Beat the heat translated resources
Extreme heat or heatwaves are periods of unusually hot weather. In Australia, extreme heat events are responsible for more deaths than all other natural hazard events combined. Hot weather can affect everyone, however those at greater risk include older people, people with existing medical conditions, babies and young children, outdoor workers, socially isolated people, people who are homeless and pregnant women. Climate change is resulting in more hot days and more intense heatwaves. Now more than ever, it is important to know the risks of heat, who is at risk, how to prepare, and how to protect ourselves and others.
Beat the Heat, Health Tips for a Safe Season
Advice on some things you can do to minimise your risk of heat related illness
Floodwater can make you sick
Floodwater can make you sick A4 Poster
Protect yourself from mosquitoes - NSW Social Tile
Protect yourself from mosquitoes - NSW Social Tile PDF
Fire Safety Information
This fire season has highlighted the importance of knowing how to prepare for and cope with the effects and risk of bush-fires. overview of essential knowledge for preparing yourself and your family for a range of fire situations. Everyone residing or traveling in Australia, whether in rural towns or urban centres, will benefit from being bush-fire safe.