Flood Recovery Update - 2/3/22

The clean-up in the Maryborough CBD is well underway today with the levee now removed, Ergon progressively switching power back on, and many parts of the CBD opening back up to vehicles and pedestrians.

Some Maryborough CBD streets will need to stay closed for a while longer and pumps are being kept in the area as a precautionary measure, although the forecast showers and storms for our region are not expected to impact on the flood levels.

Stay tuned for BOM updates and keep an eye on the radar as localised flash flooding is a possibility if there are heavy falls over a short period of time.

• The Maryborough to Hervey Bay Road, Alice Street, Little Tinana Creek and Schultz’s Bridge have all reopened today.
• The Granville and Lamington Bridges are likely to both reopen at some stage tomorrow following safety inspections and damage assessments.
• The Tiaro Library is reopening tomorrow and the Maryborough Library will reopen on Friday.
• The Maryborough Landfill is expected to reopen on Monday.
• The Maryborough Aquatic Centre is expected to remain closed until about May or June, pending damage assessments.

The current flood event has flushed more debris out of the Mary River, which will make its way on to Fraser Coast beaches for several weeks.

Council urges people to avoid beaches affected by flood debris due to potential hazards and pollutants. Residents can report flood debris to Council through call centres on 1300 79 49 29.

Helping those in need

People wanting to help with the flood recovery were encouraged to reach out directly to affected friends, families or businesses.

If you do help with the clean-up, please remember to stay safe and wear appropriate clothing and Personal Protective Equipment as there are many soil and water-borne bugs stirred up in floods that can infect people as they clean up.

Donations of quality goods for families in need are always well received at your local community run Op Shop while people wishing to donate funds or goods are encouraged to go to https://www.givit.org.au/storms-and-flooding