Territorians warned to brace for ‘severe heatwave conditions’ into the weekend
TOP Enders should brace for ‘severe heatwave conditions’ in the coming days with daytime highs in the mid 30s and overnight lows in the mid 20s, the chief health officer has warned
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TOP Enders should brace for “severe heatwave conditions” in the coming days with daytime highs in the mid 30s and overnight lows in the mid 20s, the chief health officer has warned.
Darwin is set to escape the worse of it with official heatwaves predicted for gulf coast areas and on the West Australian border along with some areas of Central Australia.
Chief health officer Hugh Heggie advised residents and visitors in affected areas to take appropriate precautions to avoid heat stress/stroke and dehydration.
“It is a typically hot time of year both in the Top End and also in the desert regions so it is timely to remind Territorians and visitors to be vigilant to conditions,” he said.
“Temperatures, and therefore risk to health, will be high this week and into the weekend. Be prepared, and remember to stay cool and stay safe. Ensure you and your family have access to cool water.”
Dr Heggie said the groups most at risk during heatwaves included children, people over 65 and people who were socially isolated or who lived alone.
Symptoms of heat stress to look out for include tiredness, headaches, dizziness, confusion and infrequent urination.
Dr Heggie also warned pets were not immune to heat stress and encouraged Territorians to ensure they had adequate water supplies and access to shade.
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Territorians are encouraged to wear light weight clothing, avoid strenuous outdoor activities, drink at least three litres of water a day, avoid alcohol and hot or sugary drinks and spend as much time as possible indoors under the air conditioner.
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