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8 March 2024

Heatwaves forecast for the long weekend: stay safe from extreme heat and in the water

Ahead of predicted high temperatures this long weekend, Victoria’s Chief Health Officer has issued a Heat Health Warning, with the Bureau of Meteorology also anticipated to issue a severe heatwave warning for the North East weather district commencing Saturday 9 March. 

Staying safe in extremely hot weather

Extreme heat can be dangerous for anybody. Older people, people with a pre-existing medical condition, pregnant women, young children and babies are especially at risk of health risks in extreme weather conditions.

Please keep an eye on the temperature forecasts and warnings in your region, and take precautions for both yourself and those who may be vulnerable to heightened health risks from very hot weather.

Remember in extreme heat, you may also need to keep an eye on Australian Fire Danger warnings (and possibly prepare for bushfire conditions depending on your location).

To protect yourself from adverse health effects in extreme heat:

See the Victorian Better Health website’s Survive the Heat webpage for more advice. 

Heading to the beach?

Swimming is a great way to cool off, but it requires smart choices or else it can end in tragedy. 

To protect yourself from getting into trouble in the water:



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