Wentworth Shire Council have released tips to stay safe during a heatwave.
They say that during this time of extreme heat It is important to be wary of the possible implications of heat stroke and some basic ideas to minimise the risk to our health and wellbeing and those around us.
The following is shared from the NSW Ambulance website:
Heatwaves are periods of unusually high temperatures that can last for several days.
They may pose serious risks to your health.
Tips to cope with the heat:
𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗰𝗼𝗼𝗹: use fans, air conditioning or seek cool spaces such as your home, libraries and shopping centres or community facilities.
𝗗𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿: stay hydrated and avoid alcohol or sugary drinks.
𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗱𝗼𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀: avoid the hottest parts of the day and take regular breaks in the shade.
𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀: look after elderly relatives, neighbours and all those who might need extra help.
𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: follow your doctor’s advice and store medicines in a cool place.
Where to find reliable information
Stay updated with official weather warning from the Bureau of Meteorology ( BOM) https://www.bom.gov.au/
Follow the advice from NSW Ambulance https://www.facebook.com/NSWAmbulance/?locale=en_GB
Visit Beat the Heat https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/environment/beattheheat/Pages/default.aspx from NSW Health for additional tips and resources
When to call Triple Zero (000)
Call Triple Zero (000) immediately if someone shows signs of heatstroke, including:
Nausea
Confusion or unconsciousness
Lack of sweating
High body temperatures (above 40°C)
Heatstroke is a medical emergency – act quickly.
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