CARAVANS IN CARAVAN PARKS
Port Hedland has a number of caravan parks which are temporary homes for visitors
and residents alike.
Caravans are constructed of lightweight materials and will be endangered in high
winds unless special precautions are taken.
Some caravan park managers may ask you to leave their premises prior to a
cyclonic event.
Consult with the caravan park management and familiarise yourself with their policy
on cyclones.
If the caravan park management agrees:
• Prior to the start of cyclone season ensure that you have completed a chassis
tie-down to suitable anchor points
• Most caravan parks in cyclone prone areas provide ground anchor points for
chassis tie-down
• Once a cyclone warning has been issued, immediately complete a roof tie-down
to prevent the van from overturning or swaying off its chassis
• Make sure that items such as the annex, awnings, bicycles, toys, chairs, BBQs,
garbage bins etc. be stored inside the van
• Heavy or bulky items that cannot be stowed in the van should be laid on their
side, tied together with strong rope and lashed to suitable anchor points
• Make sure your caravan is safe and tied down.
Even if your caravan is securely tied down you should seek other appropriate shelter.
Prior to the beginning of cyclone season arrange to shelter with family or friends in
the event of a cyclone approaching or if required, make arrangements to take shelter
in one of the nominated welfare centres.
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