Livingstone Shire Council is undertaking a Flood Study for the local catchments of Figtree Creek, Ross Creek, and Yeppoon Creek, which are located in the central Yeppoon area.

What is this study?

This study will measure the nature and extent of the existing local flooding conditions, using updated data (such as development changes) and industry practices that have been developed since the previous studies in the area. This will allow council to understand the change in risk of flooding in the catchments, how it interacts with storm surges and use this information to inform future decision making. To assist Council in completing these studies, we want to hear from the community about their own personal experiences with flooding.

What do we need from you?

Your first-hand experience with flooding events, along with any information you can provide to assist the team in corroborating the flooding model and technical investigations. This includes:

• Any flooding experiences at your property
• Any flooding experience or impacts in your community/area
• Information such as the height, extent, and rate of rise of the flood water
• Information you may have on the characteristics of flood water
• Photos that show the flooding either at your property or within one of the three catchments
• Any additional flooding information relevant to the three catchment areas.