ENDORSEMENT OF NOOSA LOCAL DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN 2023 · 2023-10-10 S&O Attachment 1 to the Minutes - Get Ready Packs

Heatwave
Before a heatwave:                                          During a heatwave:
+ Check the Noosa Council website, the Noosa Council        + Wear loose, cool clothing, and wear a hat, glasses
  Disaster Dashboard, Council’s Facebook page and             and sunscreen if going outside.
  the Bureau of Meteorology website for information.
                                                            + Have cool baths or showers or splash yourself with
+ Think about modifying your planned activities so            cool water.
  that you are indoors or in air-conditioning.
                                                            + Drink plenty of water and avoid caffeine, alcohol and
+ Install blinds, curtains or other devices which help to     heavy protein intake.
  keep the heat out.
                                                            + Stay out of the sun, especially between 11am – 3pm.
+ Check your fans and air-conditioners are
                                                            + Close curtains and blinds to keep rooms cool.
   working properly.
                                                            + Avoid physical exertion if possible.
+ Plan ahead to make sure you have enough food,
  water and medicine.
                                                            After a heatwave:
                                                            + Check on friends, neighbours and vulnerable people
                                                              who may be less able to look after themselves.



        Know the signs: breathlessness,
         chest pain, confusion, intense
         thirst, weakness, dizziness and
         persistent cramps.




24 Noosa Council                                                                        Emergency Action Guide