:

SES can assist vulnerable people with delivering sandbags. Please call 132500 for assistance.

For more information about sandbags, including storage, disposal and how to use, visit Council’s disaster plan website: Sandbags and sandbag stations | Redlands Disaster Plan.