Local paramedics are urging us to be careful in the hot weather this summer, saying many heat-related illnesses are avoidable.
There were 13 incidents of people locked in cars in Mildura between December last year and November.
Duncan Erwin from Ambulance Victoria is urging people to NEVER leave kids in the car.
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Remember, Triple Zero (000) is for emergencies.
If you are feeling unwell, you can contact the Victorian Virtual Emergency Department, visit a Priority Primary Care Centre, call NURSE-ON-CALL on 1300 60 60 24 or see your doctor or local pharmacist.
For more information on staying safe in the heat, visit www.ambulance.vic.gov.au/heat-health.
Stay safe and look after each other.
