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Extreme heat

Extreme heat usually occurs in summer when winds move air that has been heating up in the dry interior of Australia towards the coast. If abnormally hot weather continues for several days it is called a heat wave. Extreme heat may also coincide with high humidity especially in the northern and coastal regions of Australia.

Possible risks and suggested strategies to reduce harm

Sunburn

Wear long-sleeved shirt, trousers, broad-brimmed hat, sunscreen and sunglasses.

Dehydration

Ensure availability of adequate supplies of cool, fresh drinking water.

Heat exhaustion

Reschedule outdoor work tasks to cooler times of the day.

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