Campus clean-up continues after Brisbane storm

(Updated 10.00 am Mon, 1 Dec)

More information will be included as it comes to hand

UPDATE link: UQ Herston campus rallies to repair storm damage

University of Queensland Property and Facility crews worked throughout the weekend to repair storm damage at St Lucia, Herston, Woolloongabba, Long Pocket and Customs House

Many buildings have had glass windows broken and staff and contractors have worked throughout the weekend to clean this up.

New damage reports are coming in, and there could still be broken glass in some areas. 

If broken glass is found, please report it immediately to PF Assist so it can be cleaned up as soon as possible. 

Areas on the southern wall of the Joyce Ackroyd building where windows have been broken will be closed off until at least Monday 8 December.

Restoration work will be carried out as quickly as possible. 

If occupants of these areas need to collect belongings they should liaise with school managers to arrange safe access.

Buildings with significant window damage include Forgan Smith, Richards, Parnell, Physics Annexe, Chamberlain, Joyce Ackroyd, Axon, Mansergh Shaw, Hartley Teakle, Mayne Medical School, Edith Cavell and Public Health.

Chairs have been removed in some areas due to concerns about broken glass. These will be replaced as soon as possible.

Note that air blowers will be used to dry out wet areas, so loose papers should be stored safely.

Information on damaged buildings:

• Edith Cavell – Closed until at least the end of January 2015 due to extensive damage. Building not to be occupied.  Faculty Executive Officers are planning temporary accommodation.
• Seddon North. Ceiling has collapsed in the entry foyer and a builder will be on site at 6.30am Monday to start repairs.  Advice on access to the building will be updated on Monday.
• Seddon remainder – Repairs under way in several buildings.  No access restrictions.
• Mayne Medical School – Significant window damage. The building can be occupied first thing Monday morning.  There will be disruptions later while windows and carpet are replaced.
• Queensland Brain Institute – Level 7 not available until Tuesday.  Other areas fit for occupation.
• Duhig Library – Still some damp areas but building is fit for occupation on Monday morning.
• PACE – Level 4 and 5 closed until further notice. Repairs under way. Other areas not affected by broken glass or water can be used now.
• Chemistry, levels 1, 3, 4 – Open Monday.
• Colin Clark – Open Monday. Repairs to continue.
• Chamberlain (all levels) – Open Monday. Repairs to continue.
• Forgan Smith – Open Monday but some furniture has been removed because of broken glass.
• Parnell – Open Monday but some work stations inoperative.
• Axon – Open Monday but moisture remains in some areas.
• MacGregor – Building has been made safe for use Monday.  Damaged glasshouse on roof. 
• Global Change Institute – Building can be occupied. Repairs unlikely to affect occupants.
• Hawken - DOW Centre – Fit for occupation. Limited water damage. Clean-up under way. 
• John Hines – Fit for occupation. Minor repairs under way. 
• Otto Hirschfeld – Fit to be occupied.
• MBS – Open Monday
• Long Pocket – Power restored. No significant building damage.
• Customs House – Open for business. Repairs under way. 
• Public Health – Open Monday.
• Hartley Teakle – Open Monday
• All other buildings open Monday

Some UQ Sport facilities are closed. See check http://uqsport.com.au/content/storm-update for details.

Any damage should be reported to PFassist@pf.uq.edu.au or phone 3365 2222.

Property and Facilities asks staff to assist with insurance claims by sending photographs of any damage in offices and work areas (with location details) to c.zygis@pf.uq.edu.au.

If you are unsure if you can access your facility, contact your supervisor or Property and Facilities.

Images: https://storify.com/UQNews/storm-damage-at-uq-update.

Media: UQ Communications, 0413 601 248 or communications@uq.edu.au.

Media: UQ Communications, 3365 1120 or communications@uq.edu.au