Cyclone Alfred is closing in. Winds are picking up. Rain is getting heavier. Flood warnings are in place, and power outages are already happening. If you have just moved or are about to move, this is not the time to be caught without electricity.
Severe storms do not wait for you to be ready. They take out power lines, flood roads, and leave homes in the dark. If your utilities are not set up yet, now is the time to check. No one wants to move into a house with no Wi-Fi, no hot water, and no way to charge a phone when a storm is on the way.
Power Outages and Moving Homes
Storms hit hard. Trees fall. Power lines snap. Transformers short out. Some areas lose electricity for hours. Others for days. If you are in a new home, the last thing you want is to be unpacking by candlelight with no way to check weather updates.
Scammers are making things worse. Messages are going around, claiming that power will be shut off before the cyclone arrives. These are fake. If you get a text like this, ignore it. Always check with your electricity provider before taking any action.
How Move-In Connect Can Help
If you are moving, getting your utilities connected should be a priority. Storm or no storm, you need electricity, internet, and running water from day one. Move-In Connect takes care of this for you. We arrange electricity, internet, and other services so that you are not left scrambling at the last minute. Whether you are transferring your existing service or setting up a brand-new connection, we handle the process.
What You Should Do Now
- Check your power and internet: If you have recently moved or are about to, make sure everything is connected before the storm hits.
- Keep your devices charged: Power cuts can happen anytime. Charge your phone, laptop, and backup batteries.
- Avoid unnecessary travel: Flooded roads and strong winds make driving risky. Stay put if you can.
- Secure anything outside: Loose items like outdoor furniture and bins can become dangerous in high winds.
- Gather supplies: Have enough water, non-perishable food, flashlights, and spare batteries in case of outages.
Cyclone Alfred is unpredictable. Preparation makes a difference. If you need help getting your utilities connected, call Move-In Connect at 1300 786 045 or visit www.moveinconnect.com.au.
