Council closes facilities and alters services during current lockdown

Macedon Ranges Shire Council’s public facilities will be closed from 11:59pm Thursday 15 July until 11:59pm on Tuesday 27 July following the announcement by the State Government of a lockdown. Events, non-essential bookings and in-person community consultations will be also be cancelled during this time.

Storm Recovery

The Macedon Ranges Recovery Operations Centre (ROC) can be contacted Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm, by calling 5422 0237 or emailing recovery@mrsc.vic.gov.au

View the latest updates as at 21 July

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Floods and storms

Storms and floods are a serious threat to property and life and can occur at any time of the year.

You can help to stay safe by following these tips:

Download the Vic Emergency App
Tune in to ABC radio (ABC 774) for updates and weather warnings
Regularly check the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM)
Make sure your emergency kit is ready and easily accessible
Secure all loose outdoor furniture and objects
Make sure your pets and animals are safely sheltered
Disconnect electrical appliances that are not in use
Clear all guttering and downpipes
Never enter canals, streams or rivers when in flood
Never enter flood waters. This includes waterways and roads.

For assistance during a flood or storm, call the State Emergency Service (SES) on 13 25 00.

For more tips on how to prepare for a floods and storms, visit the SES website

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