Free sandbags will be available in Coen, Cooktown, Ayton and Rossville from Wednesday 18 March 2026.
Fill your own sandbagging stations will be open from 9:00am to assist residents ahead of the forthcoming 34U weather event.
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Cooktown: SES Headquarters, Charlotte Street
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Ayton & Bloomfield: Ayton Wharf
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Rossville: Rossville Marketplace
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Coen: Behind the JS Love Building
Sandbags will be provided. Community members are encouraged to take practical steps to protect their properties and to collect sandbags early if they may be needed.
Please stay informed through official sources, including the Cook Shire Council Disaster Dashboard (disaster.cook.qld.gov.au), the Bureau of Meteorology for the latest weather updates, and the Queensland State Emergency Service website for storm preparation advice.
For more information, contact Cooktown SES on Charlotte Street or visit the SES website.
Council will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates as required.