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Every year in the Territory our communities, towns and cities are affected by severe storms and the possibility of flooding and cyclones. Luckily most will pass by causing little or no damage, but we can never be complacent. Every year in the Territory our communities, towns and cities are affected by severe storms and the possibility of flooding and cyclones. Luckily most will pass by causing little or no damage, but we can never be complacent. MTSAT-1R: Satellite image originally processed by the Bureau of Meteorology from the geostationary satellite MTSAT-1R operated by the Japan Meteorological Agency.
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Water and sewerage problems

Water supply


Some of the problems that may be experienced during and/or immediately after a storm or cyclone include;

  • Interruption to water supply as a result of water mains being uprooted and damaged by fallen trees
  • Loss of water pressure in the system as a result of damage to water mains, fire hydrants etc
  • Possible contamination of water supply due to backflow or infiltration to the system via broken pipes
  • Significant loss of stored water (and hence reduced pressure etc) due to broken mains and excessive consumption following the storm or cyclonic event
  • Water restrictions in the event of major damage to power supply and/or water supply infrastructure.

Sewer system


Some of the problems that may be experienced during or immediately following a cyclone or storm include;

  • Sewer surcharges (overflows)
  • Dislodged access chambers
  • Overflows from property overflow relief gullies (ORG)
  • Internal flooding by sewerage if the ORG is obstructed by objects such pot plants etc.

 

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