Queensland Health | Guide for Heatwave Health
The Heatwave Management Sub-Plan is a comprehensive resource outlining strategies and communications to address the health impacts of heatwaves. With the increasing frequency and severity of extreme heat events, the guide emphasises proactive planning, education, and community engagement to mitigate risks.
Key Highlights:
- Health Risks and Vulnerable Populations: The document identifies at-risk groups, including the elderly, children, those with chronic illnesses, and outdoor workers. Special attention is directed toward ensuring these populations are informed and supported during heat events.
- Heatwave Preparedness and Communication:
- Community outreach efforts should promote practical heat-health measures, such as staying hydrated, using shaded areas, and limiting outdoor activities during peak heat.
By fostering a proactive, community-centred approach, this guide aims to minimise the health and societal disruptions caused by heatwaves while building long-term resilience to climate change.
Resources available for the public:
Heatwave Preparation Checklist
Queensland Government | Types of Disaster - Heatwave
Australian Red Cross Heatwaves and Hot Weather
Queensland Government Managing Excessive Heat in Schools
WorkSafe Queensland Heat Stress
Heatwave Management Sub-plan