Sunshine Coast storm preparation: A Practical Checklist for Homes and Holiday Stays
As at 6 October 2026. Weather information based on the latest BoM forecast.
The Bureau of Meteorology forecasts a likely thunderstorm on the Sunshine Coast on Tuesday 6 October, mainly afternoon and evening, possibly severe with damaging winds and large hail. [1]
That is a reason to prepare calmly. It does not mean every suburb will be affected, and a forecast is different from an active warning. Check the latest official information as conditions change.
Whether you live locally, own a rental or welcome holiday guests, a useful question is: who is taking care of the property, and do they have what they need?
Start with a safe property check
Before conditions deteriorate, look for loose outdoor items, unsecured umbrellas and furniture that could move in strong winds. Put vehicles under suitable cover where possible, away from trees. Close windows and doors before the weather arrives. [2]
Get Ready Queensland also recommends maintaining roofs, gutters, downpipes and window seals. [3] If you know about a leak or damaged fitting, arrange appropriate help. Avoid turning a last-minute checklist into risky roof or ladder work; use qualified help for work you cannot do safely.
Preparation is easier when tasks are specific. Rather than assuming someone else has checked the yard, agree who will secure it and when.
Make your household plan usable
Sunshine Coast Council recommends preparing emergency supplies and a household plan that covers communication, evacuation and people who may need additional support. Include pets. Keep essentials such as drinking water, medications, a torch and charged power banks accessible. [4]
Make sure everyone can find the plan. A contact number saved only on one person's phone is less useful if that person is away. Bookmark the Sunshine Coast Disaster Hub: Disaster Hub - Sunshine Coast
Renting? Check your repair contact now
For Queensland general residential tenancies, the RTA lists serious storm damage and serious roof leaks among emergency repairs. Your tenancy agreement identifies the nominated repairer and first point of contact. If an emergency repair is needed, make every effort to contact that person promptly; follow up in writing where possible. [5]
Report what you can safely observe, including the location and nature of the problem. Do not put yourself at risk to take photographs.
After disaster damage, the RTA recommends that owners, managers and tenants discuss the property's condition as soon as possible. A tenancy does not automatically end because a property becomes unliveable. Seek advice on the circumstances before making decisions about rent or ending an agreement. [6]
Holiday Owners: Think from your guest's perspective
Our practical suggestion is to send a short, property-specific message before guests need it. Include the property's full address, your contact details, where to find a torch and where to check official updates.
Someone visiting Buddina or Golden Beach may know the beach well but have no familiarity with local emergency information. Keep instructions easy to find, and check that an arriving guest can contact a real person if plans change.
For an unoccupied property, agree who can check it when safe. Business Queensland recommends planning for interruptions to power, access and communications, and documenting assets and damage for insurance purposes. [7] Apply that preparation to your accommodation operation without promising uninterrupted access or services.
Once conditions change
Follow official directions. Stay indoors during a severe storm, away from windows, and never drive through floodwater. [2] For a life-threatening emergency call 000; for SES storm and flood assistance call 132 500. [8]
Property care starts with people knowing what to do. For help reviewing the ongoing management arrangements for your Sunshine Coast rental or holiday property, contact Fulton and Co Property. Emergency assistance should always go through the appropriate emergency service.
Sources for the blog — link these references in the website editor:
[1] Bureau of Meteorology, Sunshine Coast area forecast, issued 5:29pm AEST, 5 October 2026:
https://www.bom.gov.au/places/qld/maroochy-river/forecast/
[2] Get Ready Queensland, Storms (updated September 2026):
https://www.getready.qld.gov.au/during/storms
[3] Get Ready Queensland, Protect your home (updated September 2026):
https://www.getready.qld.gov.au/prepare/protect-your-home
[4] Sunshine Coast Council, Step-by-Step Disaster and Emergency Planning:
https://www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/living-and-community/community-safety/disasters/be-prepared/step-by-step-disaster-and-emergency-planning
[5] RTA, Emergency repairs (current guidance checked 5 October 2026):
https://www.rta.qld.gov.au/during-a-tenancy/repairs/emergency-repairs
[6] RTA, Natural disasters (current guidance checked 5 October 2026):
https://www.rta.qld.gov.au/natural-disasters
[7] Business Queensland, Managing severe storms:
https://www.business.qld.gov.au/running-business/natural-disaster/disaster-hub/severe-storm
[8] Queensland Government, Emergency services and safety:
https://www.qld.gov.au/emergency