What Is A Heatwave?
What is a heatwave, how it differs from hot weather and where you can find more information
Everyone is at risk of heat-related illness during hot weather and heatwaves. Some groups of people – such as babies and young children, pregnant women, the elderly and people who have chronic health conditions – are more at risk than others.
Follow these simple steps to stay healthy in the heat:
Find more information on how to stay healthy in the heat under the topics below.
If you rely on power for critical care medical equipment or pharmacy-dispensed medication - develop an emergency management plan.