Stay cool, healthy and safe during hot weather.
Extreme heat or heatwaves are periods of unusually hot weather. In Australia, heatwaves are our deadliest natural hazard. Climate change is resulting in more frequent and intense heatwaves.
Now more than ever, it is important to know that heat can be dangerous for your health, who is at risk, how to prepare, and how to protect ourselves and others.
Learn how to stay healthy during hot weather.
Prepare early to protect you and the people you care for.
Learn the signs, symptoms, first aid and how to get help.
Find everything you need to stay healthy and safe this summer.
Older people
People with existing medical conditions
Babies and young children
Outdoor workers
Socially isolated people
People who are homeless
Pregnant women
Find out more
Useful links and resources to help support your health during hot weather.
What are extreme heat and heatwaves, and how are they affecting your local area?
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