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Heatwave
What is a heatwave?
A heatwave is a period of unusual and uncomfortably hot weather that can affect anybody. It can also affect community infrastructure such as the power supply, public transport and other services. Heatwaves can make existing medical conditions worse and cause a heat-related illness, which may be fatal.
Are you prepared for a heatwave? Please read the information and follow the links below to ensure you are prepared for a heatwave.
Preparing for a heatwave?
- Drink extra water
- Wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing
- Reduce physical activity - take breaks
- Do outside tasks early
- Close up the house early - use air conditioning if possible
- If necessary, find a cool space
- Never leave children or pets in cars
- Be sunsmart
- Take a cool shower or bath
- Check on your neighbours or family
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20 January 2020 Strathbogie Shire residents will hear from inspiring, educational and motivational guest speakers at this year’s Australia Day ceremo... -
16 January 2020 Julie Salomon has joined Strathbogie Shire Council as its new Chief Executive Officer. Ms Salomon brings with her a wealth of senior... -
11 January 2020 Strathbogie Shire Council’s Maternal and Child Health Service open sessions are now available at the same times across all four centr... -
Thursday, 12 December, 2019 Strathbogie Shire Council is proud to present ‘Attack of the Plastic Time Monsters’, a free theatrical comedy s... -
Thursday, 5 December, 2019 This Water Safety Week, Strathbogie Shire Council reminds waterways users to play it safe on the water, especially during ... -
Tuesday, 3 December, 2019 Strathbogie Shire Council urges our community to call out gender-based violence, sexism, harassment and disrespect towards ... -
Monday, 2 December, 2019 Those looking for things to do over summer can look forward to free movies and pool parties in the Strathbogie Shire. Celeb... -
Thursday, 28 November, 2019 Strathbogie Shire Council has recently endorsed a new Councillor Support, Resources, Reimbursement and Reporting of Expen... -
Wednesday, 20 November, 2019 Entries are now open for the second annual GoFish Nagambie, one of the most anticipated weekends on the Aussie fishing c... -
Wednesday, 20 November, 2019 Council advises the community due to Thursday 21 November being a day of Extreme Fire Danger in the Northern Country Cou... -
Tuesday, 19 November, 2019 Following an extensive recruitment process, Strathbogie Shire Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Julie Salo... -
Monday, 11 November, 2019 Council reminds residents that Bushfire Places of Last Resort are available across the Strathbogie Shire in times of fire e... -
Monday, 11 November, 2019 Strathbogie Shire Council urges residents to remain vigilant with keeping their properties maintained this Fire Danger Peri... -
Friday, 8 November, 2019 Strathbogie Shire Council encourages residents to embrace National Recycling Week (11th- 17th November) as a chance to learn... -
Friday, 1 November, 2019 Gateway Health's Regional Communication Service is facilitating three FREE workshops in November and December in Benalla.&nb... -
Wednesday, 30 October, 2019 Families living in the Strathbogie Shire will be able to bring their babies to a new and improved Maternal and Child Heal... -
Thursday, 24 October, 2019 Strathbogie Shire Council is calling on our community to provide input into future planning for Euroa, with the draft Euro... -
Tuesday, 22 October, 2019 In response to current drought conditions Strathbogie Shire Council is sponsoring 100 free family tickets to the Euroa Agri... -
Monday, 21 October, 2019 Nagambie road users will see Marie Street, between High Street northbound and High Street southbound, return back to a two w... -
Friday, 18 October, 2019 Strathbogie Shire Council will be soon applying for a planning permit for the removal of two trees at the Euroa Caravan Park...
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