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Preparing for cyclones

When your home or community is threatened by a cyclone it can be terrifying.

People who haven’t experienced it before can underestimate how stressful it can be. Most people are not able to think as clearly as usual when they are under severe stress, and this can affect their decisions and reactions.

This information sheet outlines four steps to help you become psychologically prepared for a cyclone.

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Preparing children for cyclones

This information sheet provides ways of assisting parents and carers to help children manage their fears and to have a greater sense of being in control in threatening cyclone situations.

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