Extreme Heat weather alert (Copy)
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a Heatwave Warning.
Please go to http://www.bom.gov.au for the latest information on the Bureau of Meteorology Heatwave Warning. The Bureau can update its heatwave forecast, so it is important to check the warning every afternoon after 3:00pm.
Heatwave conditions may cause health impacts in the community. Extreme heat can affect anyone. Those over the age of 65, people with acute or chronic health problems, people who are socially isolated, pregnant women and young children and babies are more at risk.
Organisations should monitor their local weather conditions from Victoria Weather and Warnings (bom.gov.au) and respond in accordance with their extreme heat plans. Individuals and communities should also prepare for the heat.
You can find more information at:
Bureau of Meteorology Heatwave Service for Australia - http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/heatwave/
Better Health Channel - Extreme Heat - https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/extreme-heat
VicEmergency - https://emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/
There are steps you can take to protect yourself and others:
Stay cool. Use air conditioning or a fan. Wear light and loose clothing. Keep skin wet, using a spray bottle or damp sponge and by taking cool showers. If you can’t keep cool at home, think about where you can go on hot days to cool down. Public pools, or air-conditioned buildings to name a few.
Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of water. Keep drinking fluids before you feel thirsty, especially if outdoors and performing physical activity.
Stay connected and check in with family, friends and neighbours. Let people know you are OK and check in on those at increased risk or who may need your support. Look out for those who might be more affected by the heat, like the those over the age of 65 years, young children or people with certain medical conditions.
Stay up to date with the weather forecasts. Plan ahead and schedule activities to the coolest part of the day.
Hot cars kill. Never leave kids, adults or pets in cars. The temperature inside a parked car can double within minutes.
Know where to get help / Get help if needed:
If needed call NURSE-ON-CALL on 1300 606 024 or contact Victorian Virtual Emergency Department at https://www.vved.org.au/ or in an emergency call 000.
