This video will provide some information about heatwaves, where they occur in Australia and some basic actions that community members can take to prepare in the event of a heatwave. It will outline who is responsible for the processes of heatwave monitoring and how early heatwave warnings are issued to the community. It will cover what causes a heatwave and the possible resulting effects of a heatwave on humans, animals, plants and infrastructure. The video will also offer examples of heatwave events that have occurred in Australia.
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Information Videos
Heat and Your Health
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Prepare
Preparing for Extreme Heat
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Response
During Extreme Heat
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Recovery
Recovering from Extreme Heat
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